Rosmah Mansor Sues Comedian Harith Iskander for Defamation

Rosmah Mansor, wife of former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak, has filed a defamation lawsuit against comedian Harith Iskander over alleged insulting and body-shaming remarks made during a stand-up routine.

14 Jul, 07:11 — 14 Jul, 07:18

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This lawsuit highlights the intersection of political figures, public criticism, and legal recourse in Malaysia. It brings attention to the boundaries of free speech and satire when directed at prominent political personalities, particularly those associated with past administrations.

Key entitiesRosmah Mansor Harith Iskander Najib Razak

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SCMPMostly Factual26d ago

Malaysian comedian sued for insulting, body shaming Najib’s wife

Rosmah Mansor has slapped Malaysian comedian Harith Iskander with a defamation lawsuit over a stand-up comedy routine that allegedly mocked and insulted her. Rosmah, the wife of former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak, filed the writ of summons at the High Court on June 9. According to her statement of claim, the alleged defamation occurred during Harith’s performance, titled “Harith Iskander: The Outspoken Comedy Tour”, at the Swiss-Garden Hotel in Melaka on January 17. Rosmah claimed th...

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