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Mamat Khalid was born in 1963 in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. He was a director and writer, known for Amir & Loqman Pergi ke Laut (2014), Estet (2010) and Kala Malam Bulan Mengambang (2008). He was married to Hasmah Hassan. He died on 24 October 2021 in Slim River, Perak, Malaysia.- Actress
- Make-Up Department
Mimi Chu was born on 26 October 1954 in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. She is an actress, known for Crossing Hennessy (2010), Love Is Love (2015) and Forbidden City Cop (1996).- Director
- Editor
- Writer
Kek Huat Lau was born in 1979 in Sitiawan, Perak, Malaysia. He is a director and editor, known for Absent Without Leave (2016), You dao zhi dao (2024) and Nia's Door (2015).- Angela Chan was born in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. She is known for Ice Kacang Puppy Love (2010), Show Me Your Love (2016) and Eraser (2023).
- Actress
Siti Zainab was born Siti Zainab binti Kimpal on December 31, 1935, in Sabak Bernam, Selangor, British Malaya. Her mother, Siti Khadijah, was born to Malay and Thai parents, while her father, Kimpal, was born in Bangkinang, Kampar, to Indonesian and Malay parents.
She was educated at religious school and Volks School. At the age of 7, she returned to Bangkinang with her parents. Zainab started her career as an actress by joined Royal Opera and Dardanella troupe along with her parents. In 1947, at the age of 12, she became a chorus girl for Bintang Berlian troupe in Palembang, South Sumatra, which was lead by her parents. During Operation Product, Zainab along with her parents moved to Lubuklinggau and joined Sri Budaya troupe, a troupe that was created by her parents, again as chorus girl. She later moved to Jambi and joined Dian troupe, and appearing on stage with her parents.
Zainab then moved to Singapore and signed a contract with Shaw Brothers Studio. She made her film debut by starring in Nasib (1949) as chorus girl. She then starred in Nilam (1949) as The Child along with Siput Sarawak. Zainab later appeared in a numerous Singapore films along with famous 1950s film stars, such as Kasma Booty, Siput Sarawak, P. Ramlee, and etc. Her notable films, including Rachun Dunia (1950) as Siput Sarawak's sidekick, Bakti (1950) as chorus girl, and Takdir Ilahi (1950) as Young Fatimah. She made her last Singapore film appearance in Dewi Murni (1950) as chorus girl and later returned to Palembang along with her parents.
On 28 February 1951, Zainab along with her parents joined Ratu Asia Troupe and then moved to Jakarta. She later became a chorus girl and singer for the troupe, releasing two songs, "Sayang di Sayang" and "Hari Raya", which then attracted the attention of music listeners in Jakarta. As an actress, she was known for her ability to perform friendly character and always smiling on the screen.
In 1952, Zainab made her Indonesian film debut by starring in Ali Jugo's directed drama Taufan as a leading role. She then starred in Timuriana (1953) as a supporting role along with Moh. Mochtar and Komalasari, followed by starring in Belenggu Masjarakat (1955) as chorus girl.
In 1956, Zainab married Indonesian ulama, Zakaria bin Muhammad Amin, in Bengkalis, Riau. They had three sons, Zulkarnain, Nukman, and Gamal Abdul Nasir Zakaria, and four daughters, Rinie Yuslina Fairuz, Rita Puspa, Nida Suryani, and Sri Purnama Zakaria.
Zainab then starred in two remaining films which was directed by Usmar Ismail, the first one being Tiga Dara (1956) appearing in a minor role, and the second being Asrama Dara (1958) as a dancer along with Nun Zairina, before finally retired to became a homemaker. On August 21, 2014, Zainab died of a heart attack at her residence in Kelapapati, Bengkalis, at the age of 78. She is interred with her husband Zakaria, at Taman Makam Islam Harapan in Kelapapati, Bengkalis.- Mandy Lieu, Top Model, actress and TV host, is a Malaysian-American based in Hong Kong. Born in Malaysia, Mandy grew up in a multicultural environment and as a result, she is fluent in Malay, Cantonese, Mandarin, English and Japanese.
Having taken ballet and piano lessons since the age of three, it seems Mandy was destined for the spotlight. Her first big break in modeling was a shampoo TVC in Malaysia which started a new chapter in her life: being a top model in Asia.
Mandy moved to Tokyo at only seventeen years old, and there her career began to blossom. One year later, she arrived in Hong Kong and found new horizons in this energetic and beautiful city.
Throughout the years, Mandy has worked with numerous international brands for TV commercials: Asia Miles, Standard Charter Bank, McDonalds, Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong Disneyland, San Miguel Beer, Vidal Sassoon, Olay, SKII, Rennex, Marie France, Adidas, Columbia, Sony Ericsson, Sony MP3, LG, Asus, Grand Promenade, Grand Waterfront, Hotel Marriott, Tse Jewelry Shop, Omega.
And, among her fashion magazine covers are: More, Me, HIM, Marie Claire, Fashion & Beauty, Wedding Deluxe, Ketchup, Darizi, Elle Wedding and more. Countless fashion shows and events also form part of Mandy's portfolio, from Hugo Boss, TAG Heuer Watch, Max & Co., Salvatore Ferragamo, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Dior, Omega to HK Fashion Week, Ted Baker, MiuMiu, Mulberry, Shiseido, and Swarovski.
Host of 2013's 7th Asian Film Awards, she wrapped her first martial arts film, Tai Chi 0 in 2012. In early July 2013, she acted in Tao Chip's movie and then was found by director Li Chi Ngai for his action movie "Horse Play" right after. Recently, she is shooting a Taiwanese action movie "Black & White 2" and acts as a killer. Now she looks forward to new challenges in acting.
In leisure time, she enjoys watching movies, reading, writing, hiking, swimming, dancing and playing piano. - Wahid Senario was born on 5 October 1975 in Kampung Sungai Rokam, Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. He is an actor, known for Senario XX (2005), Senario Dalam Pemburu Emas Yamashita (2006) and Lang Buana (2003).
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- Director
- Writer
Jins Shamsuddin was born on 5 November 1935 in Taiping Perak, British Malaya, (now Malaysia). He was an actor and director, known for Esok Untuk Siapa (1982), Tiada Esok Bagimu (1980) and Bukit Kepong (1981). He died on 1 March 2017 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.- Hero Tai was born on 12 September 1986 in Parit Buntar, Perak, Malaysia. He is an actor, known for Kepong Gangster (2012), The Perfect Girl (2017) and Tears of the Mom (2012).
- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Esma Daniel was born on 16 January 1969 in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. He is an actor and director, known for Zaiton: Ceritaku (2012), Santau (2009) and Sheriff (2024). He has been married to Nitra Sari Omar since 20 October 2002. They have six children.- Actor
- Music Department
- Soundtrack
Eric Moo was born on 9 February 1963 in Kampar, Perak, Malaysia. He is an actor, known for Those Were the Days... (1995), Eric Moo: Love Is So Heavy (1995) and New Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2001). He has been married to Mei-Chun Peng since 2000. They have two children.- Mei Ching Lim was born on 15 January 1971 in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. She is an actress, known for Jing tian dong di (1999), Dao Xia (1999) and Zui zung ngan sin yan (2004). She has been married to Xing Sun since 2015. She was previously married to Xing Sun.
- Director
- Actor
- Camera and Electrical Department
Abror Rivai was born in 1976 in Taiping, Perak, Malaysia. He is a director and actor, known for Tanjong kelang (2002), Pilihanraya Umum Ke-12: Demokerasi Atau Rebutan Kerusi (2008) and Bukan di syurga yang ini.- Pyan Habib was born on 27 May 1958 in Perak, Malaysia. He was an actor, known for Tsu-Feh Sofiah (1986), Apokalips X (2014) and Kembara Seniman Jalanan (1986). He died on 4 June 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Mr. Os was born on 15 February 1961 in Kuala Kangsar, Perak, Malaysia. He was an actor and director, known for Adik (1990), Hero (1989) and Orang Kampung Otak Kimia (1990). He died on 8 April 2016 in Selangor, Malaysia.- Writer
- Actress
- Soundtrack
Alongside sister Heidi Sørensen, Line Sørensen has been part of the successful Danish pop group S.O.A.P. In 2002, she turned to television, starring as host of Boogie (2002), there for the first time using mostly her birth name, Saseline.- Juztin Lan was born on 22 March 1990 in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. He is an actor, known for Happy Dragons (2024), Huat the Fish (2016) and Shuttle Life (2017).
- Director
- Actor
- Writer
M. Amin was born on 13 August 1924 in Kuala Kangsar, Perak, Malaysia. He was a director and actor, known for Lanchang Kuning (1962), Mat bond (1967) and Sumpah Semerah Padi (1981). He died in January 2003 in Malaysia.- Actor
- Soundtrack
Auguste Kwan was born on 21 August 1971 in Telok Anson, Perak, Malaysia. He is an actor, known for Ho hing ng hing (1999), Back to Earth (2022) and Wan tong bao bao (1998).- Jack Yap was born on 30 October 1982 in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. He is an actor, known for Shuttle Life (2017), Goodbye Mr. Loser (2017) and Papa, Come Home (2017).
- Cinematographer
- Camera and Electrical Department
Zahid Mukhlis was born on 10 January 1986 in Perak, Malaysia. Zahid is a cinematographer, known for Framed (2024), My Superheroes (2017) and Hilang (2022).- Producer
- Actor
- Camera and Electrical Department
Samuel F. Lee was born on 18 November 1991 in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. He is a producer and actor, known for The Rover (2014), Going Down in LA-LA Land (2011) and The Studio Club (2014).- Nanu Baharuddin was born on 19 November 1969 in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. She is an actress, known for Cinta (2006), Imigran (1993) and Perempuan Melayu Terakhir (1999).
- Ibrahim Pendek was born in 1932 in Taiping, Perak, Malaysia. He was an actor, known for Indera Bangsawan (1961), XX Ray (1992) and Siti muslihat (1962). He died on 25 November 2003 in Cheras, Malaysia.
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- Producer
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Choon Hooi Ker was born on 21 March 1976 in Taiping, Perak, Malaysia. He is a director and producer, known for Zhong cai nu shen (2018), The Wonder Woman (2020) and After 30 Seconds (2009).