WHEN it comes to Malay weddings, expect elaborate gifts of gold, money and the many other forms that luxury can take.
It is the perfect time to flaunt your net worth without being called a snob by the joneses, friends and relatives. But doing something that everyone else is doing can get a little boring.
Therefore, the guests of a Malay couple decided to get a little creative with their gifts. These may be simple, but they are worth their weight in comedy gold.
In a recent video by netizen @kamaghul, the guests could be seen giving stuffs like a pair of durians, pillows, refrigerator, fan, gas tank, cooking hob, and even cooking oil. Yes you read it correctly, a pair of durians.
Ini baru hadiah kahwin yang sebenar. Pengantin pun happy je tengok 😂 pic.twitter.com/FqXYl11Fb8
— kamaghul deghaman (@kamaghul) July 7, 2025
If the couple are looking to move into their new house, it should be an easy task for them since all the appliances have already been provided. Although, a gift of cash should have been better as the couple can then decide what they want.
As for the pair of durians? We suppose those could be useful to resolve marital disputes. Netizen @balmond888 who saw the video said this should be normalised.
However, another netizen said it was inappropriate for the guests to bring the gifts up to the front of the bride and groom. “Just leave it at the side and give it to the representative,” he added.
The hilarious video, however, raises a fine question. What is the appropriate gift to be given in a Malay wedding?
According to Loanstreet, a monetary gift is seen as a gesture of support for the couple’s new life together.
The amount can vary widely, anywhere from RM10 to RM200 or more, depending on your relationship with the couple and personal means.
There’s no strict rule about how to present the money. While some may use a decorative packet, a simple envelope is perfectly acceptable.
Traditionally, the gift is given subtly, often folded to fit neatly in your palm, then passed to the bride or groom’s parents during a handshake, accompanied by a few kind words or blessings.
At some weddings, guests might also notice a designated box at the reception table where they can drop their envelopes. Loanstreet made no mention of giving durians. Definitely no durians. —July 7, 2025
Main image: @kamaghul (X)
