Petaling Jaya – TV3’s documentary Majalah 3: Penyelamat Khazanah Sabah, produced by Primeworks Studios, was honoured with the Best Video Documentary award at the 2014 Malaysian Journalists Night. The ceremony was held on the evening of April 18 at One World Hotel, Petaling Jaya. The Best Video Documentary award recipients, producer, Irin Putri Azmi, and cinematographer, Jebat M. Roseli, won a total of RM 15,000.
Since its first broadcast in 1985 on TV3, Majalah 3 continues to be one of the highest-rated magazine-documentary series in Malaysia. The programme delves deep to showcase unique new stories to its viewers, whether it is a take on a popular current affairs issue or lesser-known local and international issues.
In Penyelamat Khazanah Sabah, Irin Putri Azmi explores deep within the heart of Sabah with the state’s Wildlife Rescue Unit (WRU) to witness the relocation efforts of wildlife that have lost their natural habitat to urbanisation. The documentary was lauded by the jury for its information-packed delivery and captivating visuals, viewed as vital components in effective content presentation.
Primeworks’ documentaries occupy all Top 3 nomination spots for Best Video Documentary; The Breakfast Show: Hope Amidst the Rubble (ntv7) provides a first-hand look into the struggles and sufferings faced in war-stricken Gaza, while women’s programme Nona: Kasihku di Bumi Gaza (TV3) showcases the strength of Palestinian women in dealing with the devastating effects of war.
“We are truly honoured to receive such esteemed recognition from one of the most prestigious awards in Malaysia. This marks the second consecutive year that Majalah 3 has won this award; last year, Majalah 3: Badang Kinabalu by Za’im Helmi Zainal was also awarded for Best Video Documentary. We would like to extend our utmost gratitude to the Malaysian Press Institute for the gracious consideration extended to our productions. This award win provides further inspiration for us to continuously strive to produce more impactful and engaging content,” said Ahmad Izham Omar, Chief Executive Officer of TV Networks, Media Prima Berhad and Chief Executive Officer of Primeworks Studios.
Organised by the Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) since 1980, the MPI-Petronas Journalism Awards is an initiative aimed at honouring the best in Malaysia’s journalism industry. The Awards Ceremony this year received the attendance of Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin as guest of honour.
