{
  "id": 5067739,
  "title": "#SHOWBIZ: 'We respect all views': MIG apologises over 'Madu Atau Racun' controversy",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/showbiz-we-respect-all-views-mig-apologises-over-madu-atau-racun",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-02T10:30:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2026/09/1524394/showbiz-we-respect-all-views-mig-apologises-over-madu-atau-racun"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kuala Lumpur: Metrowealth International Group (MIG) has tendered an official apology after its drama series, Madu Atau Racun, ignited controversy over a scene involving LGBTQ-related themes. The production house admitted that the scene may have crossed societal and religious boundaries, prompting a public outcry. MIG stated, \"To all viewers, fans and everyone who has supported Madu Atau Racun, we take note of the issue that has gone viral and has touched on religious and societal sensitivities, particularly a scene that was seen as excessive for public viewing.\" The company emphasized that its intention was never to offend or intentionally create controversy, expressing respect for all viewpoints. MIG underscored its commitment to listening to public criticism and learning from this experience to enhance future productions. The drama, starring Aliff Aziz, Uqasha Senrose, and Elisya Sandha, revolves around the complexities of polygamy and the challenges faced by Azura, who must reconcile with her husband's plan to take a second wife, Nikita. The drama faced strong backlash and was subsequently rejected by the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) due to concerns over breaching religious sensitivities and cultural norms. The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) is set to review the series and explore potential legal action under content guidelines.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: Metrowealth International Group (MIG) has issued a public apology following severe backlash over a scene in its drama series ‘Madu Atau Racun’ that reportedly touched on LGBTQ-related issues.",
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    "outlets": 4,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "#SHOWBIZ: 'Powers limited, responsibility paramount': Finas addresses 'Madu Atau Racun' backlash",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/showbiz-powers-limited-responsibility-paramount-finas-addresses-madu",
        "published": "2026-09-02T03:55:34.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Prime Minister’s Department blocks airing of ‘Madu atau Racun’ over religious‑sensitivity concerns",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/prime-ministers-department-blocks-airing-of-madu-atau-racun-over",
        "published": "2026-09-02T05:08:51.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "CMCF, Finas to meet ‘Madu atau Racun’ producers over ‘deviant’ elements",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/cmcf-finas-to-meet-madu-atau-racun-producers-over-deviant-elements",
        "published": "2026-09-02T09:07:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}