PHOTOS of an elderly woman dressed seemingly as Disney's "Marie" cat mascot at a Kuala Lumpur night bazaar went viral, with netizens expressing sympathy for the tired-looking senior citizen.

The photos were posted on Facebook on Saturday (4 March), with the original poster expressing surprise that it was an aged woman underneath the heavy mascot costume. The woman also had container hanging around her neck, which netizens assumed it to be used for collecting tips from passersby and photo-takers.

Some netizens commented that elderly folks should not have to work at such old age.

"It's sad to see people at this age still working and entertaining others. At this age they should be resting at home with their families," commented a user.

"Her face looks tired. It's a pity that auntie continues working to sustain herself. May God make things easier for her," commented another user.

The original Facebook poster wrote on the current hardships of citizens living in a city like Kuala Lumpur. This spurred genuine concern over the financial situation and mental state of the woman.

It is unclear if the elderly woman requires financial assistance.