Inside Look
September 2020
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Photos P. Ramlee Memorial House
Tan Sri P. Ramlee or Teuku Zakaria Bin Teuku Nyak Puteh (his birth name) was an artistic legend in cinema and music. He had no parallel in the world of classic Malay entertainment. At the height of his career, his fame reached as far as Brunei, Hong Kong and Japan. He was involved in 66 films and composed over 400 songs prior to his untimely death at the relatively young age of 44.
Must-Watch P. Ramlee Movies Bujang Lapok (and its entire series) Before Hollywood made sequels popular, there was the Bujang Lapok series consisting of five comedy films. They essentially revolve around the lives of three over-aged bachelors, Ramli, Aziz and Sudin, who are also best friends. Anak-ku Sazali In this timeless classic, the actor shows off his acting chops, playing dual roles as both the father and the son in the story. Ramlee’s superb acting netted him the Best Actor award at the 1957 Asian Film Festival in Tokyo, Japan.
Ibu Mertuaku A tragic love affair is always a crowd puller. The movie won Best Black & White Photography at the 10th Asia Pacific Film Festival in 1963, with Ramlee also bagging a special award for Most Versatile Talent.
5 Must-Listen P. Ramlee Songs
P. Ramlee was a Renaissance man, gifted with exquisite talent in acting, directing, screenwriting, and songwriting. He also wrote and performed his own songs — some of which won awards — for many of his films. He drew inspiration from his wife, and the love of his life, Saloma, who was also a gifted singer and actress in her own right.
Hang Tuah A historically inspired masterpiece that will move and inspire you. A perfect watch for Merdeka and Malaysia Day. P. Ramlee is a grand master of comedy, heart-wrenching dramas and social commentary. Check out his other iconic films : • Labu Labi • Madu Tiga • Do Re Mi • Nujum Pak Belalang • Tiga Abdul • Sarjan Hassan
Here are a few of P. Ramlee’s masterpieces: • Di Mana Kan Ku Cari Ganti • Getaran Jiwa • Tiada Kata Secantik Bahasa • Jangan Tinggalkan Daku • Bunyi Gitar