"Duyung Legenda Aurora" stars feted to exclusive curated dinner at KOKU Japanese Restaurant

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"Duyung Legenda Aurora" stars feted to exclusive curated dinner at KOKU Japanese Restaurant

Writer: Michelle Tan

(L to R) KOKU's owner, Dato' Sri Shaheen Shah, Anna Jobling, Maya Karin and Yasmin Hani Ismail Richardson.

2 Oct - The long-awaited sequel to KRU Studios' 2008 hit movie, "Duyung", is now in production.

KOKU Japanese Restaurant, Langkawi's leading fine dining establishment, recently hosted an exclusive dinner event that blended the worlds of gastronomy and cinema. The gathering, orchestrated by KOKU's proprietor Dato' Sri Shaheen Shah, marked the commencement of filming for the highly anticipated movie "Duyung Legenda Aurora."

This special occasion brought together the film's cast members and a carefully selected group of guests, creating an atmosphere of culinary delight and cinematic excitement.

Merging culinary excellence with film-inspired enchantment, the event offered a unique sensory experience. The specially crafted "Duyung Legenda Aurora" menu showcased KOKU's culinary prowess, featuring exquisite dishes such as Salmon Belly Carpaccio, Zuwaikani Chawan Mushi, and Aki Shake Teriyaki with Kinoko. This gastronomic journey, infused with oceanic themes and mermaid lore, highlighted KOKU's dedication to innovative dining.

Chef Melvin Loo prepares dinner

"We are thrilled to host this exclusive dinner in honour of 'Duyung Legenda Aurora'," said Dato' Sri Shaheen Shah. "This event is a celebration of creativity and passion, both in the kitchen and on the screen. It is a privilege to bring together such talented individuals and offer our guests a taste of what makes KOKU truly special." KOKU is in The RIYAZ Lavanya Langkawi, which serves as a filming location.

The stars readily shared their excitement about the film and the unique dining experience. Anna Jobling, who plays Aurora, expressed her delight: "KOKU's menu is a culinary journey that mirrors the enchanting story of our film. Every dish tonight was a work of art, and it's been an absolute pleasure to be part of this wonderful evening."

(L to R) Nayla Amanda, Nik Fadlee Elhamshah, KOKU's owner, Dato' Sri Shaheen Shah, Chef Melvin Loo, Muhammad Saiful Azam Mohamed Yusoff, Yasmin Hani Ismail Richardson, Muhammad Syaiful bin Doli Shari

Saiful Apek, who stars as resort owner Jimmy, added, "Dining at KOKU is an experience like no other. The flavours, the presentation and the ambiance are all top-notch. It's the perfect setting to celebrate the magic of 'Duyung Legenda Aurora'."

Also present at the event were cast and key crew members including Ayie Floor 88, Maya Karin, Yasmin Hani, Kumpulan Zero, Aniq Aqil, Aidilia Hilda, Yassin Senario and Dato Prof Ts. Dr A. Razak Mohaideen.

The 110-minute film has more than 70% of the scenes shot on the legendary island of Langkawi.

'Duyung Legenda Aurora' is expected to be released nationwide in the third quarter of 2025.