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M’sian Digital Creator Sofyank Crowned Champion At VFX Challenge In Los Angeles

Malaysian represent.

Malaysian social media influencer and digital creator, Mohamad Sofian Abdullah, known as Sofyank, recently won the Ultimate VFX Challenge in Los Angeles.

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The 26-year-old Kelantanese triumphed over fellow content creators from the United Kingdom and the Netherlands, earning accolades from both the judges and the global audience.

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VFX Challenge champion

Organized by American internet personality Zack King, the Ultimate VFX Challenge required contestants to produce a magic video within 72 hours.

Despite being handcuffed for 30 minutes as “punishment”, Sofyank impressed the judges with his captivating visual effects.

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M'sian digital creator sofyank wins international magician zach king's ultimate vfx challenge in los angeles
Screengrab via YouTube/Zach King

The panel included Mythbusters personality and special effect designer Adam Savage, VFX artist and engineer Wren, and American content creator Kelli Erdman.

M'sian digital creator sofyank wins international magician zach king's ultimate vfx challenge in los angeles
Screengrab via YouTube/Zach King

Sofyank has gained fame for his creative VFX videos, often featuring well-known figures like Paul Ruud (Ant-Man) and Jonathan Majors (Kang The Conqueror).

M'sian digital creator sofyank wins international magician zach king's ultimate vfx challenge in los angeles
Photo via Instagram/sofyank96

His work has also caught the attention of Hollywood stars, with renowned actor Will Smith once reposting one of his edited videos.

Couldn’t wait to tell Malaysians he won

In response to his win, Sofyank expressed gratitude and dedication to his supporters. “This win is not just for me, but for all of you,” he shared in a heartfelt Instagram post.

M'sian digital creator sofyank wins international magician zach king's ultimate vfx challenge in los angeles
Photo via Instagram/sofyank96

The first time I got an invitation to go to Los Angeles, my heart felt very happy and I couldn’t believe I got this big opportunity. And when Zach King announced that I won the Ultimate VFX Challenge, at that time I just thought that I would like to convey this good news to everyone in Malaysia,” he wrote.

This was a well deserved win, considering he had to spend 3 minutes with his head locked in a box full of bugs and snakes to win an advantage during the competition.

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M'sian digital creator sofyank wins international magician zach king's ultimate vfx challenge in los angeles
Screengrab via YouTube/Zach King

Sofyank’s victory in the Ultimate VFX Challenge highlights the growing global recognition of Malaysian talent, following in the footsteps of Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh.

M'sian digital creator sofyank wins international magician zach king's ultimate vfx challenge in los angeles
Photo via NST

Congratulations from Anwar himself

Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil congratulated Sofyank on his achievement, with both noting the pride it brought to their nation.

Anwar praised Sofyank for his success on the international stage in a tweet yesterday, while Fahmi commended his extraordinary talent and humble nature.

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Many proud Malaysians also congratulated Sofyank on his win in the video’s comments.

M'sian digital creator sofyank wins international magician zach king's ultimate vfx challenge in los angeles
Screengrab via YouTube/Zach King
M'sian digital creator sofyank wins international magician zach king's ultimate vfx challenge in los angeles
Screengrab via YouTube/Zach King
M'sian digital creator sofyank wins international magician zach king's ultimate vfx challenge in los angeles
Screengrab via YouTube/Zach King

As a testament to his achievement, Sofyank’s competition video “Is This The Next Zach King?” can now be viewed on YouTube.

Watch the full video here.

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