'Flight Attendant', 'Samurai' Liven Up KTMB Fun Run

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 30 (Bernama) -- Dressed stylishly in a flight attendant’s uniform and pulling a suitcase, many would have assumed the woman was headed to the airport to report for duty.

However, Hanim Joufry, 43, had no flight to catch. Instead, she was participating in the ‘Railway to See Malaysia Fun Run 2024’, held this morning, organised by Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB). 

"In line with the tourism-themed concept, I thought the flight attendant uniform could make for a unique and distinctive costume as a participant. Previously, I’ve worn superhero costumes for fun runs," she told Bernama after completing the event, which attracted over 2,000 participants.

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Hanim, a fitness trainer, was willing to wake up as early as 5 am to prepare for today’s run, aiming to liven up the atmosphere and create sweet memories not only for herself but for other participants as well.

Another runner, who called himself Bro Samurai, came dressed as a ‘samurai’ or Japanese warrior. Looking all set to head into battle, he completed the run with a wooden sword prop in hand.

"This fun run serves as a medium for me to wear costumes like this. My aim is more about having fun rather than focusing on a specific running pace," said Bro Samurai, adding these activities also double as content for social media where he wants to create a unique identity for himself.

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Jamy Johan, 52, who also participated in this morning’s run, wore a batik kebaya. She said her traditional costume symbolises a woman’s strength and elegance as well as the struggles she endures.  

"Through this attire, I want to call on everyone to stop violence against women. Every woman deserves to live peacefully and be respected, without feeling afraid or threatened," she said.

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There were also participants who came dressed in colourful beach holiday-inspired outfits and batik sarongs.

The fun run was divided into two categories, four kilometres and seven kilometres. KTMB’s goal in organising the event was to promote a healthy lifestyle as well as boost the momentum for the next ‘Visit Malaysia Year’ in 2026.

-- BERNAMA