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Lisa Surihani
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| ليسا سوريهاني | |
| Born |
Lisa Surihani binti Mohamed
March 23, 1986 |
| Alma mater | Aberystwyth University |
| Occupation | Actress, commercial model, television host, producer |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Spouse(s) |
Datuk Yusry Abdul Halim
(m. 2012) |
| Children | 3 |
Lisa Surihani Mohamed (born March 23, 1986) is a famous Malaysian actress, model, and TV host. She started acting when she was just 11 years old in 1997. Since then, she has been in many movies, TV shows, and commercials.
Lisa has won awards like the Best Actress award at the Malaysian Film Festival. Some of her well-known movies include Goodbye Boys (2006), I'm Not Single (2008), and Istanbul Aku Datang (2012).
In 2012, Lisa married singer and actor Yusry Abdul Halim. They have three children together. In 2017, she became a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF Malaysia. This means she helps spread awareness about children's rights.
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Early Life and Education
Lisa Surihani was born in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Her family has a mix of backgrounds, including Bugis, Chinese, Arab, and Indian roots.
She went to Sekolah Sri Inai for her primary and secondary school years. Later, Lisa studied law at Help University College and Aberystwyth University in Wales, United Kingdom.
Her Acting Journey
Lisa's career began early, at age 11, with an Ovaltine commercial. She then appeared in TV shows like Gergasi and Ayah Kami.
Her first movie was Goodbye Boys. She also starred in Sekali Lagi with Malaysian actor Shaheizy Sam. Lisa has won several awards for her acting. She received the Best Actress in a Comedy award at the Anugerah Lawak Warna. She also won Best Actress at the 23rd Malaysian Film Festival.
In 2012, she acted in movies like Lagenda Budak Setan 2 and Istanbul Aku Datang. She was also named Most Popular Film Actress at the Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian.
Lisa also performed on stage in November 2012. She played Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, Malaysia's first lady, in a play called Teater Tun Siti Hasmah.
Family Life
Lisa Surihani married Malaysian singer and actor Yusry Abdul Halim in 2012. Yusry is famous from the group KRU.
They welcomed their first child, a daughter, in September 2015. In November 2016, they shared that they were expecting their second child. Their son was born on April 23, 2017. Their third child, another son, was born on June 23, 2021.
Movies and TV Shows
Lisa Surihani has been in many films and television series.
Feature Films
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Goodbye Boys | Lara | First movie role |
| 2008 | I'm Not Single | Maya Borhan | |
| 2009 | Jangan Pandang Belakang Congkak | Mustika Sudirman | |
| 2010 | V3 Samseng Jalanan | Kamsah | |
| Semerah Cinta Stilleto | Siti Laila/Stilla | ||
| Lagenda Budak Setan | Ayu Sidaratul Dursina | ||
| Kapoww!! | Siti Nurhasnita | ||
| Zoo | Shila | ||
| Jangan Pandang Belakang Congkak 2 | Mustika Sudirman | ||
| 2011 | Sekali Lagi | Sheila | |
| Ombak Rindu | Mila Amylia Rashdan | ||
| Papa, I Love You | Elly | ||
| 2012 | Lagenda Budak Setan 2: Katerina | Ayu | |
| SAM (Saya Amat Mencintaimu) | Lisa | ||
| Istanbul Aku Datang | Dian | ||
| 2013 | Ular | Myra | |
| 2014 | Despicable Me 2 | Lucy (voice) | Malay version |
| Lagenda Budak Setan 3: Kasyah | Ayu | ||
| Dendam Orang Mati | Lena | ||
| Manisnya Cinta Di Cappadocia | Izelea | ||
| 2015 | Suamiku, Encik Perfect 10 | Aleeya Azmeen | |
| Cicakman 3 | Linda | ||
| Sinaran | Shila | ||
| 2018 | Wheely | Bella (voice) | |
| 2023 | Sumpahan Malam Raya | Herself |
Television Series
| Year | Title | Role | TV channel | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Gergasi | TV1 | ||
| 2004 | Ayah Kami | |||
| 2008 | Mertua vs Menantu | Astro Prima | ||
| 2010 | 3 Janda | Intan | ||
| Tudung Ekspres | Erin | Astro Ria | ||
| 2011 | Adamaya | Maya | TV3 | |
| 2012 | Mana Hilangnya Juwita | Anggun | Astro Ria | |
| Oh My English! | Herself | Astro TVIQ | ||
| 2018 | Alamatnya Cinta | Astro Ria | Cameo | |
| 2020 | Pelindung Seorang Puteri | Rose | ||
| 2021 | Ramadan Pertama Edi | As producer | ||
| 2024 | Kiblat ke Syurga | Dr. Khadijah | Astro Ria |
Television Hosting
| Year | Title | Role | TV channel | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Down Memory Lane | Host | TV1 | |
| 2010 | MyEG Extra Time Bring It! | Host | ESPN | |
| Mari Menari | Host | Astro Ria | ||
| 2011 | Siti: Hiburan & Inspirasi | Guest | Astro Ria | |
| 2013 | HBO Sentral | Host | HBO Asia | |
| 2014 | Pasport Cinta | Herself | TV2 | |
| 2016–2017 | e-bu Babypedia | Host | Astro Ria | |
| 2022 | Sakinah Mawaddah Warahmah | Host | Astro Oasis |
Theater Performances
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Teater Tun Siti Hasmah | Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali |
Telemovies
| Year | Title | Role | TV channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Ponti Anak Remaja | Astro Ria | |
| 2010 | Azan | Rosa | TV1 |
| 2011 | S3RAM | Suhaila | Astro Ria |
| 2013 | Mamma Mamma Mia! | Leeya | |
| 2014 | Jawa Taiko | Alisa | Astro Prima |
| Strawberi & Karipap: Sesat Kat Paris | Sofea | Astro First Exclusive | |
| 2016 | Syahadah Yang Hilang | Zubaidah | Astro Citra |
| 2017 | Kontena Ana | Ana | |
| 2018 | Aku Posmen | Latifah | |
| 2019 | Geng | Mariam | Astro First Exclusive |
| Dah Mati Pun Cantik | Dr Rina | Astro Citra | |
| 2020 | 6 Hari | Suzi | |
| Aku Posmen, Kau Latifah, Dia Joseph | Latifah |
Music Videos
| Year | Title | Singer |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | "Milikku" | Zahid AF2 ft Cat Farish |
Brand Endorsements
Lisa Surihani has been the face of many popular brands.
| Year | Products | Notes | Sources |
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| 1997 | Ovaltine | ||
| 2002 | Johnson & Johnson | ||
| McDonald's | |||
| 2004 | Hotlink Siti Nurhaliza Fantasia Tour | with Siti Nurhaliza, Nadiya Nisaa and Sazzy Falak | |
| Rexona | |||
| MyEG | |||
| 2007 | Lip Ice | ||
| Maggi Cukup Rasa | |||
| 2010 | Garnier | ||
| Honda Icon | |||
| 2012 | Freshlook | ||
| DiGi Easy Prepaid | |||
| I Choose Malaysia campaign ads | |||
| 2013 | Marigold Peel Fresh | ||
| with Shaheizy Sam | |||
| 2014 | Sofy BodyFit | ||
| 2015 | Courts | with Harith Iskander | |
| Oral-B | |||
| Body Shop |
Awards and Recognitions
Lisa Surihani has won many awards for her talent.
| Year | Awards | Category | Nominated work | Result |
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| 2008 | 21st Malaysian Film Festival | Most Promising Actress | I'm Not Single | Won |
| 2010 | 23rd Malaysian Film Festival | Best Actress | Lagenda Budak Setan | Won |
| Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian | Most Popular Film Actress | N/A | Won | |
| 2012 | Anugerah Skrin | Best Supporting Actress For Film | Ombak Rindu | Won |
| 2013 | Anugerah Lawak Warna | Best Comedy Actress For Film | Istanbul Aku Datang | Won |
| 2014 | Festival Filem Malaysia | Best Actress | Istanbul Aku Datang | Won |
| 2015 | Anugerah Skrin | Best Actress For Film | Dendam Orang Mati | Won |
