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Pelepas Saka
Haider and his wife return to Mestika village to attend the prayers organised by Haider`s parents. Haider`s twin brother Raden is also home for the same reason. The brothers used to be close until Haider married Alisya, who is Raden`s ex-girlfriend. One night, Asiah puts a spell on Haider. Not realising that a mysterious entity is now attached to him, Haider`s behaviour starts to change and he suspects Raden and Alisya are having an affair.
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Haider and his wife return to Mestika village to attend the prayers organised by Haider`s parents. Haider`s twin brother Raden is also home for the same reason. The brothers used to be close until Haider married Alisya, who is Raden`s ex-girlfriend. One night, Asiah puts a spell on Haider. Not realising that a mysterious entity is now attached to him, Haider`s behaviour starts to change and he suspects Raden and Alisya are having an affair.
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Runtime:82 minutes
Studio:Metrowealth International Group (MIG)
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