Many of these viral Ustazahs are known for being garang (fierce/vicious). They name and shame others. When an Ustazah calls a teenage girl penggoda (seducer) for wearing bright lipstick, only to be caught in an affair herself, the irony is bitter. The public’s reaction is one of schadenfreude: “See? You judged us, but you are worse.”

This paper explores the trope of the "Kantoi Ustazah"—a character who maintains a strictly pious and moral public image but is "caught" ( kantoi ) engaging in behavior that contradicts those values. It examines the societal impact of these narratives in digital media and television. 🔍 Key Themes

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: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) frequently urges the public to respect social responsibilities and avoid sharing content that exploits individuals for engagement. Impact on Religious Discourse

The "Kantoi ustazah terlampau" phenomenon reveals a structural problem in modern dakwah .

While male preachers (Ustaz) also face scandals, female religious figures often face harsher criticism regarding their attire ( ) and domestic lives. Viral Culture: