KUALA LUMPUR: Ms Puiyi, a 24-year-old influencer, DJ, and film actress debuting in the movie "Pulau," is willing to start from the bottom to become a great actress, despite her immense popularity on social platforms such as Instagram with 22.3 million followers worldwide.
Ms Puiyi, whose real name is Siew Pui Yi admitted that her social media fame might have intimidated local production companies from offering her acting roles or auditions due to the sensational nature of her online presence.
However, she expressed gratitude to the producer of "Pulau," Fred Chong, for taking a bold step and giving her a chance.
"During the filming of "Pulau," nobody knew that I desired a change. Before Pulau, no one was willing to give me an opportunity for an audition," she said.
She acknowledged that her social media stardom has somewhat limited her opportunities to showcase her acting talent. Nevertheless, she is determined to convince local production companies to cast her in their projects.
She said her journey in the local entertainment industry has been challenging over the past six months, but she remains dedicated to promoting her name to potential producers.
"If there are projects that require me to attend acting classes, I am willing to give my best commitment," she said.
Besides Malaysia, Ms Puiyi has been actively establishing her presence in the entertainment industry elsewhere, particularly in the United States, Europe, and Asia.