The Story of Bentong Kali | with Suganthi Suparmaniam
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- Опубликовано: 7 фев 2025
- Some considered him a compassionate crime lord, while others a vicious criminal. No matter which side of the fence you're on, Bentong Kali is among the most infamous characters seen in Malaysia. And in this episode, Suganthi shares her experiences, and her takes on the man we all know as Bentong Kali.
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Suganthi is a former journalist and news editor with over 12 years of experience working with New Straits Times and Astro Awani. She is also the author of 2 books, 'The Story of Bentong Kali: Crime and Society in 90s Kuala Lumpur' and 'Between The Cracks'.
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Enjoyed the podcast. I remembered when Bentong Kali was hunted, it was a big talk all around then. Just a couple of years back, hd a hiking trip to Pulau Jerejak, so started to google on Pulau Jerejak and on of the info caught my attention was that Bentong Kali was jailed at Jerejak prisoned too. Surprised to know that he was just at his teenage age and so curious what had happen in his life that he hd become a criminal at such a young age. Suganti did a wonderful work as a journalist ( can see her journey was tough too) and revealed so much of BK's background. However, it is sad to read tt so many young Indian poor kids hd opted being gang member due to environment pressure.
I was a teenager, one day I came back from school when my elder sister was holding a newspaper with headline about Bentong Kali, and he was on the loose. It was pretty scary for the hype the newspaper report was making that he could kill anyone who comes into his way. My sister said he could be here near our house, which was in Penang, near Penang Hill the forest area. There was no one at home, but only both of us. My sister was so scared, then I remembered I grabbed the newspaper and gave a good stare at his face, and I felt he had some kind of aura that he's not that bad after all.
I was fascinated and started following the news on him, coz I found him to be such an intelligent man, and strongly believe that the police crime branch was using him to bring down criminals whom they couldn't. At the end, to cover their shortcomings they changed the plot to suit their fake narratives. I still believe he's one of a kind, an extremely intelligent man. Can you believe what he would have had achieved if his role has been flipped and he worked for the Criminal Investigation Department??? Finally, I don't believe he was shot dead with that point blank precision, I strongly believe he shot himself. Thank you for the book 🙏, I shall grab one when I visit Malaysia next. Greetings from London.
Well done. First time listening to your broadcast and I enjoyed it. Please address more issues of our community to create awareness. Thank you.
Thanks lady to come up with this book and the podcast. I always believe seeing is believing. All that are reported may not be the real truth. Always give the benefit of doubt.
Suganthi, onwards and upwards! It's been so long since I heard an "original" journalist speaks.
Throughly enjoyed the podcast, so well articulated ❤
An eye opener....I wished I had watched it earlier.
Great Interview!
It wss a very nice talk which I enjoyed.dear.
Society creates people Society is responsible
My Uncle's best friend Bentong kali . By the way my uncle's name is buntong Kasi..
Suganthi, you deserve an Award
Excellent show! First time viewer! Make effort to get more subscribers.
In 2010 , SG’s Lee Kuan Yew ( LKY ) was Caught Red Handed and Paraded like a Common Street Criminal at Sikh Police Temple in Singapore. In 2015 , Both LKY & Goh Yong Hong ( Ex Comm of Police & Known LKY’s Blue Eyed Lap Dog ) died within Weeks After Allegations were Filed In Singapore High Court… Coincidence ? This may be Material for her next Book 😊
Hi, tried to click on the link, but it doesn’t work , I am keen on reading this book, how can I order it ?
Very well put words towards the end... What the Agency is doing? What so difficult with the Agency? 😂😂😂😂😂
Write a book about Karthigesu n Jean Pereira murder case 🤔
I would like to discuss about films with him 🔥
Im from bentong, my parents well know his family, since teenagers he already involve in criminal activities, nothing to proud abt him, he his criminal
Hii
Hi can someone advise me when I can receive the book? I’ve already made payment and uploaded the receipt on 15/5. Till today no updates. Thanks
Hi there so sorry for this. Will share your comment with the publisher.
How do I purchase a copy of this book?
Hi! You would need to fill up this google form and the bookshop will connect with you once the new copies have been printed - forms.gle/nnD2yg5LSguyqYrPA
Hi can someone advise me when I can receive the book? I have made payment and sent the receipt in google forms. no updates or email till date. Should i be worried?
Hi Ganendran we will share your comment with the publisher.
@@thegoodcastshow thank you
He is Notorious criminal , justice done
Never judge if you have not known the person personally.
Hi the link dont work. It says no product found..
Hi! You would need to fill up this form and the bookshop will connect with you once the books have been reprinted - forms.gle/nnD2yg5LSguyqYrPA
Try to get prominent persons who regularly hit the headlines on media especially social media.
Who else will talk about the downtrodden
Kluang people reunite 😅
Hidup Kluang!
I saw a similar video about Bentong Kali. This video was posted 3 years ago. It focused on the police's perspective on the events leading to his death in Bukit Damansara. Suganthi's account aligns with the police's version regarding his philanthropic activities. However, it's undeniable that his methods and volatile nature were unacceptable.
ruclips.net/video/Gi2mZj4aiRw/видео.htmlsi=SYGgQTeKPbbMoPp2
Talk people all ready died
Zero
Absolute psychopath with strong discipline