Masam-Masam Manis (1965): Cast & Plot
Masam-Masam Manis is a 1965 romantic comedy starring Sharifah Hanum as Norkiah, Mariani and P. Ramlee. It runs 2 hours.
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- Runtime
- 2h (120 min)
- Original language
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Malay - Studio
- Merdeka Film Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Masam-Masam Manis About?
The premise of Masam-Masam Manis without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Saari, a teacher at Ulu Klang school, also performs at the Copacabana Nite Club because of his passion for music. The late‑night gigs leave him returning to his room in the early morning, and he often falls asleep while teaching. After being caught napping in class six times by headmaster Professor Basar, Saari receives an ultimatum from Mr. Basar.
Masam-Masam Manis Themes & Keywords
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Masam-Masam Manis Cast & Characters
Sharifah Hanum leads the cast as Norkiah, with Mariani as Ros and P. Ramlee as Cikgu Shaari.
- Sharifah Hanum as Norkiah
- Mariani as Ros
- P. Ramlee as Cikgu Shaari
- Sharif Baboo as Ceti
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Masam-Masam Manis Plot Summary
What happens in Masam-Masam Manis from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Set in 1965 Kuala Lumpur, the film follows Sha’ari, a devoted teacher who moonlights as a musician, and Norkiah, a young woman who rents the room next to his. Both work at a nightclub, with Norkiah performing alongside her dancer friend, Mariani. The pair often clash, and a single offbeat moment—Norkiah accidentally flinging a portrait meant for Sha’ari at the wrong person—sets off a chain of chaotic misunderstandings that ripple through the tenants’ lives and tests the boundaries of their growing connection.
Full summary
The whole story of Masam-Masam Manis, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Masam-Masam Manis?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Masam-Masam Manis Also Known As
Also known as “Masam2 Manis”.
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- Masam2 Manis
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Masam-Masam Manis FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Masam-Masam Manis, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Masam-Masam Manis?
Masam-Masam Manis runs 2 hours (120 minutes).
When was Masam-Masam Manis released?
Masam-Masam Manis was released on August 21, 1965.
Who is in the cast of Masam-Masam Manis?
Masam-Masam Manis stars Sharifah Hanum as Norkiah, Mariani as Ros and P. Ramlee as Cikgu Shaari, among 12 credited actors.
Does Masam-Masam Manis have a post-credit scene?
No. Masam-Masam Manis has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Masam-Masam Manis in?
The original language of Masam-Masam Manis is Malay.
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