Organizer Apologizes for Retro Event, Denies It Was a Disco

The organizer of a retro-themed event in Kota Bharu has issued an apology, clarifying that the gathering was a small, private affair for family and close friends, not a disco or entertainment event as it was perceived on social media. The organizer, identified on Facebook as Fykaaschaa Kaka, stated that the majority of attendees were couples and children, and the event was not intended for dating, intoxication, or the use of illegal substances.

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I admit we are ordinary humans who are never free from making mistakes. Our intention was only to gather and relieve stress, not to establish a disco club.

Fykaaschaa explained that the ticket fees collected were solely to cover expenses for food, venue rental, and games. She emphasized her respect for state and federal laws, acknowledging that mistakes were made, which led to the program going viral. The issue escalated after a short video depicting participants dancing circulated on social media, causing the activity to be seen as the main focus of the event.

"I admit we are ordinary humans who are never free from making mistakes. Our intention was only to gather and relieve stress, not to establish a disco club," Fykaaschaa stated. She further clarified that the term 'Disco Retro' on the poster referred only to the dress code for the evening. She also corrected claims that an individual named JL Fara was the organizer, stating that she herself organized the event and merely rented the venue from JL Fara.

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The term ‘Disco Retro’ on the poster only referred to the dress code for the evening.

Fykaaschaa assured that she would take responsibility for resolving the issue promptly and mentioned that a representative from the Kota Bharu Municipal Council (MPKB-BRI) had met with the organizers. Previously, Utusan Malaysia reported that the organizer faced potential fines of up to RM60,000 and an eight-year prison sentence for organizing the event without MPKB-BRI approval. Investigations revealed that no application had been submitted to the council.

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I will be responsible for resolving the issue immediately and will inform the Kota Bharu Municipal Council (MPKB-BRI) representatives who have met with the organizers.