8 BUCKS TYCOON
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: 2025
: Mandarin, Hakka
: 90 minutes
: Fantasy Comedy
: Froggy Planet Sdn Bhd
: Katak Chua Soon Min
: The story begins like this...
WHAT IF our wallet could continuously generate money without end!
A penniless struggling artist discovered one day that his wallet has the ability to generate 8 ringgit out of thin air endlessly. Is this miraculous encounter a blessing for him? or will it be a curse in disguise that will lead him to the path of suffering and despair?
SYNOPSIS
Ah Ming, a struggling painter from Sabah who grew up in a poor family background. His biggest dream in life is to be able to host an art exhibition featuring his best work.
At the most strunggle time, Ah Ming met a mysterious old man. This mysterious old man gave Ah Ming a dilapidated wallet, suggesting that his life will never be the same.
The next day, Ah Ming discovered that is a magical wallet. It can produce unlimited 8 ringgit. He began to live a crazy and luxurious life. He started to buy goods of famous brands, gourmet food, sport cars, yachts and luxury houses.
Just when Ah Ming thought he was at the peak of his life, he lost himself in the process. As the saying goes, changing positions also changes mindsets. With his father seriously ill and his beloved Zhi Wei choosing to leave at this time
Will Ah Ming be able to pull himself together, or will he continue to sink further?
DIRECTOR'S BIO
KATAK CHUA
Chua Soon Min, also known as Katak Chua, is an accomplished film director and producer with over 18 years of experience, specializing in feature films and regional storytelling.
His notable works include “The Verge”, a Malaysia-China co-production, “Craze Below The Wind”, and “8 Bucks Tycoon” (2024). Katak’s films often explore unique narratives that highlight Sabah’s culture and landscapes, establishing him as a key figure in promoting the region’s creative identity. As the founder of Froggy Planet, Katak nurtures local talent through independent productions and co-founded Filmcamp, fostering filmmaking among students.
From 2017 to 2023, he served as president of KKFVA, driving the growth of Sabah’s film industry. His leadership extended to roles within FINAS and the Sabah Creative Economy & Innovation Centre. In 2023, he further boosted the region’s production infrastructure by launching a Sabah branch for Cinerent, Asia’s leading film equipment company.
