Punk Roots, Community Art: Pangrok Sulap’s Story

Adi Helmi Jaini, Artist and Activist, Pangrok Sulap

23-Apr-25 19:00

Punk Roots, Community Art: Pangrok Sulap’s Story

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Pangrok Sulap is a collective that wears their heart — and their heritage — proudly on their sleeve. Grounded in the landscapes and struggles of Sabah, their art is raw, real, and deeply Malaysian. From critiquing social injustices to building up rural communities, they prove that creativity can be a powerful tool for change. We speak with Adi Helmi Jaini about their work, their values, and what’s next.

Image Credit: pangrok_sulap Instagram

Produced by: Juliet Jacobs

Presented by: Juliet Jacobs

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Categories: corruption, environment, Law/Activism, education, culture, visual arts, Literature/Philosophy, History/Heritage

Tags: sabahan heritage, punk, malaysian artists, art collective, pangrok sulap, social commentary, art as social commentary, malaysian art,

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