We, as Malaysians, have always stood together to celebrate and uplift one another’s festivals with joy and creativity.
Recently, a Malaysian school captured the nation’s attention by celebrating Chinese New Year in a unique and environmentally friendly way—using balloons instead of firecrackers.
This creative celebration, shared by SMK Sungai Maong on their Facebook page, has since gone viral, gaining over 3.2 million views.
The post also garnered thousands of comments, with netizens praising the innovative idea.
In the 18-second clip, balloons are seen carefully stacked and secured on the second floor of the school.
The teachers below then pull a rope attached to a tall pole decorated with a snake’s head—complete with a small tongue dangling out in true festive spirit.
As the rope is pulled, the balloons start popping one by one, creating a sound that closely mimics firecrackers.
The popping sequence brought cheers and excitement to the students and teachers alike.
The snake decoration was a thoughtful touch, paying homage to the Chinese zodiac as the Year of the Snake approaches.
Netizens were impressed
Netizens flooded the comments section with admiration for the school’s creativity and environmentally friendly approach. Here’s what they had to say:
“Wow, it really sounds like firecrackers! So creative! They even made a snake head—it’s perfect for the Year of the Snake!”
“Very creative and environmentally friendly too. Keep it up!”
“Very creative. Wonder who give such ideas. Can also do this for my child’s birthday. Just buy lots of pumps, and the cost isn’t too high either.”
This innovative approach shows how we can celebrate traditions in creative ways without compromising on fun or the environment.
What do you think about this unique idea? Would you try something similar for your celebrations? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below.
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