What’s the secret to staying sharp, calm, and youthful — even after turning 100?
According to Muar MP Syed Saddiq, for former Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, it’s not strict diets or exercise routines, but something far more unexpected: watching cat videos.
Shocking secret to remain healthy
In a lighthearted Facebook post yesterday, Syed Saddiq shared a surprising revelation in celebration of Dr. Mahathir’s 100th birthday.
On the occasion of Tun Mahathir’s 100th birthday, I think it’s time to reveal his most ‘shocking’ secret,” Saddiq wrote playfully.
He uploaded two photos taken several years ago in Parliament, showing the former PM watching a YouTube video titled “Cats That Aren’t Afraid of Water.”
Even during heated parliamentary debates, Tun remained calm, healthy, and youthful — all thanks to watching cat videos. Not once, but multiple times. He even chuckled quietly to himself while watching.”
“Cats that jump and play — that’s what he watches”
Saddiq explained that the photos were taken during tense times in Parliament, yet Mahathir appeared unfazed, peacefully enjoying videos of cats jumping and playing in water.
The screenshots show his YouTube feed filled entirely with cat-related content.
He ended his post with a birthday wish for Mahathir:
Happy 100th birthday, Tun. May you stay forever young.”
Netizens delighted by Mahathir’s “wholesome twist”
The post quickly went viral, with many netizens charmed by Mahathir’s “wholesome” and unexpected love for cats. Comments poured in praising his “soft side” and sense of humour.
“Men who love cats are affectionate…”
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