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Near-Fatal Wood Impalement Averted During Film Shoot, Recounts Actor Shaharon Anuar
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Near-Fatal Wood Impalement Averted During Film Shoot, Recounts Actor Shaharon Anuar

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actor Datuk Shaharon Anuar narrowly escaped a fatal accident 25 years ago during the filming of Gerak Khas The Movie.
  • He tripped and fell near a sharp piece of wood that narrowly missed his chest.
  • Shaharon, who has a background as a police officer, has acted in numerous police-themed films and dramas.

Datuk Shaharon Anuar recounted a near-fatal incident that occurred approximately 25 years ago while filming Gerak Khas The Movie. The actor described the terrifying moment when he tripped over a tree root during a chase scene in a forest area along Jalan Gombak Lama, falling perilously close to a sharp piece of wood.

I couldn't imagine what would have happened if I had fallen an inch forward.

— Datuk ShaharonRecounting the near-fatal accident during a film shoot.

"I couldn't imagine what would have happened if I had fallen an inch forward," Shaharon stated, emphasizing how fortunate he was that the jagged wood, about four inches high, narrowly missed his chest. He described the experience as a profound moment of divine intervention, leading him to recite prayers.

The incident instilled in Shaharon a heightened sense of caution, particularly when filming in dense forest environments. He stressed the inherent risks in such locations and the importance of remaining vigilant and seeking spiritual protection. "Forest areas have many risks. So, you have to be careful all the time. Always practice Quranic verses because we cannot predict what will happen," he advised.

I recited prayers at length because the sharp wood, about four inches high, almost hit my chest. At that moment, Allah saved me.

— Datuk ShaharonDescribing the close call with a piece of wood during his fall.

Shaharon is widely recognized for his roles in police-themed dramas and films, especially those produced by Skop Production. His acting career includes appearances in about 10 films and several long-running television series, including Gerak Khas, which has been airing since 1998. His journey into acting began after a distinguished career as a police officer, where he served for several years before transitioning into media liaison roles within the police force. He eventually took on acting roles at the suggestion of director Yusof Haslam, after receiving official permission.

Forest areas have many risks. So, you have to be careful all the time. Always practice Quranic verses because we cannot predict what will happen.

— Datuk ShaharonReflecting on the importance of caution and faith after his accident.
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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.

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