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Cinta Metropolitan

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Cinta Metropolitan
Theatrical release poster
Directed byZulkefli M. Osman
Written byZulkefli M. Osman
Produced byJulie Dahlan
Starring
Music byKRU
Production
companies
  • JD Productions
  • Grand Brilliance
Distributed byGrand Brilliance
Release date
  • September 1996 (1996-09)
CountryMalaysia
LanguageMalay
BudgetRM1.2 million
Box officeRM1.1 million

Cinta Metropolitan (Metropolitan Love) is a 1996 Malaysian action-romantic film co-produced by JD Productions and Grand Brilliance Sdn. Bhd. and directed by Zulkefli M. Osman.[1] The film stars Norman, Yusry, and Edry Abdul Halim of KRU, Vanida Imran, Emilia Rosnaida, Noreen Noor, and Jalaluddin Hassan.[2]

Synopsis

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Haris, a photographer, meets his estranged brother Irwan at a dinner event. They become acquainted with Azlin after stopping a theft attempt. Irwan, who lives with his partner Monisa, develops interest in Azlin. Tension arises between the brothers when Irwan also approaches Haris’s girlfriend, Nurul. A thief named Rizal later reveals that Azlin’s brother, Farouk, is involved in a counterfeit money operation. The group becomes pursued by the syndicate and flees abroad.[3]

Cast

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  • Dato' Norman KRU as Haris – Irwan's older brother, a photographer who often rushes his work
  • Datuk Yusry KRU as Irwan – a casanova, Haris's younger brother, educated abroad
  • Edry KRU as Rizal – a thief and orphan
  • Vanidah Imran as Nurul – Haris's close friend
  • Emylia Rosnaida as Azlin – Farouk's younger sister, later falls in love with Irwan
  • Dato' Jalaluddin Hassan as Farouk – leader of a counterfeit money syndicate
  • Noreen Noor as Monisa – Irwan's sugar mummy
  • Osman Kering as Cik Mat Tahir – Haris's boss
  • Sheila Mambo as Sandra – Farouk's right-hand person
  • Nana Nurgaya as Sara – Rizal's fellow thief

Production

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The film was produced by Julie Dahlan under JD Productions.[4] The KRU brothers—Norman, Yusry, and Edry—were cast in October 1995, reportedly receiving RM120,000 for their participation.[5][6] They also performed most of their own stunts in the film.[7]

Principal photography began in October 1995.[8] Filming also took place in Medan, Indonesia, over a ten-day period.[9] The film’s production cost was estimated at RM1.2 million, making it the most expensive JD Productions' film to date.[3]

Release and reception

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The film was released on September 1996.[10][11] It was distributed by Grand Brilliance Sdn. Bhd.[12]

Box office

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The films had reached RM500,000 in the opening week.[13] The film collected RM861,000 after 14 days in 13 cinemas.[14] Total gross was RM1.1 million.[15]

Marketing

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A budget of RM100,000 was allocated for promotion across print, electronic media, and the film's original soundtrack.[16]

The cast — KRU (Norman, Yusry, Edry), Vanida Imran, Emilia Rosnaida, Noreen Noor, and Jalaluddin Hassan — participated in meet-and-greet sessions at selected cinemas.[17][12]

A contest linked to the film’s screenings offered prizes include free tickets to the movie, cassettes of the soundtrack, trips, hotel stays, dinner with the cast, T- shirt and merchandise.[17]

The film targeted teen audiences, and KRU’s popularity was used to attract viewers.[18][19]

Critical reception

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Cinta Metropolitan received mixed reviews from critics. Haliza Ahmad of The Malay Mail described the film as “another version of KRU’s debut movie Awas!.[3] Berita Harian reported that the movie’s box-office performance was below expectations despite wide publicity and extensive promotion.[20]

Soundtrack

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The original soundtrack was released by EMI Music Malaysia.[21] It contained 21 tracks performed by KRU.[22]

Publication

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A novel adaptation of the film was published in August 1996 to promote the film.[11] It was the first novel published by KRU Publishing Sdn. Bhd.[11][23]

Legacy

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Julie Dahlan planned a sequel titled Cinta Metropolitan 2.[24] Disappointed with the reception of their first film, the KRU brothers were not interested in taking on acting roles despite lucrative offers.[25] Following the film, the KRU brothers shifted their focus to music and television production.[26]

References

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  1. ↑ "Watak berat uji KRU". Harian Metro. 19 October 1995. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  2. ↑ Haliza Ahmad (18 October 1995). "Julie cuts deal with KRU". The Malay Mail. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  3. 1 2 3 Haliza Ahmad (8 August 1996). "More to Cinta Metropolitan". The Malay Mail. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  4. ↑ "Julie tunduk pada KRU". Harian Metro. 17 October 1995. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  5. ↑ "Watak berat uji KRU". Harian Metro. 19 October 1995. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  6. ↑ Kebayan (22 October 1995). "Babak Julie dalam CM". Metro Ahad. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  7. ↑ Zamani Yusof (16 April 1996). "KRU kena belasah". Harian Metro. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  8. ↑ Hartati Hassan Basri (19 October 1995). "Cinta Metropolitan ke Medan". Harian Metro. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  9. ↑ Rosidi Daud (23 October 1995). "Julie shooting latest movie in Medan". The Malay Mail. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  10. ↑ "Siapa hebat? Awie atau KRU?". Berita Harian. 31 July 1996. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  11. 1 2 3 Nor Haslinda Dalail (2 August 1996). "KRU hasilkan novel pertama". Harian Metro. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  12. 1 2 Haliza Ahmad (3 October 1996). "Special appearances by cast of Cinta Metropolitan". The Malay Mail. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  13. ↑ Tan Ling Ai (3 October 1996). "Special contest for 'Cinta' viewers". New Straits Times. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  14. ↑ "Cinta Metropolitan kutip RM861,000". Harian Metro. 12 October 1996. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  15. ↑ Hanim Mohd Salleh (6 December 1996). "Amy, Norman mahu rehat berfilem dulu". Berita Harian. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  16. ↑ Nor Haslinda Dalail (18 September 1996). "Soundtrack Cinta Metropolitan". Harian Metro. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  17. 1 2 Tan Ling Ai (3 October 1996). "Special contest for 'Cinta' viewers". New Straits Times. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  18. ↑ "KRU gamit remaja". Harian Metro. 19 September 1996. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  19. ↑ "Kumpulan KRU pelaris Cinta Metropolitan". Harian Metro. 17 September 1996. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  20. ↑ "Kami sangat kecewa". Berita Harian. 12 November 1996. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  21. ↑ Nor Haslinda Dalail (18 September 1996). "Soundtrack Cinta Metropolitan". Harian Metro. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  22. ↑ Saniboey Mohd Ismail (15 October 1996). "Album soundtrack Cinta Metropolitan hambar". Harian Metro. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  23. ↑ Zurina Waji (18 August 1996). "Empat novel KRU setahun". Metro Ahad. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  24. ↑ Nor Haslinda Dalail (2 October 1996). "Julie terus buru KRU". Harian Metro. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  25. ↑ "KRU kerja keras". Harian Metro. 25 November 1996. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
  26. ↑ "KRU mahu terbit drama". Berita Minggu. 6 October 1996. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
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