On Friday (Jan 2), we reported about the quiet closure of Darsa Fried Chicken’s (DFC) outlet in Bandar Seri Putra, Bangi, where it was shut down for undisclosed reasons after a year in business.
Since the event, many have speculated about the outlet’s closure, with many blaming the restaurant’s “100% Bumiputera-owned” credo for its downfall.
DFC founder: Not caused by racial issues
In light of the online rumours, DFC’s founder took to Facebook to clear the air about the situation.
In a lengthy Facebook post, Muhd Zainul Asri Mohd Romli said he was deeply saddened to hear of the outlet’s closure and revealed that he no longer had any say in the company’s direction since July 2025.
He added that whatever incidents that took place after that time period were no longer under his supervision—something which he promised to explain more of in the future.
Addressing claims that DFC’s Bangi outlet closed down due to racial sentiments, Muhd Zainul reiterated that it wasn’t the case, adding that the reason was “far more complex and heartbreaking”.
Personally, I strongly reject the use of racial sentiments as a foundation for business as it goes against my principles as a Muslim and a Malaysian.
“I have Chinese and Indian friends who have always supported me and DFC, including the time when the (Type C) issue was at his height. They understand that the mistakes of individuals under supervision do not represent the stance of the entire organisation,” he wrote.
Apologised for ‘Type C’ comment
Muhd Zainul also apologised for the ‘Type C’ comment that was made by a Facebook administrator more than a year ago.
“To Malaysians who are still angry, I’d like to once again apologise for the recklessness of my admin. Please know that lessons were learnt from the incident and that it has never reoccurred since.
“DFC was built with the intention of providing an economic pathway for the place where I gained my education and I haven’t forgotten my original purpose,” he said.
Muhd Zainul also noted that history has shown that companies crumble not because of race or religion, but due to “management issues, financial problems, internal conflicts, and operational pressures.”
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