Shafiq Isa

reference Shafiq Isa’s name pops up every time someone brings up the Ejen Ali universe. The guy’s basically stitched into the fabric of Malaysian animation at this point. He’s got his fingerprints all over Ejen Ali: The Movie (2019), the OG Ejen Ali show from 2016, and the hype train that is Ejen Ali the Movie 2 (slated for 2025). The Ejen Ali franchise? Yeah, it’s sort of a big deal in Southeast Asia. You’ve got this kid, Ali, who accidentally stumbles into the world of secret agents—think spy gadgets, wild tech, and action sequences that’ll make your jaw drop (or at least spill your popcorn). Shafiq’s vision? It’s sharp. He mixes fast-paced action with real heart, which—let’s be honest—is rare for animated series in this region. You get those slick visuals, but also moments that tug at you a bit, especially when Ali’s dealing with tough choices or learning to trust his team. And the universe keeps expanding: futuristic MATA agents, rogue villains, all those high-octane chase scenes. But what really sets it apart is how local flavor gets blended in—Malaysian references, slang, and humor that actually land. With Ejen Ali the Movie 2 on the horizon, fans are buzzing. Shafiq Isa’s pretty much turned this into a homegrown phenomenon, and it’s wild to see how far it’s come. If you’re into high-energy animation with just the right amount of heart and local color, this franchise is totally worth a binge.