Malaysian animation it's an exciting and growing industry with some major hits that are known across Asia and beyond. Here's an overview of the most popular ones:
Malaysian Famous Animation
1. Upin & Ipin (by Les’ Copaque)
Debut :
Genre :
Comedy, family, slice of life
About:
Follows the daily adventures of twin brothers Upin and Ipin in a Malaysian village. It’s wholesome, educational, and full of Malaysian values, culture, and traditions.
Why it's loved:
Promotes unity, local heritage, and moral values in a fun and humorous way.
Fun Fact:
It's hugely popular not only in Malaysia, but also in Indonesia, Brunei, and other parts of Southeast Asia.
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2. Mechamato (by Animonsta Studios / Monsta)
Debut:
2021
Genre:
Sci-fi, action, adventure
About:
Tells the story of Amato, a boy who becomes the master of a mechanical robot named MechaBot. Together, they fight and reprogram rogue tech devices.
Style:
Futuristic, with a strong blend of action, humor, and Malaysian culture.
Fun Fact:
Mechamato is actually a prequel to BoBoiBoy, It even got a deal with Cartoon Network Asia.
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3. BoBoiBoy (by Animonsta Studios / Monsta)
Debut:
2011
Genre:
Superhero, action, comedy
About:
A boy named BoBoiBoy gains elemental superpowers to defend Earth from alien threats with his friends. Over time, his powers evolve (lightning, fire, earth, etc.).
Why it's cool:
Great storytelling, exciting powers, and it mixes local humor with universal superhero tropes.
Movies:
BoBoiBoy The Movie (2016)
BoBoiBoy Movie 2 (2019) — the highest-grossing Malaysian animated film at the time.
Other Notable Malaysian Animations:
*sample pic Ejen Ali/Agent Ali
Ejen Ali/Agent Ali (by WAU Animation)
Genre:
Spy action, tech thriller
About:
A young boy becomes a secret agent and takes on high-tech missions.
Debut :
2016
Success:
Ejen Ali The Movie (2019) was a big box-office hit.
*sample pic Didi&Friends
Didi & Friends
Target audience:
Toddlers and preschoolers
About:
A musical series featuring cute characters who sing educational songs in Malay.
Fun Fact:
One of the top preschool shows in Malaysia.
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Classic:
A hand-drawn animation based on the comic by Lat, shown in the early 2000s.
Style:
Old-school, nostalgic, and full of Malaysian kampung life.
Global Recognition:
Won awards and was aired internationally.
Malaysian Animation Industry Highlights
Malaysia has become a rising animation hub in Southeast Asia.
Companies like Animonsta (Monsta), Les’ Copaque, WAU Animation, Durian Studio, and Giggle Garage are making names for themselves.
Government support and international partnerships have helped local studios grow fast.
Specific Awards and Recognitions:
-Upin & Ipin Keris Siamang Tunggal:
Won Best Feature Film at the 2019 Montreal International Animation Film Festival and the Golden Wing Award for Best Animation of The Year at the Animation Game Industry Annual Conference & Anime Beijing Awards 2019.
-Ejen Ali The Movie:
Won Best Direction (Fiction) Award - National Winner from Malaysia at the Asian Academy Creative Awards (AAA).
-Boboiboy Movie 2:
Won Best Animated Programme or Series (2D or 3D) - National Winner from Malaysia at the AAA.
-Boboiboy The Movie:
Won Best Animated Film at the Malaysia Film Festival in 2018.
-War of the Worlds Goliath:
Won Best 3D Animated Feature at the Los Angeles 3D Film Festival in 2012.
-Malaysian animation series, Mechamato:
Won the Anime Fan Award at the Tokyo Anime Awards Festival 2023.
-Malaysian animation series, Upin & Ipin:
Listed in Malaysian Book of Records for the Most Successful Animation in 2011.
-Les' Copaque Production:
Honored with the 'Company of the Year' award in Malaysia.
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