Zain Mahmood (1933 – 31 January 1994) was a Malaysian author and screenwriter of Malay films. He wrote the musical drama Fenomena (1990),[1] the romantic drama Balada (Love Ballad) (1993) and the horror film Fantasi (1994).[2] Fantasi was shot in 1991 but banned for containing 'un-Islamic elements' until 1994. Its plot revolves around reincarnation, a Hindu and Buddhist concept which Islamists wish to suppress.[3] He also acted in Fantasi and produced Fenomena. He died, in his sleep, in January 31, 1994 aged 61.[4]