[Press Conference Coverage] 9th MIFFEST 2026 : Announcement for the 9th Edition “Resonance” and Ambassadors

[Press Conference Coverage] 9th MIFFEST 2026 : Announcement for the 9th Edition “Resonance” and Ambassadors

The Echo of Cinema Returns, MIFFest 2026 Unveils “Resonance” and a Dynamic New Ambassador Line-Up for Its 9th Edition!

KUALA LUMPUR, 2026 – The Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest) has officially unveiled key highlights for its highly anticipated 9th edition, which is set to take place from 18 to 25 July 2026 in Kuala Lumpur. The announcement was made during a press conference held at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur, the festival’s official hotel partner.

Marking a vibrant return to its annual celebration of cinema, MIFFest 2026 will once again open at MyTOWN Shopping Centre in collaboration with GSC International Screens as the official cinema partner. Backed by its strategic partner, the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS), MIFFest continues to reinforce its position as one of the region’s most important platforms for cinematic exchange and cultural dialogue.

This year, MIFFest introduces the theme “Resonance”, a concept that reflects how cinema continues to echo in hearts and minds long after the credits roll. Envisioned by MIFFest Founder and President Joanne Goh, the theme highlights the enduring emotional and social power of storytelling in a world increasingly shaped by environmental challenges, social fractures, and widening inequality.

According to Joanne Goh, films are not merely meant to entertain or inform, but to leave behind meaning, urgency, and truth that continue to ripple through conversations, memory, and society. As she shared during the press conference, “Films do not end when the screen fades to black, they echo in conversations, in memory, and in the quiet hope of those seeking dignity and truth. At MIFFest, these echoes converge, amplifying the courage of storytellers and the urgency of their voices.”

Anchored in the colour purple, symbolising depth, introspection, and transformation, MIFFest 2026’s key visual features flowing waves shaped by light and lens reflections, representing the reverberations of cinema and its subtle yet lasting impact on society.

One of the major highlights announced at the press conference was the reveal of the MIFFest 2026 ambassador line-up, which reflects a compelling mix of established and emerging creative voices in Malaysia. Joining the festival this year are Jack Tan and Zizan Razak, while Daiyan Trisha returns for her second year as ambassador. Meanwhile, Bront Palarae continues his longstanding association with MIFFest, marking his seventh consecutive year with the festival. Together, this cross-generational line-up embodies the evolving spirit of Malaysian cinema while bridging artistry, industry, and audiences.

Another major initiative making its return is ASEAN On Screen, which will be held for the second time at MIFFest 2026 following its successful debut. First launched in 2025 alongside Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship, the programme continues to celebrate Southeast Asian storytelling while encouraging stronger regional collaboration. Through curated screenings, industry forums, and networking sessions, ASEAN On Screen offers a valuable platform for filmmakers, industry professionals, and cultural partners to connect and exchange ideas on collaboration, identity, and the future of regional storytelling.

At the press conference, FINAS CEO Dato’ Azmir Saifuddin Bin Mutalib highlighted that MIFFest has evolved into a strategic cultural platform connecting Malaysia to regional and international film networks. He also noted that initiatives such as ASEAN On Screen are helping to drive greater visibility, collaboration, and growth within the Asian film ecosystem.

Building on this momentum, MIFFest also announced a new collaboration with the Asian World Film Festival (AWFF 2026). As part of this partnership, AWFF will introduce a dedicated segment titled “Focus on ASEAN Countries, Presented by MIFFest”. Selected ASEAN films curated under ASEAN On Screen will travel to AWFF, allowing Southeast Asian stories to reach broader international audiences while creating new opportunities for filmmakers to engage with the global industry.

In another exciting move, MIFFest revealed a new partnership with Kampong Film Lab, an initiative by the Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF), which is dedicated to supporting emerging filmmakers through mentorship, training, and hands-on project development. Through this collaboration, MIFFest will introduce an AI-focused programme for emerging filmmakers, which will take place across both MIFFest and JAFF platforms. The programme aims to explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence in filmmaking while nurturing fresh creative approaches and strengthening regional talent development.

The festival is also expanding its international programming through a new collaboration with ROSKINO and the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation to present Russian Film Week at MIFFest 2026. The special programme will feature five contemporary Russian films from 2025 to 2026, each screened once during the festival with English subtitles and offered free of charge. This initiative is set to give Malaysian audiences a rare opportunity to experience Russia’s contemporary cinematic landscape while deepening cultural exchange and industry ties between both countries.

In addition, MIFFest continues to strengthen its long-standing collaboration with the High Commission of India in Kuala Lumpur (HCIKL) and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of India, reaffirming the festival’s role as a key platform for showcasing Indian cinema in Malaysia and for creating opportunities for cross-cultural storytelling between the two nations.

On the partnership front, Hong Leong Bank returns for its second year as MIFFest’s Official Bank as part of a three-year collaboration aimed at championing film culture, empowering creative communities, and broadening access to the arts. Joining the line-up this year is Foodpanda as the Official Food Delivery Partner. MIFFest 2026 also welcomes Mah Sing Group as Festival Sponsor and Trident Global Holdings as Official Sponsor, while Sungei Wang Plaza and Mega Star Arena come on board as the Official Award Venue Partners for the Malaysia Golden Global Awards (MGGA), which will take place on 25 July 2026. To further strengthen audience accessibility, etix joins as Official Ticketing Support, while MAISEAT serves as the Official Ticketing Sponsor.

Beyond the screen, MIFFest 2026 will also present an immersive art and technology experience titled Algorithmic Organisms 2.0, introduced by Joanne Goh and presented by Jazzy Group with the support of the National Art Gallery Malaysia (Balai Seni Negara). Created by internationally acclaimed artist 0010x0010 (Ray Tijssen) and powered by Alien Illuminate and SQNXR’s concept and technology, the project will run from 4 to 19 July 2026 at The Grey Box, GMBB Kuala Lumpur.

Described as Malaysia’s first large-scale AI generative art experience, the exhibition explores the intersection of artificial intelligence, generative systems, sound, and spatial experience. Rather than a traditional exhibition, it invites audiences into an evolving audiovisual environment where digital lifeforms, moving images, and sound interact in real time. Reflecting this concept, the official poster itself takes the form of an algorithmic organism, a hybrid flower-bird entity generated through algorithmic processes that symbolises the convergence of nature, technology, and creative evolution. Ticketing will be available via multiple platforms including Klook Malaysia and Damai, with early bird and student access expected.

With a strong line-up of international collaborations, regional initiatives, industry development programmes, and immersive audience experiences, MIFFest 2026 is shaping up to be another exciting chapter for Malaysia’s film scene. Taking place from 18 to 25 July 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, the 9th Malaysia International Film Festival invites filmmakers, film lovers, and industry players to come together for an eight-day celebration of cinema, culture, and connection.

As stories continue to echo beyond the screen, MIFFest 2026 stands as a reminder of cinema’s power to inspire reflection, spark dialogue, and carry voices across borders and generations.

For more information, visit www.miffest.com.my and follow MIFFest on social media for the latest updates.

【记者会报道】电影的回响再度响起，马来西亚国际电影节 MIFFest 2026 发布主题“Resonance 共鸣”与全新大使阵容

吉隆坡，2026年4月2日 – 马来西亚国际电影节（MIFFest）于日前正式揭晓第九届电影节的重点内容。备受期待的 MIFFest 2026 将于 2026年7月18日至25日 在吉隆坡盛大举行。本次发布会于官方酒店合作伙伴 PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur 举行，为今年电影节的宣传揭开序幕。

作为一年一度的重要电影盛事，MIFFest 2026 将再次在 MyTOWN Shopping Centre 隆重开幕，并与官方影院合作伙伴 GSC International Screens 携手呈现，象征着这一电影庆典的强势回归。在战略合作伙伴 马来西亚国家电影发展局（FINAS） 的支持下，MIFFest 也持续巩固其作为区域电影交流与文化对话重要平台的地位。

本届电影节以 “Resonance 共鸣” 为主题，强调电影在银幕落幕后，依然能够在人们心中留下深刻回响。该主题由 MIFFest 创办人兼主席 Joanne oh（吴佩玲） 提出，旨在凸显影像叙事在当今时代所具有的持久影响力与情感力量。

在面对环境压力、社会分裂与不平等加剧的时代背景下，电影已不再只是娱乐或传递资讯的媒介，更应该承载意义、迫切性与真实情感，并持续在观众之间激起对话与思考。正如 Joanne Goh 在发布会上所说：“电影不会在银幕落幕时结束，它们会在对话中、记忆中，以及那些追寻尊严与真实的人心中持续回响。在 MIFFest，这些回响汇聚，放大了创作者的勇气与其表达的迫切性。”

本届主视觉以 紫色 作为主题色，象征深度、内省与转化。视觉设计中流动的波纹结合了光影与镜头反射元素，寓意电影的回响，以及它对社会产生的细腻却深远的影响。

本次发布会的一大焦点，便是 MIFFest 2026 大使阵容 的正式公开。今年加入电影节大使行列的包括 陈泽耀（Jack Tan） 与 Zizan Razak，为电影节注入崭新能量与观点。与此同时，Daiyan Trisha 连续第二年担任大使，而 Bront Palarae 则迎来与 MIFFest 携手同行的第七年。这个横跨不同世代的阵容，象征着马来西亚电影不断演进的精神，并在艺术创作、产业发展与观众之间建立更有意义的连接。

另一方面，去年首次推出便获得良好反响的 “ASEAN On Screen 东盟荧幕”，也将在 MIFFest 2026 回归，迎来第二届。该项目最早于 2025 年配合马来西亚担任东盟轮值主席国期间推出，旨在展示东南亚影像叙事的独特魅力，并进一步推动区域合作。通过精选放映、产业论坛及交流活动，“ASEAN On Screen 东盟荧幕” 为电影人、业界专业人士以及文化伙伴提供了重要平台，一同探讨合作、身份认同以及区域叙事未来的发展方向。

在发布会上，FINAS 首席执行官 拿督 Azmir Saifuddin Bin Mutalib 也指出，MIFFest 已发展为一个具有战略意义的文化平台，成功连接马来西亚与区域及国际电影网络，而像 “ASEAN On Screen 东盟荧幕” 这样的项目，也持续推动亚洲电影生态在能见度、合作潜力与整体成长方面取得更进一步的发展。

在此基础上，MIFFest 也宣布与 亚洲国际电影节（Asian World Film Festival, AWFF 2026） 展开新的合作。作为合作的一部分，AWFF 将设立特别单元 “Focus on ASEAN Countries, Presented by MIFFest”。届时，部分入选 “ASEAN On Screen 东盟荧幕” 的东盟影片将走向更广阔的国际舞台，在 AWFF 与更多全球观众见面，同时也为东南亚电影人与国际产业建立更紧密联系创造新的机会。

此外，MIFFest 也宣布与 Kampong Film Lab 展开全新合作。该项目由 Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival（JAFF） 发起，长期致力于透过导师指导、培训课程与实战项目开发来培育新一代电影创作者。通过此次合作，MIFFest 将推出一个聚焦 人工智能（AI） 的新计划，分别在 MIFFest 与 JAFF 平台展开，探索人工智能在电影创作中的发展与可能性，同时鼓励创新叙事，并进一步强化区域电影人才培育。

在国际节目方面，MIFFest 2026 也将通过与 ROSKINO 以及 俄罗斯联邦文化部 的新合作，推出特别策划单元 “Russian Film Week 俄罗斯电影周”。该单元将精选五部 2025 至 2026 年的当代俄罗斯电影，于电影节期间各放映一次，所有放映均配有英文字幕，并开放公众免费观赏。这不仅让马来西亚观众有机会接触俄罗斯当代电影作品，也进一步加强马来西亚与俄罗斯之间的文化交流及产业合作。

与此同时，MIFFest 也持续深化与 印度驻马来西亚高级专员公署（HCIKL） 及 印度信息与广播部 的长期合作关系，进一步巩固其作为印度电影在马来西亚重要展示平台的角色，同时为两国电影人、新锐创作者与跨文化叙事带来更多交流机会。

在合作伙伴方面，Hong Leong Bank 丰隆银行 连续第二年担任电影节官方银行，延续双方为期三年的合作关系，共同致力于推广电影文化、支持创意社群，并提升艺术可及性。今年新加入的合作伙伴包括 Foodpanda，成为官方外送合作伙伴。第九届 MIFFest 也迎来 Mah Sing Group 作为电影节赞助商，Trident Global Holdings 作为官方赞助商；而 Sungei Wang Plaza 与 Mega Star Arena 则担任 Malaysia Golden Global Awards（MGGA）马来西亚金环奖 官方颁奖场地合作伙伴，相关颁奖典礼将于 2026年7月25日 举行。此外，etix 将担任官方票务支持平台，MAISEAT 则成为官方票务赞助商，进一步加强观众购票便利与活动触达率。

除了电影展映以外，MIFFest 2026 也将带来一项结合艺术与科技的沉浸式体验 —— 《Algorithmic Organisms 2.0》。该项目由 Joanne Goh 引介，并由 Jazzy Group 呈献，在 马来西亚国家美术馆（Balai Seni Negara） 的支持下举行。作品由国际知名艺术家 0010x0010（Ray Tijssen） 创作，并结合 Alien Illuminate 与 SQNXR 的概念及技术支持，将于 2026年7月4日至19日 在 吉隆坡 GMBB 的 The Grey Box 展出。

作为马来西亚首个大型 AI 生成艺术沉浸式体验项目，《Algorithmic Organisms 2.0》将探索人工智能、生成系统、声音与空间体验之间的交汇。它并非传统静态展览，而是一个持续演变的视听环境，让观众置身于数字生命体、动态影像与实时声音共同构成的沉浸式空间之中。延伸这一概念，其官方海报也以“算法有机体”的形式呈现，塑造出花鸟混合的视觉生命体，象征自然、科技与创意演化之间的融合。门票预计将通过 Klook Malaysia 与 Damai 等多个平台发售，并设有早鸟优惠及学生票。

整体而言，随着多项国际合作、区域项目、产业培育计划以及跨界艺术体验的公布，MIFFest 2026 无疑将为马来西亚电影界带来另一波令人期待的盛事。第九届马来西亚国际电影节将于 2026年7月18日至25日 在吉隆坡举行，诚邀观众、电影人及业界人士齐聚一堂，共同参与这一为期八天的电影、文化与交流盛会。

当故事的回响继续延伸到银幕之外，MIFFest 2026 也再次提醒我们，电影不仅能够感动人心，更能激发思考、引发对话，并将不同的声音传递到更远的地方。

更多资讯，请浏览 www.miffest.com.my，并关注 MIFFest 官方社交媒体以获取最新动态。

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