Petronas releases brand new webfilm for Raya

KUALA LUMPUR: National oil corporation Petronas has released a brand new web-film, cheekily titled ''Donut ke Karipap?'' (Donuts or Curry-puffs?) in conjunction with the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration.

The 256-second film follows the five young characters from Petronas' previous productions for the 2017 Chinese New Year as well as Gawai and Kaamatan festivals as they now face the trials and discover the virtues of the fasting month of Ramadan that makes the Aidilfitri celebrations more meaningful.

It encapsulates the values of patience, kindness, sacrifice and togetherness -- in line with the spirit of Aidilfitri and Petronas' longstanding commitment in bringing Malaysians closer through its festive campaigns, according to a statement from the oil and gas firm.

The film was previewed at the launch of the signature Petronas Coffee Break Campaign, brought back for Aidilfitri 2017, and runs from June 22 to 23, and from July 1 to 2, according to a statement from the company.

Petronas' senior general manager of Group Strategic Communications, Zahariah Abd Rahman said the company was proud to present another warm Malaysian story that would hopefully leave a lasting impression in the hearts of everyone, much like some of its previous productions.

"Through our festive campaigns, we will continue to invite all Malaysians to remain rooted to our common values, traditions and culture, and to continuously reflect on these important threads that bind us together as Malaysians and as a nation," she said.

Viewers can log on to Petronas' official brand channel at www. petronasofficial.com to view the film. A 60-second television commercial version will also be aired until June 30.

The Petronas Coffee Break Campaign, part of the oil corporation's road safety initiative during festive seasons, offers over 700,000 cups of freshly brewed hot coffee and snacks as well as health screening at participating PETRONAS stations nationwide. - Bernama