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| Boilerpipe Text | A 17-second clip shared on Reddit has sparked outrage after it showed a man deliberately blowing cigarette smoke toward a teenager at an eatery in SS2, Petaling Jaya.
Screengrabs via video on Reddit
The footage, filmed by a bystander, captured the middle-aged man seated at the restaurant’s outdoor dining area while smoking. After taking a deep puff, he exhaled a stream of smoke in the direction of someone off-camera.Â
Screengrabs via video on Reddit
The camera then shifted, revealing that the target was a teenage boy seated nearby.
Screengrabs via video on Reddit
What Happened Before and After
According to the video’s caption, the teen had confronted the man for smoking on the premises. Reportedly upset, the man retaliated by blowing smoke directly at the boy’s face.Â
Netizens React with Anger
The video sparked anger among Reddit users, triggering frustration and criticism from Malaysians. Many said the man’s behavior reflected a lack of basic decency, especially in public spaces where families gather.Â
One commenter described frequently encountering “ignorant uncles” smoking or vaping in restaurants, even when children and pregnant women are present, calling the act selfish and inconsiderate.
Others focused on the aggression shown in the video, pointing out that smoking in itself is harmful, but deliberately blowing smoke in someone’s face crossed a line and could easily provoke a physical confrontation.
Some netizens also criticized the man’s maturity, saying that age does not necessarily equal wisdom.
While others admitted the footage left them feeling genuinely angry and disturbed.
Smoking Ban Laws in Malaysia
Malaysia has strict laws prohibiting smoking in eateries and public spaces.Â
Under the
Public Health Smoking Product Control Act 2024 (Act 852)
, which came into force on
October 1, 2024
, smoking and vaping are banned in designated public areas, including restaurants, whether indoors or in outdoor dining sections.
Anyone caught violating the ban may face fines of up to RM5,000 (approx. S$1,523) upon conviction, according to
Federal Legislation
.
To help with enforcement, the Health Ministry has set up a reporting channel. Members of the public can send a WhatsApp message to
010-860 8949
with the restaurant’s name, full address, date, time, and, if possible, photo or video evidence.
Singapore’s Smoking Rules
For Singaporeans, the rules are similarly strict.
The National Environment Agency (NEA) enforces the Smoking
(Prohibition in Certain Places)
Act, which bans smoking in many public areas, including HDB common spaces, bus stops, covered walkways, parks, and playgrounds.
Entire zones, such as Orchard Road, have also been designated as no-smoking areas. Those caught lighting up in prohibited places may be fined up to
S$1,000,
according to
NEA
.
Watch the video
here
:Â
An uncle got offended after being told not to smoke in a restaurant and deliberately blew smoke toward the person who confronted him.
by
u/TheBotMadeThis
in
malaysia
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# Man Sparks Anger After Blowing Smoke at Teen Who Confronted Him for Smoking at an Eatery
## He was reportedly upset after the teen confronted him.
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A 17-second clip shared on Reddit has sparked outrage after it showed a man deliberately blowing cigarette smoke toward a teenager at an eatery in SS2, Petaling Jaya.

Screengrabs via video on Reddit
The footage, filmed by a bystander, captured the middle-aged man seated at the restaurant’s outdoor dining area while smoking. After taking a deep puff, he exhaled a stream of smoke in the direction of someone off-camera.

Screengrabs via video on Reddit
The camera then shifted, revealing that the target was a teenage boy seated nearby.

Screengrabs via video on Reddit
## **What Happened Before and After**
According to the video’s caption, the teen had confronted the man for smoking on the premises. Reportedly upset, the man retaliated by blowing smoke directly at the boy’s face.
## **Netizens React with Anger**
The video sparked anger among Reddit users, triggering frustration and criticism from Malaysians. Many said the man’s behavior reflected a lack of basic decency, especially in public spaces where families gather.
One commenter described frequently encountering “ignorant uncles” smoking or vaping in restaurants, even when children and pregnant women are present, calling the act selfish and inconsiderate.

Others focused on the aggression shown in the video, pointing out that smoking in itself is harmful, but deliberately blowing smoke in someone’s face crossed a line and could easily provoke a physical confrontation.

Some netizens also criticized the man’s maturity, saying that age does not necessarily equal wisdom.

While others admitted the footage left them feeling genuinely angry and disturbed.

## **Smoking Ban Laws in Malaysia**
Malaysia has strict laws prohibiting smoking in eateries and public spaces.
Under the **Public Health Smoking Product Control Act 2024 (Act 852)**, which came into force on **October 1, 2024**, smoking and vaping are banned in designated public areas, including restaurants, whether indoors or in outdoor dining sections.
Anyone caught violating the ban may face fines of up to RM5,000 (approx. S\$1,523) upon conviction, according to [Federal Legislation](https://lom.agc.gov.my/act-detail.php?type=principal&lang=BI&act=852).
To help with enforcement, the Health Ministry has set up a reporting channel. Members of the public can send a WhatsApp message to **010-860 8949** with the restaurant’s name, full address, date, time, and, if possible, photo or video evidence.

## **Singapore’s Smoking Rules**
For Singaporeans, the rules are similarly strict.
The National Environment Agency (NEA) enforces the Smoking **(Prohibition in Certain Places)** Act, which bans smoking in many public areas, including HDB common spaces, bus stops, covered walkways, parks, and playgrounds.
Entire zones, such as Orchard Road, have also been designated as no-smoking areas. Those caught lighting up in prohibited places may be fined up to **S\$1,000,** according to [NEA](https://www.nea.gov.sg/our-services/smoking-prohibition/overview)**.**
Watch the video here:
> [An uncle got offended after being told not to smoke in a restaurant and deliberately blew smoke toward the person who confronted him.](https://www.reddit.com/r/malaysia/comments/1n6c5tl/an_uncle_got_offended_after_being_told_not_to/)
> by[u/TheBotMadeThis](https://www.reddit.com/user/TheBotMadeThis/) in[malaysia](https://www.reddit.com/r/malaysia/)
More from Wake Up Singapore:-
> [Malaysian Foreign Minister to be Fined for Smoking at Eatery, Apologises](https://wakeup.sg/malaysia-foreign-minister-smoking/)
> [4-Year-Old Boy in Thailand Rescued After Video of Him Smoking Goes Viral](https://wakeup.sg/boy-rescued-viral-video-smoking-bangkok/)
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| Readable Markdown | A 17-second clip shared on Reddit has sparked outrage after it showed a man deliberately blowing cigarette smoke toward a teenager at an eatery in SS2, Petaling Jaya.

Screengrabs via video on Reddit
The footage, filmed by a bystander, captured the middle-aged man seated at the restaurant’s outdoor dining area while smoking. After taking a deep puff, he exhaled a stream of smoke in the direction of someone off-camera.

Screengrabs via video on Reddit
The camera then shifted, revealing that the target was a teenage boy seated nearby.

Screengrabs via video on Reddit
## **What Happened Before and After**
According to the video’s caption, the teen had confronted the man for smoking on the premises. Reportedly upset, the man retaliated by blowing smoke directly at the boy’s face.
## **Netizens React with Anger**
The video sparked anger among Reddit users, triggering frustration and criticism from Malaysians. Many said the man’s behavior reflected a lack of basic decency, especially in public spaces where families gather.
One commenter described frequently encountering “ignorant uncles” smoking or vaping in restaurants, even when children and pregnant women are present, calling the act selfish and inconsiderate.

Others focused on the aggression shown in the video, pointing out that smoking in itself is harmful, but deliberately blowing smoke in someone’s face crossed a line and could easily provoke a physical confrontation.

Some netizens also criticized the man’s maturity, saying that age does not necessarily equal wisdom.

While others admitted the footage left them feeling genuinely angry and disturbed.

## **Smoking Ban Laws in Malaysia**
Malaysia has strict laws prohibiting smoking in eateries and public spaces.
Under the **Public Health Smoking Product Control Act 2024 (Act 852)**, which came into force on **October 1, 2024**, smoking and vaping are banned in designated public areas, including restaurants, whether indoors or in outdoor dining sections.
Anyone caught violating the ban may face fines of up to RM5,000 (approx. S\$1,523) upon conviction, according to [Federal Legislation](https://lom.agc.gov.my/act-detail.php?type=principal&lang=BI&act=852).
To help with enforcement, the Health Ministry has set up a reporting channel. Members of the public can send a WhatsApp message to **010-860 8949** with the restaurant’s name, full address, date, time, and, if possible, photo or video evidence.

## **Singapore’s Smoking Rules**
For Singaporeans, the rules are similarly strict.
The National Environment Agency (NEA) enforces the Smoking **(Prohibition in Certain Places)** Act, which bans smoking in many public areas, including HDB common spaces, bus stops, covered walkways, parks, and playgrounds.
Entire zones, such as Orchard Road, have also been designated as no-smoking areas. Those caught lighting up in prohibited places may be fined up to **S\$1,000,** according to [NEA](https://www.nea.gov.sg/our-services/smoking-prohibition/overview)**.**
Watch the video here:
> [An uncle got offended after being told not to smoke in a restaurant and deliberately blew smoke toward the person who confronted him.](https://www.reddit.com/r/malaysia/comments/1n6c5tl/an_uncle_got_offended_after_being_told_not_to/)
> by[u/TheBotMadeThis](https://www.reddit.com/user/TheBotMadeThis/) in[malaysia](https://www.reddit.com/r/malaysia/)
More from Wake Up Singapore:-
> [Malaysian Foreign Minister to be Fined for Smoking at Eatery, Apologises](https://wakeup.sg/malaysia-foreign-minister-smoking/)
> [4-Year-Old Boy in Thailand Rescued After Video of Him Smoking Goes Viral](https://wakeup.sg/boy-rescued-viral-video-smoking-bangkok/)
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