Enter Frame

Season 1 Finale - The Wrap-Up | Bonus Episode

"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. From veteran legends to rising stars, we revisit the stories that moved us and the lessons that redefined how we see the craft. Thank you for joining us on this journey through Season 1. Whether you’re an actor, a fan, or just someone who loves a good story, we hope these conversations have inspired you to 'enter frame' in your own life. Catch our podcast on these platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2F9iGrsR5trIU2kV9XHjCV?si=72llu17SRi6DJS4hI4MKmw [https://open.spotify.com/show/2F9iGrsR5trIU2kV9XHjCV?si=72llu17SRi6DJS4hI4MKmw] Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-frame/id1857513545 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-frame/id1857513545] YouTube Podcasts - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJvBaxSQC7APfcWZIGfGIWdefbhJoX2eR&si=qDH4LvGBVUMGDiwB [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJvBaxSQC7APfcWZIGfGIWdefbhJoX2eR&si=qDH4LvGBVUMGDiwB] melisten - https://www.melisten.sg/podcast/playlist/enter-frame-3101911 [https://www.melisten.sg/podcast/playlist/enter-frame-3101911] Follow us on social media: Najip Ali - https://www.instagram.com/akunajipali/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/akunajipali/?hl=en] Sharon Ismail - https://www.instagram.com/sharonismail/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/sharonismail/?hl=en] Enter Frame Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/enterframepodcast/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/enterframepodcast/?hl=en] Enter Frame TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@enterframepodcast?_r=1&_t=ZS-91iUEjvb7qM [https://www.tiktok.com/@enterframepodcast?_r=1&_t=ZS-91iUEjvb7qM] Chapter Markers/Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction  00:15 - The Purpose Behind Enter Frame 05:11 - The Trust Created Between the Hosts & Guests 06:08 - The Success of Season 1 07:50 - Segue 08:02 - The Start of Every Actor’s Journey 08:40 - Sharon’s Start in the Industry 09:58 - Najip’s Start in the Industry 10:24 - Our Guests’ Start in the Industry Highlights 15:23 - The Takeaways from The Guests’ Start in the Industry 17:49 - Advice for Young Artistes 20:20 - The Powerful Tool of Collaboration 23:53 - Who Sharon Drew Her Inspirations From  26:40 - What I Know For Sure About The Industry 28:10 - What Our Guests Know For Sure About The Industry 30:24 - Our Hopes for the Enter Frame Podcast 31:53 - Moving Forward for Season 2 33:02 - Highlights of the Season Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow, and share if you enjoy our content. This podcast is in collaboration with Ngee Ann Poly School of Film & Media Studies. For collaborations, partnerships, or feedback, reach us at theenterframe@gmail.com

The Hard-Won Wisdom with Rafaat Hamzah | Enter Frame Ep 9

“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 choosing to live with no regrets, recognizing every past challenge as a critical part of his present success. Hear about his inspiring achievements in the industry and his vibrant outlook as he continues to build a meaningful, creative legacy. Catch our podcast on these platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2F9iGrsR5trIU2kV9XHjCV?si=72llu17SRi6DJS4hI4MKmw [https://open.spotify.com/show/2F9iGrsR5trIU2kV9XHjCV?si=72llu17SRi6DJS4hI4MKmw] Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-frame/id1857513545 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-frame/id1857513545] YouTube Podcasts - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJvBaxSQC7APfcWZIGfGIWdefbhJoX2eR&si=qDH4LvGBVUMGDiwB [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJvBaxSQC7APfcWZIGfGIWdefbhJoX2eR&si=qDH4LvGBVUMGDiwB] melisten - https://www.melisten.sg/podcast/playlist/enter-frame-3101911 [https://www.melisten.sg/podcast/playlist/enter-frame-3101911] Follow us on social media: Najip Ali - https://www.instagram.com/akunajipali/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/akunajipali/?hl=en] Sharon Ismail - https://www.instagram.com/sharonismail/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/sharonismail/?hl=en] Enter Frame Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/enterframepodcast/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/enterframepodcast/?hl=en] Enter Frame TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@enterframepodcast?_r=1&_t=ZS-91iUEjvb7qM [https://www.tiktok.com/@enterframepodcast?_r=1&_t=ZS-91iUEjvb7qM] Rafaat hamzah Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rafaat_haji_hamzah/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/rafaat_haji_hamzah/?hl=en] Chapter Markers/Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction  04:01 - How did He Get His Start in the Industry? 12:32 - When He Realised His Talent Was Being Recognised 16:22 - The Moment Where He Slipped 22:35 - His Advice to His Younger Self 23:54 - His Experience During That Dark Period of His Life 29:52 - How His Family Played a Part in His Life 31:37 - The First Step He Took To Change  35:06 - His Regrets in Life 36:15 - Segue 36:27 - Choice of 2 Shows 40:07 - His Role in Bidadari 41:37 - His Role in Dian 3 43:21 - His Approach to Acting  45:07 - How He Separates His Character from Himself In Real Life  46:32 - Questions from Ngee Ann Polytechnic Students  51:03 - Has He Ever Been Critical of a Script as a Writer Himself 54:18 - What Motivates Him to Keep Writing 56:47 - Writers Being Sentimental with Their Words 59:39 - What Does He Want to Achieve in His Career 01:01:02 - Episode Takeaways 01:05:11 - Closing Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow, and share if you enjoy our content. This podcast is in collaboration with Ngee Ann Poly School of Film & Media Studies. For collaborations, partnerships, or feedback, reach us at theenterframe@gmail.com

Jack of All Trades, Master of Which One? with Izzat Yusoff | Enter Frame Ep 8

“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 language, and how this intimate understanding transforms his approach when he steps behind the camera. Discover why the director's best secret weapon is being able to appreciate the performance like the first audience on set. Catch our podcast on these platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2F9iGrsR5trIU2kV9XHjCV?si=72llu17SRi6DJS4hI4MKmw [https://open.spotify.com/show/2F9iGrsR5trIU2kV9XHjCV?si=72llu17SRi6DJS4hI4MKmw] Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-frame/id1857513545 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-frame/id1857513545] YouTube Podcasts - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJvBaxSQC7APfcWZIGfGIWdefbhJoX2eR&si=qDH4LvGBVUMGDiwB [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJvBaxSQC7APfcWZIGfGIWdefbhJoX2eR&si=qDH4LvGBVUMGDiwB] melisten - https://www.melisten.sg/podcast/playlist/enter-frame-3101911 [https://www.melisten.sg/podcast/playlist/enter-frame-3101911] Follow us on social media: Najip Ali - https://www.instagram.com/akunajipali/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/akunajipali/?hl=en] Sharon Ismail - https://www.instagram.com/sharonismail/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/sharonismail/?hl=en] Enter Frame Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/enterframepodcast/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/enterframepodcast/?hl=en] Enter Frame TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@enterframepodcast?_r=1&_t=ZS-91iUEjvb7qM [https://www.tiktok.com/@enterframepodcast?_r=1&_t=ZS-91iUEjvb7qM] Izzat Yusoff Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tazzi/ [https://www.instagram.com/tazzi/] Chapter Markers/Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction  02:29 - How did He Get His Start in the Industry? 03:53 - His Values & Discipline He Learned in Theatre 06:00 - The Pivotal Moment To Explore Different Roles  07:39 - How He Compartmentalise His Mind To Take On Different Roles 10:24 - How He Chooses His Projects 15:35 - Izzat Yusoff as a Director 20:00 - Segue 20:12 - Choice of 2 Shows 21:39 - His Role in Dua Wajah 25:59 - His Role in Cuci 28:37 - Where Did He Learn and Hone His Craft 32:25 - His Own Style of Acting & Directing 35:45 - What Sparks His Inspiration  37:25 - His Approach to Get Into Character 44:13  - Questions from Ngee Ann Polytechnic Students  47:06 - Staying Relevant in the Industry 59:34 - What Has He Learned For Sure About This Industry 01:00:26 - Episode Takeaways 01:01:58  - Upcoming Projects 01:02:54 - Closing Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow, and share if you enjoy our content. This podcast is in collaboration with Ngee Ann Poly School of Film & Media Studies. For collaborations, partnerships, or feedback, reach us at theenterframe@gmail.com

The Creative Grind & Facing ‘Puaka’ with Suzairhe Sumari | Enter Frame Ep 7

“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 necessity of pursuing different avenues in the entertainment industry—from acting gigs to hosting his own show—as a strategy for longevity. Suzairhe shares his breakthrough moment: realising the necessity of reaching out for help to successfully launch a new venture like his podcast. Plus, he shares an extraordinary personal account from his acting days, revealing how he dealt with the challenges of supernatural experiences while trying to build his podcast, Puaka.  Catch our podcast on these platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2F9iGrsR5trIU2kV9XHjCV?si=72llu17SRi6DJS4hI4MKmw [https://open.spotify.com/show/2F9iGrsR5trIU2kV9XHjCV?si=72llu17SRi6DJS4hI4MKmw] Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-frame/id1857513545 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-frame/id1857513545] YouTube Podcasts - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJvBaxSQC7APfcWZIGfGIWdefbhJoX2eR&si=qDH4LvGBVUMGDiwB [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJvBaxSQC7APfcWZIGfGIWdefbhJoX2eR&si=qDH4LvGBVUMGDiwB] melisten - https://www.melisten.sg/podcast/playlist/enter-frame-3101911 [https://www.melisten.sg/podcast/playlist/enter-frame-3101911] Follow us on social media: Najip Ali - https://www.instagram.com/akunajipali/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/akunajipali/?hl=en] Sharon Ismail - https://www.instagram.com/sharonismail/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/sharonismail/?hl=en] Enter Frame Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/enterframepodcast/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/enterframepodcast/?hl=en] Enter Frame TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@enterframepodcast?_r=1&_t=ZS-91iUEjvb7qM [https://www.tiktok.com/@enterframepodcast?_r=1&_t=ZS-91iUEjvb7qM] Suzairhe Sumari Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/suzairhe/ [https://www.instagram.com/suzairhe/] Puaka Podcast YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnIDv3-84s0z098Gli1-CabLYJ3en9vde&si=QchhEizFgAabYmD9 [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnIDv3-84s0z098Gli1-CabLYJ3en9vde&si=QchhEizFgAabYmD9] Spotify -  https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wrviaa86gttXqE7gg4VSk?si=3dde4e521e764051 [https://open.spotify.com/show/3Wrviaa86gttXqE7gg4VSk?si=3dde4e521e764051] Chapter Markers/Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction  03:45 - How did He Get His Start in the Industry? 05:31 - How He Kickstarted His Podcast 07:15 - The Biggest Challenge Doing Podcast  08:46 - How He Measures The Success of His Podcast 10:08 - The Stamina and Consistency in Doing Podcast  10:54 - Supernatural Experience on Set  13:37 - The Most Interesting Stories Shared by His Podcast Guests 14:51 - The Aspect of Monetisation for the Podcast 15:50 - The Fulfilment He Gets Doing Podcast 16:37 - Has He Ever Regretted Doing His Podcast? 17:54 - Segue 18:13 - Choice of 2 Shows 18:54 - His Role in Anak Metropolitan 22:05 - His Role in Bidadari 27:01 - His Advice to Young Artiste 28:08 - His Dream Role 29:32 - Questions from Ngee Ann Polytechnic Students  33:20 - His Experience in the SAF Music & Drama Company 39:12 - The Legacy He Wants to Leave Behind 40:07 - The Biggest Challenge in the Industry 43:19 - What Has He Learned For Sure About This Industry 46:40 - Episode Takeaways 47:08 - Upcoming Projects 48:39 - Closing Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow, and share if you enjoy our content. This podcast is in collaboration with Ngee Ann Poly School of Film & Media Studies. For collaborations, partnerships, or feedback, reach us at theenterframe@gmail.com

Unlearned & Unstoppable with Fir Rahman | Enter Frame Ep 6

“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 Cannes Film Festival. Plus, we explore his versatile career, contrasting the demands of TV acting versus theatre, and how he stays relevant in the ever-evolving Singapore film industry.  Catch our podcast on these platforms: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2F9iGrsR5trIU2kV9XHjCV?si=72llu17SRi6DJS4hI4MKmw [https://open.spotify.com/show/2F9iGrsR5trIU2kV9XHjCV?si=72llu17SRi6DJS4hI4MKmw] Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-frame/id1857513545 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-frame/id1857513545] YouTube Podcasts - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJvBaxSQC7APfcWZIGfGIWdefbhJoX2eR&si=qDH4LvGBVUMGDiwB [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJvBaxSQC7APfcWZIGfGIWdefbhJoX2eR&si=qDH4LvGBVUMGDiwB] melisten - https://www.melisten.sg/podcast/playlist/enter-frame-3101911 [https://www.melisten.sg/podcast/playlist/enter-frame-3101911] Follow us on social media: Najip Ali - https://www.instagram.com/akunajipali/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/akunajipali/?hl=en] Sharon Ismail - https://www.instagram.com/sharonismail/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/sharonismail/?hl=en] Enter Frame Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/enterframepodcast/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/enterframepodcast/?hl=en] Enter Frame TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@enterframepodcast?_r=1&_t=ZS-91iUEjvb7qM [https://www.tiktok.com/@enterframepodcast?_r=1&_t=ZS-91iUEjvb7qM] Fir Rahman: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fir_rahman/ [https://www.instagram.com/fir_rahman/] Chapter Markers/Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction  03:09 - Why He’s an Introvert 03:49 - How did He Get His Start in the Industry? 06:17 - What He Likes About The Process 08:14 - What Has Theatre Taught Him  10:50 - The Experience in TV  13:26 - His Experience Doing Film 14:39 - His Self-Discovery Through Acting  19:48 - His Experience Working in a Foreign Production 26:58 - His Experience in Cannes Film Festival for Apprentice  32:12 - Segue  32:24 - Choice of 2 Shows 33:49 - His Role in Papa Pilot 37:35 - His Role in Operandi Gerhana 40:10 - Getting to Play Major Roles 44:44 - His Personal Metric to Measure His Achievements 45:41 - Questions from Ngee Ann Polytechnic Students  49:31 - What Excites You About The Industry 51:00 - His Work On Suria & Channel 5 53:47 - What Has He Learned For Sure About This Industry 55:51 - His Appearance in Berani Lakon as a Mentor  57:15 - Upcoming Projects 57:51 - Episode Takeaways 58:58 - Closing Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow, and share if you enjoy our content. This podcast is in collaboration with Ngee Ann Poly School of Film & Media Studies. For collaborations, partnerships, or feedback, reach us at theenterframe@gmail.com [theenterframe@gmail.com]