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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 |
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| Years active | 1997–present |
| Spouse(s) |
Datuk Yusry Abdul Halim
(m. 2012) |
| Children | 3 |
Lisa Surihani Mohamed (born on March 23, 1986) is a famous Malaysian actress, model, and TV host. She started her career in entertainment when she was just 11 years old, back in 1997.
Lisa has appeared in many movies and TV shows. She has also been in several TV commercials. She is well-known for her acting skills and has won awards like the Malaysian Film Festival for Best Actress. Some of her popular movies include I'm Not Single (2008), Kapoww!! (2010), and SAM: Saya Amat Mencintaimu (2012).
In 2012, Lisa married Yusry Abdul Halim, who is a singer and actor. They have three children together. Lisa also helps others as a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF Malaysia. She was given this important role in February 2017.
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About Lisa's Early Life
Lisa Surihani was born in Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia. Her family has roots from the Bugis people, and also some Chinese, Arab, and Indian ancestors.
She went to Sekolah Sri Inai for both her primary and secondary school years. Later, she studied law at Help University College and Aberystwyth University in Wales, United Kingdom.
Lisa's Career Journey
Lisa's first step into the entertainment world was in an Ovaltine commercial when she was 11. She then appeared in early TV shows like Gergasi and Ayah Kami.
Her first movie role was in 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 the Best Actress award at the 23rd Malaysian Film Festival.
In 2012, Lisa starred in movies such as Lagenda Budak Setan 2, Cyber X: Ancaman Penggodam, and Istanbul Aku Datang. She continued to win awards, including Best Actress at the 23rd Malaysian Film Festival and Most Popular Film Actress at Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian.
Lisa also performed on stage in November 2012. She played Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, the wife of a former Prime Minister, in a play called Teater Tun Siti Hasmah.
Lisa's Family Life
Lisa Surihani married Malaysian singer and actor Yusry Abdul Halim in 2012. Yusry is famous for being part of the group KRU.
The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter, in September 2015. In November 2016, they shared that they were expecting their second child. Their second child, a boy, was born on April 23, 2017. Lisa and Yusry had their third child, another son, on June 23, 2021.
Lisa's Movies and TV Shows
Lisa has been in many different films and television productions.
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 ... 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 | ||
| The Smurfs | Smurfette (voice) | Malay version | |
| 2013 | Ular | Myra | |
| 2014 | Despicable Me 2 | Lucy Wilde (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 | ||
| 2009 | Jangan Pandang Belakang Congkak The Series | Mustika Sudirman | Astro Warna | |
| 2010 | 3 Janda | Intan | Astro Prima | |
| 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 Shows
| 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 |
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| 2012 | Teater Tun Siti Hasmah | Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali |
Telemovies
| Year | Title | Role | TV channel |
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| 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 |
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| 2004 | "Milikku" | Zahid AF2 ft Cat Farish |
Endorsements and Commercials
Lisa Surihani has been the face of many products and 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 in acting.
| 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 |
