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Irfan got his first acting job at the age of 12. – Picture courtesy of Irfan Zaini

When Kollywood beckons

LAST year, actor, model and TV host Irfan Zaini, who is well known among the Malaysian Tamil speaking audience, had big plans to penetrate the Kollywood cinema scene in Chennai, India.

“I want to be a versatile ...

A director’s dream

THE Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted the film industry, with many productions having to be postponed.

One of those who have been impacted by this is 31-year-old Klang-born actor Yuvaraj Krishnasamy.

“I miss ...

The colour of happiness

HENNA has always been associated with happiness and good luck. It is common to see henna designs on the hands of brides at Indian weddings.

But over the years, the art of henna has gone beyond Indian weddings. ...

Tan in a scene from Malu. – PICTURE COURTESY OF MAYJUNE TAN

Embracing motherhood

ACTRESS cum producer Mayjune Tan is excitedly awaiting the arrival of a new addition to her family, the birth of her firstborn sometime this month.

“I am constantly worried that my baby will come out earlier,” ...

Ooi discovered his passion for acting at university. – PICTURE COURTESY OF OOI LIANG CHIA

Chasing dreams

BE fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire – this is a description that perfectly fits Ooi Liang Chia, 26.

Although he has a bachelor’s degree in Law, he is set on becoming an actor and is ...

Rames wants to inspire others through his artworks. – PICTURE COURTESY OF RAMES HARIKRISHNASAMY

Chanelling positive vibes

SELF-TAUGHTphotoshop artist Rames Harikrishnasamy wants to be remembered as someone who loves spreading positivity via his artworks.

One of the best compliments the 41-year-old artist has received about ...

Yuan’s first ambition was to be a policeman. – PICTURE COURTESY OF YUAN TENG

ONG YUAN TENG, better known as Yuan Teng, has acted in roles that can touch your heart in the most profound manner. One good example is his 2018 portrayal of a troubled youth with drug problems in the ...

Mohd Al-khuzairie is a sculptor whose works have been exhibited internationally. – ASYRAF RASHID/THESUN

The ceramic touch

Mohd Al-khuzairie Ali is a ceramic sculptor whose works have been exhibited in South Korea, Japan, the Netherlands and Germany.

Audience and critics are impressed by his use of ceramic as a main medium, ...

Adam believes visual artists are creative entreprenuers. – PICTURE COURTESY OF ADAM UMMAR

Going further with his art

ART keeps Adam Ummar sane. This visual abstract artist was 16 when he was first diagnosed with depression.

“Art has been my best form of therapy till today,” said the 24-year-old Kuala Lumpur- born artist. ...

Tan says acting makes him a more confident person. – COURTESY OF TAN LI YANG

Seeking broader horizons

TAN LI YANG made his professional acting debut in a stage production called The Rascal I Once Loved in 2014, and walked away with the Best Male Newcomer award at the 11th Asli Drama Awards.

Then, four ...

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