Rabbit teeth appliance caused speech issues for actor Aaron Aziz in '5 Bomoh'

Actor Aaron Aziz, 50, encountered considerable difficulties while portraying the character Rashdan in the film "5 Bomoh," primarily due to the necessity of wearing a prosthetic appliance designed to give his character rabbit teeth.

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There was indeed some pain because there were metal hooks inside. Sometimes, the metal caused ulcers (mouth sores).

The custom-made dentures were fitted with metal hooks, which proved to be a source of discomfort and led to the development of mouth ulcers. More significantly, the appliance interfered with his ability to speak clearly and project his dialogue. Aziz noted that viewers might observe his deliberate, slow delivery of lines in the film, explaining that speaking too quickly risked the dentures becoming dislodged.

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Not only that, it also interfered with my breathing every time I wanted to deliver dialogue. That's why, if viewers notice, I speak one by one in this film.

Aziz recounted instances where the dentures nearly shifted from their original position, impacting his enunciation and making his speech less clear. He adapted by focusing on delivering his lines slowly, meticulously, and distinctly. Despite the challenges, he viewed the experience as contributing a unique identity to his character.

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I can't speak too fast. If I'm too fast, I'm worried the dentures will fall out.

He wore the prosthetic teeth for most of the filming duration, only removing them for prayer or meals. Comparing his experience to Rami Malek's use of dental prosthetics in "Bohemian Rhapsody," Aziz acknowledged the discomfort caused by the hooks, which resulted in some ulceration. The film "5 Bomoh" centers on Rashdan, a businessman excessively devoted to superstitious practices, who seeks help from five different shamans during a career and marital crisis, leading to chaotic and comedic events.

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There were several times I tried to speed up the dialogue, but the teeth came out and my voice became less clear. So, I had to deliver the dialogue slowly, carefully, and clearly.