Mahathir S Face Saving Formula For Anwar Real Story Joins Fray Against Untold Story

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Among the narratives making the rounds is that of former Umno man Ibrahim Ali, recalling his role as a go-between for Mahathir and Anwar.
(MalaysiaNow) – The recently launched movie on Anwar Ibrahim which sparked controversy over claims of his supporters artificially propping up its ratings has also led to a flurry of narratives challenging the version of events depicted in the film.
According to the makers of “Anwar: The Untold Story”, the movie tells what happened in the years running up to Anwar’s fall from grace in 1998, when he was sacked from the Cabinet by then prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad over allegations of immorality.
Anwar’s supporters gave rave reviews of the film although some dismissed it as a crude propaganda attempt ahead of critical elections in six states while film critics described it as filled with “cringey” dialogue and poor acting.
The movie also attracted attention after revelations of free screenings for civil servants and students, and pictures of empty cinema halls despite claims of sold-out shows.
In recent days, however, exchanges on social media have shifted focus to narratives challenging the film’s depiction of Anwar as a leader who paid a high price for opposing corruption in Mahathir’s government.
They include a clip of a speech by a former associate of Anwar, detailing the events in the weeks and days leading up to Sept 2, 1998 – the day Mahathir sacked his one-time successor from all government posts.
The clip, widely circulated on WhatsApp as well as TikTok, shows Ibrahim Ali giving his version of behind-the-scenes incidents which took place before Anwar’s dismissal.
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