In one of the strangest business ideas to go viral, a Malaysian man is offering a ‘villain for hire’ service—allowing clients to stage heroic rescues in front of their partners.
A ‘Bad Guy’ for the Right Price
Shazali Sulaiman, 28, from Ipoh, Malaysia, has turned his tough-guy appearance into a unique side hustle. For a fee, he pretends to harass his client’s partner in public, setting up a dramatic moment where the client can step in, confront him, and look like a real-life hero.
He advertises the service on Facebook, writing:
“Are you tired of your partner thinking you’re weak? For a reasonable fee, I can help you prove them wrong.”
For RM100 ($22) on weekdays and RM150 ($34) on weekends, he’ll act as the villain. Clients only need to provide the time and location—preferably a public place.
How It Works
Sulaiman explained how a typical scenario unfolds:
A man recently hired him at a shopping mall. While the boyfriend went to the restroom, Sulaiman approached the girlfriend, pretending to harass her. When the boyfriend returned, he stepped in like a hero to “rescue” his partner.
He insists that the act is just a performance, comparing it to WWE wrestling.
“No one gets hurt. I’m the only ‘loser’ in this game,” he joked.
A Hustle or a Legal Risk?
While many online praised his creativity, others raised concerns. Some pointed out that staged harassment might still be considered illegal in Malaysia.
Under Malaysian law, sexual harassment or indecent behavior in public can result in a fine, imprisonment for up to three months, or both.
Despite the controversy, Sulaiman remains confident in his business model. He has even expanded his services, claiming that a woman once hired him to flirt with her in front of her husband—to make him jealous.
Social Media Reacts
The bizarre idea has sparked mixed reactions online.
- Some praised his ‘hustler mindset’, calling the service brilliant and funny.
- Others mocked the idea, with one user commenting:
“People who pay to play the hero would probably run in a real crisis.”
While the debate continues, one thing is clear—Sulaiman’s villain-for-hire gig has certainly captured the internet’s attention.
