13-3-2024 (KUALA LUMPUR) A Chinese man from Kuching, Sarawak, has stirred widespread bewilderment by taking not one, but two brides in a single wedding ceremony. The seemingly unconventional union, captured in a series of photographs circulating on social media, has left Malaysians questioning the legality of such an arrangement.
The photographs, initially shared on Facebook by a netizen named 小安娜 and later amplified by the Chinese news outlet Sin Chew Daily, depict a jubilant atmosphere as the groom is seen cutting a wedding cake and pouring champagne alongside his two wives. The celebratory mood is palpable, defying the raised eyebrows and skepticism that have followed in the wake of this unique marital arrangement.
In Malaysia, while polygamy is permissible for Muslim men who adhere to certain conditions and legal requirements, the practice is generally prohibited for non-Muslims. This discrepancy has fueled a wave of confusion and curiosity among Malaysians, with many questioning the legitimacy of the Sarawakian man’s actions.
“Congratulations to the groom and the two brides! I wish all three of you everlasting love as you grow old together,” read the caption accompanying the original Facebook post, which has since been deleted.
The images have ignited a firestorm of reactions, with some Malaysians expressing bewilderment at the apparent breach of legal norms. “Is this even legal?” questioned one perplexed commenter, while another pondered, “I’m very curious to see which wife’s name will be written on the marriage certificate.”
However, amidst the uncertainty, there were those who embraced the man’s unconventional choice with a touch of humor and acceptance. “This is the dream of every man,” quipped one commenter, while another remarked, “This man is such a good ‘player’. It’s his choice, and it’s fine as long as he’s happy with it. I wish him and his wives a long marriage and everlasting love.”
