Blood Brothers: Bara Naga

2025 [MALAY]

Action / Crime / Drama / Thriller

11
IMDb Rating 7.1/10 10 1425 1.4K

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Plot summary

Elite bodyguard Ariff finds himself in a deadly showdown when he is framed for a crime and his best friend Ghaz turns into his fiercest adversary.

Director

Syafiq Yusof Photo
Syafiq Yusof

Top cast

Syafiq Kyle Photo
Syafiq Kyle as Ariff
Amelia Henderson Photo
Amelia Henderson as Sheila
Wan Hanafi Su Photo
Wan Hanafi Su as Dato Zul
Razif Salimin Photo
Razif Salimin as Sham
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1.17 GB
1280*536
Malay 2.0
NR
Subtitles ms  us    id  th  vi  
24 fps
2 hr 9 min
Seeds 100+
2.39 GB
1920*804
Malay 5.1
NR
Subtitles ms  us    id  th  vi  
24 fps
2 hr 9 min
Seeds 85
2.17 GB
1920*804
Malay 5.1
NR
Subtitles ms  us    id  th  vi  
24 fps
2 hr 9 min
Seeds 97

Movie Reviews

Reviewed by imaarakm 6 / 10

On par with Hollywood

On par with Hollywood's B/C- tier movies, specifically blockbusters. The plot is predictable and the acting doesn't leave room for audience's interpretations, very caricature and one dimensional. Over utilization of montages and bgm and neglect character studies. The action scenes were adequately choreographed, spotted a lot of mistakes but entertaining nonetheless. The film's cinematography, the acting chops, and writings are similar to 'The Rock movies', Fast and Furious franchise and the likes. What you see is what you get, the characters just serves to drive the plot forward. Overall, the movie lacks depth but very entertaining and gives a hopeful future for Malaysian filmmaking.
Reviewed by hafizfaye 8 / 10

Everything on track, fast and... funny too!

You know when you see an action movie and the fights just feel...off? Like, staged, or fake? That's the total opposite of what Syafiq Yusof nailed here. The combat's super sharp, you can practically feel the impact. The pace is wild, it's like a rollercoaster, never letting you catch your breath. But what really stood out, like, really stood out, was the camera work. It just moves with the action in this incredibly cool, fluid way, almost like it's dancing. It's not just showing the fight, it's in the fight. And the whole thing looks great, visually. The cinematography is top-notch, every scene is a feast for the eyes. Plus, the actors? Totally on point. They bring a real grit and intensity to their roles, making you genuinely care about what's happening. It's just a really well-made, exciting movie. No cheesy one-liners or predictable plot twists, just pure, raw, adrenaline-pumping action done right. If you're tired of those generic action flicks, this is the one to see. You'll be hooked from the first punch to the final showdown.
Reviewed by iamianiman 7 / 10

Hollywood Spends Hundreds. Blood Brothers Spent RM7 Million Budget. This Movie Just Smacked Hollywood Across The Face.

There's a moment in Blood Brothers: Bara Naga where you just know this is not just another local action flick. You feel it in your gut. In the way the camera glides. In the slow drag of a cigarette. In the sound of a punch that doesn't just thud, it hurts. This is a film that kicks down the doors of Malaysian cinema and shouts, "We're here, and we're playing with the big boys now."Syafiq Yusof, already a household name, returns but this time, something's different. With Abhilash Chandra co-steering this beast, it's like divine intervention. What they've created together is more than a movie, it's a statement. One that says: We are capable. We are ready. We can make cinema that rivals anything across the globe.From the opening frame, the stakes feel high. There's a weight. A richness. A maturity in the storytelling that is rare in our local blockbusters. It doesn't just rush into the action. It builds. It earns your attention. You don't feel like you're watching a popcorn flick, you feel like you're inside a world with rules, texture, danger. The story might be predictable for some especially moviegoers but the way the story unfolds is just pure elegance and with strong slippery slopes that are worthy of all our attention.And when the action hits? Chef's kiss. This is choreography that isn't just technically solid, it's cinematic. Visceral. You don't see the punches, you feel them. It's got that Kahar Kapla energy. Raw. Real. Dirty in the best way. Every gunshot echoes with weight. Every knife slice makes you wince. And let's talk about that sound design. You know how, in the past, whenever someone punched a guy or shot a gun, it always felt 'fake'? Like the sound effects were straight from a low-budget action game "dush dush dum" everywhere and it just ruined the experience. Blood Brothers: Bara Naga said no more of that. The sound here is clean, sharp, and grounded. Almost everything was neat and polished... finally.And the camera work? Easily the best we've ever seen in a Malaysian action film. Every shot is soaked in intention. It is BEAUTIFUL. This is what modern filmmaking looks like. It doesn't feel like another "local" film with average camera quality. The lighting, too, plays a huge role in creating the world of the story, it's sleek, it's stylish, it fits the underworld tone. It's as if the lighting choices are characters themselves. They amplify the mood and atmosphere. Syafiq and Abhilash, please keep using whatever cameras or magic you used here because the results? Magnifique.Sharnaaz Ahmad as Ghaz is a revelation. Menacing, commanding, yet magnetic. The kind of performance that makes people say, "He was born to play this role." Syafiq Kyle balances him out beautifully. A quiet storm, simmering with inner fire. Shukri Yahaya surprises in a role that lets him break free. Zamarul Hisyam delivers lines with weight, clarity, and elegance. He's the best at speaking out his dialogues. Some sentences are meant to be awkward but he delivers it almost flawlessly. Just WOW. Amelia Henderson keeps getting better, and Tracie Sinidol? Total respect. Not an ounce of Sabahan slip, she delivers exactly what the role demanded. Everyone brought their A-game.And yes, we noticed and appreciated all the little 'cool' moments the directors brought to life. From the way people walk, to the way they flick a lighter to how the production design was intricately done especially the interiors, this film oozes stylized swagger. You don't just watch these characters, you want to be them. That's how you know they did it right and have succeeded in doing a commercial blockbuster action film.But hey, let's be honest. Not everything lands perfectly. We really felt like Syazwan Zulkifly's character belonged in a completely different film. He's the comic relief and we get it, to impress the mass market, they would usually need one person to do the comedy. But damn, his character really messes the mood and tone of the film. It's very good the first 20-25 minutes up until his character appears and the tone is a mess. It is jarring. It has a problem trying to Yin-and-Yang the tone of this film. Don't get us wrong, Syazwan did a great job with the script that he was given. But we feel like if they could have toned down the comedy a bit, it would be so much better.And one thing they can improve is with the script or editing with how they showed the 'true brotherhood' element in this film. We feel like they could have given more genuine brotherhood moments between the characters to land a great impact later in the film. There were moments and opportunities for deeper emotional connections, but they were rushed. A tighter script or smarter edit could've elevated those emotional beats. Close-up shots, longer silences, a single tear, missed chances, man. Just a few more seconds, and they could've landed real impact. Example, there was a scene when Sharnaaz and Syafiq's characters hugged each other, it was a brief one and the cameras didn't pan close-up to the characters' face. Every time they had a chance to let the characters express more emotions, they didn't maximize them. This is important for the first act because it creates a surface and texture to what will come next.Oh yes, we also like how this film borrowed and were inspired by some of the iconic scenes from Hollywood films and decided to use them. The opening with Ray Dap Dap had serious Sicario (2015) vibes. There was even a little Ant-Man-style storytelling in a scene with Syafiq Kyle and Syazwan. One fight looked like it was plucked from Civil War's Iron Man vs Cap & Bucky showdown. And that motorcycle scene with Sharnaaz cam straight outta Jax Teller's playbook in Sons of Anarchy. And the film as a whole had us reminded of A Better Tomorrow. But the key thing is this, it didn't feel like copying. It felt like honest inspiration, reimagined with local flair. Could they have gone for something more original? Sure. But we were still grinning spotting all those moments. Seeing these iconic scenes come to life in a local film? It was a joy.Verdict: This is a turning point for the Malaysia flm industry. It's the moment you realise... 'we've arrived'. We can shoot, cut, act, and craft stories that stand tall on the global stage. With razor-sharp action, god-tier visuals, and a swagger that drips from every frame, its ambition and execution deserve serious praise. Flaws? Sure. But when a film swings this hard and hits this loud, you feel it. Is this better than Sheriff (2024)? DEFINITELY. This is a game-changer. This is a near-masterpiece for an action blockbuster film and yes, we're comparing this on a worldwide scale. Hats off, Syafiq Yusof & Abhilash Chandra.
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