Following the failures of Lagi-Lagi Krisis (More Crises, 1955) and Tamu Agung (Exalted Guest, 1955), the company's financial situation was bleak, and Ismail fired a number of his staff.
Setelah kegagalan Lagi-Lagi Krisis (1955) dan Tamu Agung (1955), situasi keuangan perusahaan tersebut bergejolak, dan Ismail memberhentikan sejumlah stafnya.