Ghaz Abu Bakar
Alpha Professional
Ghaz, born in Johor Bahru, is a celebrated filmmaker with a strong foundation in multimedia and film. He holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Film & Animation from Multimedia University (MMU), Cyberjaya. Ghaz’s professional journey began in the banking sector before he transitioned into the creative field, where his true passion lay. He returned to his alma mater,MMU, as a lecturer, specializing in Multimedia Production, imparting his expertise to a new generation of creatives.
His foray into the music video scene began with Anuar Zain’s Sesucinya Cinta Mu, which quickly garnered attention for its unique narrative approach, setting him apart in a space often dominated by visual effects and flashy edits. Instead, Ghaz focused on storytelling, diving deep into the emotional substance of each song. This approach quickly earned him recognition within the music industry, as his videos became known for their authenticity and narrative strength. Ghaz’s work has been widely recognized, with nominations at local music awards and a prestigious highlight at the Seoul International Cartoon & Animation Festival (SICAF) in 2006. His film Polis Evo (2015) was a major milestone in his career, becoming one of Malaysia’s top-grossing box office hits, with an 18-million-ringgit achievement. The film’s success extended internationally, being showcased at the Fukuoka Film Festival in 2017.
Over the years, Ghaz has continued to push the boundaries of storytelling in his music videos and films. His extensive technical knowledge, honed
through his academic background and industry experience, gives him an edge in delivering impactful, visually compelling content. He has collaborated with major players such as Astro Shaw, Petronas, Khazanah Malaysia, and renowned artists like Zizan Razak and Dato’ Siti Nurhaliza, further solidifying his place in the Malaysian entertainment industry.As of 2024, Ghaz remains committed to elevating the art of storytelling, blending his technical expertise with a passion for creating emotionally resonant narratives in film and multimedia. He currently serves as the President of the Digital Creative Content Creator Association of Malaysia (DCAM), operating under the umbrella of FINAS, where he champions the growth and development of Malaysia’s creative content industry.
RECOGNITIONS
1. Best Direction for “Black (Malaysia) Tv Series” – Asian Academy Creative Award (2021)
2. Winner for Best Music Video “Kau Takkan Tahu – Zizan Razak” for Anugerah Era (2019)
3. Nominated for Best Telemovie “Ana Anak Ibu” in Asia Pacific Television Award (2017)
4. Nominated for Best Director FFM 2016 (Polis Evo)
5. Polis Evo – Box Office Film of The Year FFM2016, Best Film Anugerah Meletop 2015, Best Film Anugerah H-Live 2015, Highest Box Office in Malaysia until 2017 (RM18 million)
6. Hantu Kapcai - (Winner for Best Action Comedy, Best Film, Best Actor, Best Female Supporting Actor for Anugerah Blockbuster 2012)
7. Pelangi Senja - Stacy (Nominated for AIM 2012)
8. Deja-vu - Shila Amzah (Nominated for Shout Awards 2012)
9. Cinta Kosmik – The Fabulous Cats (Nominated for Shout Awards 2010)
10.Kasih Maafkan – Dayang Nurfaizah (Nominated for Anugerah Era 2005)
11.Mungkir Bahagia – Hazami (Nominated for Anugerah Era 2005)
12.Mungkin – Anuar Zain(Nominated for SICAF (SEOUL) (2006)
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