A familiar figure to the Malaysian public is appearing on Google’s homepage today.
Today’s Google Doodle highlights P. Ramlee, a legend in the entertainment industry, with diverse artistry that won the people’s hearts during his lifetime. The doodle showcases P. Ramlee the way he was best remembered – sporting a thin mustache and a checkered suit, his head cocked slightly to the side.
P. Ramlee was born 88 years ago today and his artistic achievements is vital to the cultural history of Malaysia. He was a prolific actor, director, writer, and musician who contributed to more than 60 films and composed around 250 songs. After his death in 1973, he was posthumously honoured through various awards, as well as naming halls, museums, and other buildings after him.



