TIKTOK, the leading destination for short-form mobile videos has featured eight TikTok content creators from East Malaysia that not only take pride in their culture, but keep their traditions digitally alive and relevant to their audiences.
As we celebrate Hari Gawai and Pesta Kaamatan in the 2021 climate, let's take a look at some East Malaysian TikTok creators who create binge-worthy content.
@captjoshua92 Reply to @hanimhidzir Kita kita juga bha ini, kamu dari mana?
♬ Run Free - Rama
As someone who loves tourism and travel, Sarawak-born Joshua enjoys posting and sharing videos about Borneo's rich culture. Joshua is also the winner of Mister Tourism World 2017.
@abbysuehaiveey Reply to @adeelvin ni kn? #murut #fyp #pestakaamatan #sabah
♬ original sound - Abby Suehaiveey - Abby Suehaiveey
This proud Sabahan kick-started the #KaamatanChallenge2021 hashtag on TikTok, where it currently has 147.8k views. Abby's love for her culture shines through her videos, as she puts Sabah on the global map.
3. Ocelynevia
@ocelynevia just spending time with myself #fyp #sabahan
♬ WowWoah - Joe
Besides having an incredibly unique name, Ocelynevia is a Sabahan and professional seamstress for her brand, oj.collectioons. She's also a model in her free time.
@ervi.j sebenarnya banyak lagi sebab² yang lain & tiada suda headhunters zaman skrg ah #ProudDayak #JomBelajar #LearnOnTikTok #TikTokGuru
♬ Sounds like a mystery music box - Yohei
Better known as Sumandak Mengajar from North Borneo, Ervi is a #TikTokGuru who shares everything Borneo related to her followers - from must-visit places to even teaching the Sabahan language.
5. Sheron Tan
This Sabahan content creator is guaranteed to make your day with her videos. Sheron has a variety of content not only showcasing her comedy chops, but also schools us on Sabahan culture.
@dbstory_oe Sabah Sarawak gang? #tiktokmalaysia #tiktokhot #fyp #dbstory
♬ original sound - DBstory - DBstory
Hailing from Miri, Leong Jeen Hern - famously known as DBstory is a content creator focusing on showing off the uniqueness of Sarawakian food, people, and culture through comedy. Aiming to tickle their way to a global platform, DBstory is one to watch.
7. Andrea
@glorieous savage dance pun buli la kampung2 #kaamatan #sabah #fyp #foryourpage #foryoupage #fyp
♬ Pinili pili ku - Zia125
Also known as @glorieous on TikTok, Andrea does a lot of POVs and comedy skits around Sabahan language.
8. Melisa Lik
@melisa.lik disebabkan ada yg request, dipersembahkan tarian bidayuh ❤ maaf klau salah, sya budak bru belajar. #fyp #borneo #bidayuh #tradisionaldance
♬ original sound - Melisa_lik - Melisa_lik
Dance lover Melisa originates from Sarawak and she loves keeping to her roots by showing off her dance skills.
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Keep your For You Page (FYP) filled with content that shows the beauty and talent of Malaysia - and its creators.
Download or open the TikTok app now to learn more about these East Malaysian creators, and discover many more during this Gawai and Kaamatan.
TikTok is available for free on iOS and Android via the Apple Store, Google Play Store and Huawei AppGallery. – The Vibes, May 28, 2021
