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The highly anticipated mafia-themed blockbuster _Blood Brothers: Bara Naga_, directed by Syafiq Yusof and Abhilash Chandra, has taken Malaysia by storm
In just four days since its release, the film has grossed an impressive RM21 million, drawing at least a million moviegoers to cinemas nationwide.
Speaking to SAYS, lead actor Sharnaaz Ahmad expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming support the local blockbuster has received so far.
When asked about the training for his role as Ghaz, the leader of an elite team of bodyguards for a mafia family, Sharnaaz revealed that, as a trained mixed martial artist, he employed tactical martial arts for the role.
"Every fight scene is crafted with references to various martial arts styles. Some characters incorporate silat, while others use combat-focused or tactical martial arts.
"As for [my character] Ghaz, he employs tactical martial arts. If you pay attention, you'll notice that Ghaz's fighting style prioritises subduing [the attackers]. He always steals opponents' guns," said the 39-year-old star.
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In contrast to his fighting style, Sharnaaz said Syafiq Kyle's character, Ariff, focuses on combat
"Ariff is an attacker. He does not care about subduing his opponents. He is there to kill, as it is his responsibility," said the actor.
Sharnaaz explained that in the mafia-themed movie, characters hold ranks such as lieutenants, caporegimes, first-army, soldiers, and brothers-in-arms. He said Ariff, as a character, understands his position in the hierarchy.
"For my character, I shouldn't be fighting much as I am high up in the hierarchy. For the character Dato Zul, he does not fight at all.
"I am a level below him. However, for Shafiq's character, Ariff, he has to be fit as he is one of the brothers-in-arms, a.k.a. a fighter," he said.
Sharnaaz shared that he trained for about six to 12 months, along with other preparations for the movie.
Below is a short clip of our interview with the actor:
_Blood Brothers: Bara Naga_ is currently showing in theatres
The story follows a close-knit group men working in an elite security organisation, providing protection for powerful men and organised crime leaders.
The camaraderie within the group is tested when betrayal begins to unravel the brotherhood.
Watch the movie trailer below:
