Enter Frame

"How did we get here, and where are we going?" After nine incredible episodes diving into the hearts and minds of the local acting scene, hosts Najip Ali and Sharon Ismail are pulling back the curtain for the Season 1 finale of Enter Frame. In this special wrap-up, Najip and Sharon trade the interviewer chairs to reflect on the wealth of wisdom shared by our diverse line-up of guests. Fr...

“Whatever you find the hardest to do, do it with your heart.”  In this final episode, we sit down with Rafaat Hamzah (actor, writer, director) to discuss a journey marked by both darkness and dazzling light. Rafaat holds nothing back as he recounts his personal history of grappling his darkest days, and the difficult, yet rewarding, path he took toward redemption. He shares the hard-won wisdom of...

“Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is a nightmare.” How does wearing multiple hats elevate one's art? We sit down with the versatile Izzat Yusoff—an accomplished actor, director, writer, and producer—to find out. Izzat shares how his foundational years in theatre were instrumental in honing his technical acting skills. He explains the power of speaking the actor's...

“It’s not how much you do, but how much love you put in the doing.” - Mother Teresa How do you keep going when the camera stops rolling? Suzairhe Sumari joins us to discuss the vital, often overlooked ingredient for success in the creative field: consistency and stamina. Suzairhe details the grind of being a podcaster and how he built his creative endurance. He also provides actionable insights on...

“The artist’s job is to go where others are afraid to go.”  Join us for a deep dive with Fir Rahman, known for his powerful role in Apprentice .  He pulls back the curtain on his experience working abroad and the unique dynamic of collaborating with a foreign crew—revealing the challenges and triumphs of collaboration across cultures. He recounts the unforgettable adulation he received at the Cann...

“Acting is a spiritual journey of self-discovery.” - Anthony Hopkins Join us for an incredibly candid and powerful conversation with actress Siti Hajar. In this episode, Siti bravely shares her challenging yet transformative journey from womanhood to motherhood while navigating the demanding world of acting. She opens up about the immense personal struggle of being diagnosed with depression and an...

“Creativity requires the courage to let go of certainties.” - Erich Fromm From childhood sets to award-winning roles, known as a thinking artiste, Norman Ishak’s journey through the entertainment world has been anything but ordinary. In this heartfelt episode, the acclaimed actor reflects on growing up in the industry, inspired by his father’s legacy, and the winding path that led him to a decade-...

"Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude." - Zig Ziglar  In our third episode of Enter Frame, we bring to you the multi-talented Farhana M Noor. In this episode, Farhana discusses the importance of aptitude versus attitude to sustain in this industry. Listen to our candid conversations with our guest as she peels back the curtain on the realities from being a struggling actr...

“I would rather die of passion than of boredom." - Vincent van Gogh In this episode, we delve deeper into Sani Hussin’s passion and craft. From being an accidental actor to an award winning actor, Sani opens up about his struggles, inspiration and the craft he channels through his art. Catch our podcast on these platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2F9iGrsR5trIU2kV9XHjCV?si=72ll...

“Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood.” - Marie Curie  In our debut episode, we sit down with the talented actress and beloved personality Nurul Aini for a heartfelt & inspiring conversation. She opens up about her journey in the entertainment industry, from her early acting days, getting into the skin of her well known TV characters to venturing into the digital platfo...

Let's get ready to Enter Frame! Hosted by Singapore’s entertainment veteran Najip Ali and multi-talented actress, educator & author Sharon Ismail, Enter Frame is a 9-episode podcast that dives deep into the heart of Singapore’s Malay entertainment industry. Each episode features intimate conversations with some of the industry’s most beloved actors, as they share stories behind their most...