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The surprise hit Chinese film "Dear You" is taking Malaysia by storm, pulling in a staggering $3.75 million at the box office and making the country its largest market outside of China. The moving story follows the struggles of Teochew migrants to Southeast Asia during the first half of the 20th century – a narrative that mirrors the real-life ancestral journeys of many Chinese Malaysians. Fans in Kuala Lumpur waited for hours just to catch a glimpse of the Chinese director, Lan Hongchun, and the stars during an exchange event. Though set in Thailand, the director revealed that many of the film's sets were actually inspired by his travels through Malaysia, adding an extra layer of familiarity for local audiences. #dearyou #chinesemoive

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