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Datuk Remy Ishak
DPSM
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Remy Ishak at a Dashing Roadshow event.
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Mohammad Zalimei bin Ishak
April 11, 1982 |
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| Years active | 2005–present |
| Spouse(s) |
Datin Roszaliza @ Ezza Yusof
(m. 2021) |
| Children | 1 |
Remy Ishak (born Mohammad Zalimei bin Ishak on April 11, 1982) is a famous actor from Malaysia. He is known for his many roles in movies and television shows. Many people know him by his stage name, Remy Ishak.
He was born in Melaka, Malaysia. His acting career began in 2006 when a director named Osman Ali gave him his first chance in the film industry. He became very popular after starring in the TV drama Nur Kasih in 2009. He also played the main character in the 2018 movie Pulang.
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Personal Life
Remy Ishak is married to a businesswoman named Roszaliza "Ezza" Yusof. They got married on August 21, 2021, at the Masjid Negara. The couple has one child.
Career Highlights
Remy Ishak has had a long and successful career in acting. He has played many different characters, from heroes to villains, in dramas and action movies.
Rise to Fame
Remy's big break came with the TV series Nur Kasih. He played the role of Adam, and the show was a huge hit in Malaysia. This role made him a household name and won him the "Most Popular TV Actor" award in 2010. The show was so popular that it was also made into a movie, Nur Kasih The Movie, where he played Adam again.
Major Movie Roles
Over the years, Remy has starred in many important films. In Pulang, he played a sailor named Othman who travels the world, a role that earned him much praise. He also showed his action skills in movies like Evolusi KL Drift 2 and the award-winning film Sangkar, where he played a mixed martial arts fighter.
He has also been in family-friendly movies. He was the voice of a character named Bo in the animated movie Upin & Ipin: Jeng Jeng Jeng!. In 2025, he is set to play the superhero Keluang Man in a new movie based on the classic Malaysian cartoon.
Honours
In 2024, Remy Ishak was given a special title for his contributions to the arts in Malaysia. He received the title of Datuk, which is a high honour in the country.
Malacca
Companion Class II of the Exalted Order of Malacca (DPSM) – Datuk (2024)
Selected Filmography
Remy Ishak has appeared in dozens of movies and TV shows. Here are some of his most well-known works.
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2007 | Anak Halal | Shah | His first film role. |
| 2010 | Evolusi KL Drift 2 | ASP Kamal | A popular action movie. |
| 2011 | Nur Kasih The Movie | Adam | A movie based on the hit TV series. |
| 2012 | 29 Februari | Budi | A unique film where the character only ages every four years. |
| 2016 | Upin & Ipin: Jeng Jeng Jeng! | Bo | A movie based on the famous cartoon. |
| 2018 | Pulang | Othman | A major role that won him critical acclaim. |
| 2019 | Sangkar | Johan 'Jedi' Kamaruddin | Won "Best Supporting Actor" at the Malaysia Film Festival for this role. |
| 2025 | Keluang Man | Shamsir | Playing the main character in a superhero movie. |
Television Series
| Year | Title | Role | TV channel | Notes |
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| 2009 | Nur Kasih | Adam | TV3 | His breakthrough role. |
| 2011 | Tahajjud Cinta | Solahudin | TV3 | A popular religious drama. |
| 2017 | Kekasih Paksa Rela | Adham | TV3 | A highly-rated drama series. |
| 2018 | Pujaan Hati Kanda | Megat Danish / Danny | TV3 | A very popular romantic comedy. |
| 2019–2021 | Keluarga Baha Don | Jo Don | Viu | A comedy series on a streaming service. |
Awards and Achievements
Throughout his career, Remy Ishak has been recognized with many awards for his acting talent. He has won the Most Popular TV Actor award twice at the Anugerah Bintang Popular. He also won Best Actor at the Skrin Awards for the movie Cun!.
For his role in the movie Sangkar, he won Best Supporting Actor at the prestigious Malaysia Film Festival. These awards show that he is not only popular with fans but also respected by critics for his skill.
