Yek Icin Mahak

The story begins with Teacher Aisyah who has just received a placement letter to teach at an indigenous Orang Asli village school in Kelantan. Although initially somewhat shocked and having many concerns about accepting the offer, as an educator she eventually decides to take on the challenge. Her service is needed at the school and she feels responsible for fulfilling it. Teacher Aisyah tries various ways to attract the attention of her students to school. She is grateful to receive assistance from another teacher at the school, Teacher Nazim. Meanwhile, one of her students, Udin, has been absent from school for a long time. According to his classmates, Udin is not attending school because he is caring for his mother who is suffering from mental illness. Teacher Aisyah tries to persuade him to return to school. However, Udin is in a dilemma. As a son, he is responsible for taking care of his mother at home, while as a student he needs to attend school to pursue his education.

Directed by —, Yek Icin Mahak leans on a strong ensemble — Ummi Nazeera, Jay Iswazir, Hasnul Rahmat — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 2023.