Threats against family led to Harith’s comedy show cancellation
Death threat and abusive messages aimed at children
The comedy show of Malaysian comedian Harith Iskandar at Dewan Filharmonik Petronas was cancelled without any reasons given. However, according to Dr. Jezamine Lim, Harith’s former wife, the cancellation was due to death threats and abusive messages aimed at their children.
Threats deemed “despicable, cowardly, and inhumane”
Dr. Lim expressed shock and outrage over the threats, describing them as “despicable, cowardly, and inhumane”. She stated that they crossed “every imaginable line” and were extremely disturbing.
Police investigation underway
Dr. Lim reported the threats to the authorities and an investigation is currently underway. She stated that she will not be commenting further on the matter while the police investigate.
Cancellation for safety reasons
The threats, coupled with relentless online attacks, led to a collective decision by Dewan Filharmonik Petronas and the family not to proceed with the show for safety reasons.
“Heartbreaking” for Harith and his family
Dr. Lim described the decision as “heartbreaking” for Harith, who had spent months preparing for the show. Two of their children were also supposed to be part of the opening act, making the cancellation all the more disappointing.
Calls for kindness and compassion
Dr. Lim expressed sadness and disappointment over the hate and anger she had witnessed. She called for compassion and kindness to be upheld, stating that they were core values that should not be forgotten.
Background to the controversy
Harith Iskandar is currently under investigation by the police for a satirical post he made on social media. The post related to the use of the word “ham” following controversy over the halal status of sandwiches sold in a convenience store at Universiti Malaya.
Controversial social media post
Harith’s Facebook post from last week expressed his concern and frustration over seeing a menu advertising “Ham Sap Coffee” containing the word “ham”. The post sparked a controversy, and the comedian later expressed that his faith was shaken by the experience.
Cancellation of the comedy show
Yesterday, Dewan Filharmonik Petronas announced the cancellation of “DFP Punchline: Harith Iskander 35 Years Of Laughter”, without giving any reason for the cancellation.
Conclusion
The cancellation of Harith Iskandar’s comedy show due to threats against his family is a concerning and disturbing development. It highlights the need for kindness, compassion, and tolerance in society, and serves as a reminder that hate and anger can have severe consequences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why was Harith Iskandar’s comedy show cancelled?
A: The show was cancelled due to death threats and abusive messages aimed at Harith’s children.
Q: What is the current investigation about?
A: The investigation is about the satirical post Harith Iskandar made on social media regarding the use of the word “ham” in relation to sandwiches sold in a convenience store at Universiti Malaya.
Q: Will the show be rescheduled?
A: At this stage, it is unclear whether the show will be rescheduled or not.
Q: Has the police taken action against those involved in the threats?
A: An investigation is currently underway, and no further information is available at this stage.