Titled “Singgah”, it explores themes of unity, compassion and belonging through the story of Melina, a woman stranded near a paddy field after her car breaks down while travelling home to Sarawak for Gawai.

Alone and distressed, she is helped by a village youth named Daniel, who later introduces her to a small community made up of individuals from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

This unexpected stopover soon becomes something more meaningful as Melina is welcomed into Kak Lidia’s home to experience the simple warmth of shared meals, festive preparations and everyday kindness.

Through this brief visit, Melina discovers the deeper meanings behind family, acceptance, and mutual respect in a diverse society.

In a statement, national unity ministry press secretary S Shatesh Kumar said the film centres on the tenets of “understand, respect, accept and celebrate”.

“Every celebration strengthens the bonds that unite us as one big family,” he said.

“Singgah” stars Muhammad Mokhtar Iskandarsyah as Daniel, alongside Kueh Mei Fung, Nurfatin Zulmisya Zulhazmi, Vallyssa Vallery Henry, Carvinnia Elzavina, R Sindu, Dexter Lim and Abdul Rahman Lee.

The film highlights the rich cultural heritage of East Malaysia through traditional food, local dialects, and performances of Sumazau and Ngajat dances, alongside scenes capturing preparations for the Gawai and Kaamatan festivities.

Set against scenic village landscapes and sweeping paddy fields, viewers can expect a light and heartfelt storytelling approach, with a focus on quiet emotional moments over heavy drama.

One won’t be able to help being moved by familiar scenes of togetherness – cooking, eating, and preparing for celebrations as a community.

“Singgah” will be available online from tomorrow via the social media platforms of national unity minister Aaron Ago Dagang, as well as those of the ministry and its agencies.