Md Zalif Naquiyudin Wan Abu Bakar Sidek (born 1 August 1985) is a Malaysian actor and comedian, best known for his acting roles in television, film and commercials.
Career Before starting his acting career, Zalif first ventured into commercial acting around 2007. In 2008, he joined KRU Studios as a Promotion Executive. Despite working at KRU Studios, Zalif still spends some time on advertising. Among the advertisements he has made are Panadol Soluble Actifast and the DiGi mascot with yellow costumes and Astro First 'ambassadors.'
Zalif made his first film appearance through a side character in the comedy action film directed by Ismail Bob Hashim. He was entrusted by director Hashim Rejab to succeed in the lead role with Lisa Surihani and Mia Sara Nasuha in the film which was released on 29 December 2011, revolving around the love and dilemma faced by a single father towards his daughter after his wife's death. The following year, Zalif was paired with Zahiril Adzim in the comedy series, Paan dan Paiz directed by Shahrulezad Mohameddin with a script written by Shamsull Hashim, telling the story of two close friends, Paan and Paiz who have known each others since childhood. Zalif later starred in Razif Rashid's Islamic comedy film, , which was released on 20 September 2012.
He made a special appearance as Gangster Poyo in the film directed by Sein Ruffedge starring Ady Putra, Namron, Hans Isaac and Zul Huzaimy.Raziatul Hanum A. Rajak (4 April 2013). Langgar bukan filem aksi kosong Sinar Harian. Retrieved 20 April 2018. Zalif left Metrowealth Pictures after his contract expired and decided to manage his career on his own because he was confident that experience would help him stand stronger.
Personal life Zalif was born and raised in Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu. Married to Anis Marzuki and now had a daughter and a son.
Filmography
Film Year Title Role Notes2011 Bini-Biniku Gangster Mat Saja Debut film appearances Papa I Love You Bahar2012 Hantu Dalam Botol KicapEpul Aji Noh Motor Noh Aku Terima Nikahnya Budak Pailang2013 AjiboyMat Saja Pada Suatu Cinta DahuluRudy Langgar Gangster Poyo BencintaAmin Blur2014 Jangan Pandang Belakang BolehDharma Lu, Gua, Bro! Yu 2015 Keranda Tok Wan Terbang Young Tok Wan 2020 Miimaland Eric 2021 Selamat Hari X Jadi Boboi
Drama Year Title Role TV channel Notes2011Mistik Alam Hitam Astro Ria & Astro PrimaEpisode: "Kalung Puaka" 2012 Paan & Paiz Paan TV3 2013 Tanah Kubur (Season 9) Ali Astro Oasis Episode: "Aniaya Yatim" 2015 Ema Emyliana (Season 3) ZiziTV3 2016 Love You, Mr. Arang Fairus2018 Sejuta Rasa Buat Adelia Zubir Astro Ria Budak Usin Hud TV3 Destinasi Ukhuwah Erwan TV1 2020 Degup Cinta Amran Astro Ria
Commercial Year Commercial 2007 DiGi 2011 Astro First 2017 Expedia KFC Wonda Coffee Panadol Soluble Actifast 2021 Extra Joss
Awards and nominations Year Award Category Result201124th Malaysian Film Festival Best Supporting Actor Aspiring Male Actor
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