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Raja Bersiong (Fanged King, 1963)

A screening of the 1963 Malay film Raja Bersiong, also known as Fanged King, at Oldham Theatre. The story follows a king whose taste for blood transforms him into a danger to his family and kingdom.

When
Wednesday 18 November
7:30pm to 9:30pm
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Oldham Theatre
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Good for adults and seniors
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About it

Original Title: Raja Bersiong

Alternative Title: Fanged King

Director: K.M. Basker

Runtime: 120 mins

Country: Singapore

Language: Malay with English subtitles

Rating: PG13

Synopsis

A king travelling in disguise arrives at Kampung Gading, where he meets Chomel and her loyal servant Badang. He brings them back to his palace, marries Chomel and appoints Badang as his personal protector. After consuming food accidentally tainted with blood, the king develops a taste for it. As his appetite grows and fangs begin to emerge, he transforms into a threat to his beloved family and kingdom.

Based on Malay folklore, Raja Bersiong was produced by Maria Menado Productions in association with Cathay-Keris, with Menado serving as both producer and leading actress.

This screening is part of the programme Off the Catalogue: November 2026. For more screenings, please click here .

Friends of AFA members, please read the membership guide on how to purchase your discounted tickets and redeem your complimentary tickets.

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Important Notice:

Do note that Oldham Theatre operates on a free seating arrangement. Doors will open 10 minutes before showtime so arrive early to choose a seat and avoid disrupting the screenings as AFA does not play ads and screenings will start promptly.

All patrons are encouraged to purchase your tickets online. If you choose to purchase tickets or merchandise at Oldham Theatre’s box office, cashless payment is preferred.

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T&Cs

No food and drink is allowed in the hall. Recording of the films is strictly prohibited. If you are found to be violating any of the rules and disturbing other members of the audience, AFA reserves the right to ask you to leave the theatre hall.

Concession tickets apply to Students (Local & Overseas), Full-time National Servicemen (NSF), Senior Citizens (55 years and above) only.

Please check film ratings before purchase of tickets. Please note that you may be asked to present your ID at the door (this applies to concession tickets as well). Only physical photographic identification is allowed, digital copies of identification are not allowed. AFA reserves the right to turn away any members of the public without physical photographic identification.

Upon confirmation of your order for Tickets, no exchange of Tickets will be made under any circumstances and Tickets are not transferable. No refund on Tickets will be made under any circumstances except due to cancellation of the event. The resale of Tickets at any price is prohibited.

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