The dancers wear the traditional attire of the Iranun ethnic group, known as Malaboro, made from a woven fabric called Mugah. This outfit consists of a blouse called Sinipak, which features slits on the sleeves up to the elbows. The blouse is paired with a long skirt for women and long trousers for men.

The accessories include a neck ornament called Mandapun, made of copper or aluminium sheets painted gold and sewn onto black velvet fabric. Around the waist, men wear a belt known as Sabitan Bobutulan, while women wear a belt called Sabitan. For headpieces, women wear a Sinisip or Sarimpak, crafted from thin aluminium sheets painted gold. In contrast, male dancers wear a Sigar, a traditional headgear made from dastar fabric.

This performance is accompanied by the special song “Si Tubau”, whose lyrics portray the Iranun ethnic community as a loving and harmonious society. The song's essence underscores the importance of unity among the Iranun people, emphasizing their collective commitment to sustaining peace and harmony. While, the accompanying musical instruments include the Kulintangan, Bebandir (a small gong), and gongs.

Originally, this dance was performed exclusively by women, typically involving four to eight dancers. However, it is now performed in pairs, with two to four male-female pairs. The performance showcases movements that depict the weaving process, beginning with arranging the threads, inserting them into the loom, and creating patterns on the fabric. Each dance movement carries a symbolic meaning, emphasizing precision, beauty, and patience in the art of weaving.

Hajah Pandian Hj. Sulaiman. Sabah Iranun Creative Dance Association, 89150 Kota Belud, Sabah. 01 November 2024.

Asnari Taim. Citra Seni Budaya Association, 89150 Kota Belud, Sabah. 01 November 2024.