Azmi Hussin's 'SAGA Kami' offers a heartwarming multicultural story about how one lucky national car found new owners from various races through the years. The cartoonist also weaves in working class narratives and family bonds through the 151m long strip. Photo: Handout
Cartoonist Azmi Hussin’s SAGA Kami comic is now the country's longest single comic strip, according to the Malaysia Book of Records (MBR).
The Butterworth, Penang-born artist used 510 (A4 size) paper strips to create the 151m long comic strip. On Dec 12, the SAGA Kami comic strip was launched at a MBR ceremony at the Penang City Stadium, which saw veteran cartoonist Datuk Lat as the guest of honour.
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Azmi Hussin's 'SAGA Kami'
Azmi Hussin's 'SAGA Kami' offers a heartwarming multicultural story about how one lucky national car found new owners from various races through the years. The cartoonist also weaves in working class narratives and family bonds through the 151m long strip. Photo: Handout
The Proton Saga's final owner, a Chinese man in Melaka, believed it brought him luck. Photo: Azmi Hussin
The Proton Saga was then sold off to an Indian couple in Ipoh. Photo: Azmi Hussin
In the comic, a Malay family in Penang buys a Proton Saga. The owner's son develops an unexpected bond with the car. Photo: Azmi Hussin
The 'SAGA Kami' comic strip was recently launched at a Malaysia Book of Records ceremony at the Penang City Stadium. Photo: Steven Ooi
This is Azmi’s third entry into the Malaysia Book of Records. Photo: Steven Ooi
In a mad dash to the finish line, the father of three spent 24 hours completing SAGA Kami before submitting it to the MBR on Dec 11. Photo: Azahari Ali
Azmi used 510 (A4 size) paper strips to create the 151m long comic strip. Photo: Handout
