KUALA LUMPUR: After announcing his retirement from acting, Paskal and Malbatt: Misi Bakara action hero Hairul Azreen is now a Selangor Red Giants Esports team player.
Sharing on TikTok recently, Hairul expressed his gratitude for being accepted into the team and promised to do his best as a player.
"After I quit acting I was selected to be a professional player for the Selangor Red Giants Esports team.
"I'm a midfielder and a reserve. I will do my best. See you in February 2025," he said.
Many netizens welcomed Hairul's newfound job and wished him all the best.
"Congratulations, Hairul. You'll make a great player and all your years of being an action hero will now be put to great use in the beautiful game," said a fan of Hairul identified as Sam.