About
Iconic Malaysian actor, director, songwriter, and singer responsible for 66 films and nearly 400 songs. He received a Best Comedy Award at the 6th Asian Film Festival for his work in Pendekar Bujarng Lapok.
Before Fame
He was the child of a sailor, and he studied at the Japanese Navy Academy during the WWII-era Japanese occupation of his native Malaysia.
Trivia
He spent years in Singapore, but returned to his native country before his death. His final song, "Air Mata di Kuala Lumpur" ("Tears in Kuala Lumpur"), documents his sadness about the state of his life in Malaysia.
Family Life
He was divorced twice before marrying the renowned singer, Saloma (Salmah Ismail) in 1961.
Associated With
He was a contemporary of Indian-born film actor, Rajkumar.
