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If dealing with attention-seekers, I don't regret being arrogant: Azhan Rani
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡พ Malaysia /Culture & Society

If dealing with attention-seekers, I don't regret being arrogant: Azhan Rani

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Context piece
  • Actor Azhan Rani responded calmly to accusations of arrogance from an individual who claimed he ignored their greeting.
  • Rani stated he doesn't mind being perceived as arrogant, especially towards people who seek attention.
  • The accuser's post was deleted after facing backlash from netizens and fellow artists who defended Rani's character.

Malaysian actor Azhan Rani addressed claims of arrogance with a composed demeanor, responding to an individual who alleged he was ignored when attempting to greet the actor. Rani stated he was unfazed by the accusation, particularly if it came from someone he perceived as attention-seeking.

"Oh really? I don't recall that. But if I was arrogant, that's fine. I don't regret being arrogant towards people who like to seek attention," Rani commented. The actor, known for his role in the drama 'Seribu Tahun,' was reacting to a post on the Threads platform where a user accused him of being "super arrogant" and ignoring their "hello."

Oh really? I don't recall that. But if I was arrogant, that's fine. I don't regret being arrogant towards people who like to seek attention.

โ€” Azhan RaniResponding to an accusation of arrogance on social media.

Rani's response garnered significant attention, with many netizens and fellow artists expressing amusement. Actor Beto Kusyairy publicly defended Rani, asserting that his friend's personality was far from what was described. "Astaghfirullah, you arrogant? Far from the truth. I'm laughing so hard," Kusyairy wrote.

The original post making the accusation was subsequently removed after receiving considerable criticism from the actor's fans. The incident highlights the public's strong support for Azhan Rani and their defense of his character against perceived unfair criticism.

Astaghfirullah, you arrogant? Far from the truth. I'm laughing so hard.

โ€” Beto KusyairyDefending fellow actor Azhan Rani against accusations of arrogance.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.