KUALA LUMPUR: A grandmother's touching commitment to her grandchild during the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examinations has brought many netizens to tears.
In a TikTok video shared by @c_s.ihsan, an elderly woman is seen sitting on a wooden bench at a boarding school in Perak, with papers and books laid out on the table in front of her.
The video captures the nearly empty surroundings outside the examination halls, while the grandmother patiently waits outside, reciting religious prayers.
The caption reveals that her grandchild is currently sitting for the SPM exam inside the hall, while the grandmother reads the Yasin and recites zikir, a common practice among families seeking divine support for students during this critical period.
The video has resonated deeply with netizens, amassing over 330,100 views and 47,900 likes, as they express their emotions over the grandmother's heartfelt actions, reminding them of their own familial bonds.
User @salammisgood commented on the grandchild's good fortune in having such a devoted grandmother, while @hz00901 expressed hope that the grandchild will cherish her, recognising the depth of her love.
@hanizdqf9s9 added that the elderly woman reminded her of her own late grandmother, who raised her and would always read the Yasin, hoping for her success.