Zalif Sidek

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.

In this Malay name, there is no family name. The name Wan Abu Bakar Sidek is a patronymic, and the person should be referred to by the given name, Wan Zalif Naquiyuddin.
Zalif Sidek
زاليف سيدق
Born
Md Zalif Naquiyudin bin Wan Abu Bakar Sidek

(1985-08-01) 1 August 1985
Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, Malaysia
NationalityMalaysian
Occupation(s)Actor, comedian
Years active2007–present
Spouse
Anis Marzuki
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(m. 2022)​

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.'[1][2]

Zalif made his first film appearance through a side character in the comedy action film Bini-Biniku Gangster 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 Papa I Love You 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.[3] 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.[4][5] Zalif later starred in Razif Rashid's Islamic comedy film, Aji Noh Motor, which was released on 20 September 2012.[6]

He made a special appearance as Gangster Poyo in the film Langgar directed by Sein Ruffedge starring Ady Putra, Namron, Hans Isaac and Zul Huzaimy.[7] 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.[8]

Personal life

Zalif was born and raised in Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu. He previously had a relationship with actress and singer, Rafidah Ibrahim who was also a cousin to singer Siti Nurhaliza around 2012, but their relationship ended due to creative differences.[9]

Filmography

Film
Year Title Role Notes
2011 Bini-Biniku Gangster Mat Saja Debut film appearances
Papa I Love You Bahar
2012 Hantu Dalam Botol Kicap
Aji Noh Motor Noh
Aku Terima Nikahnya
Budak Pailang
2013 Ajiboy
Pada Suatu Cinta Dahulu
Langgar Gangster Poyo
Bencinta
2014 Jangan Pandang Belakang Boleh
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 Notes
2012 Paan & Paiz Paan TV3
2013 Tanah Kubur (Season 9) Sulaiman Astro Oasis Episode: "Aniaya Yatim"
2015 Ema Emyliana (Season 3) Zizi TV3
2016 Love You, Mr. Arang Fairus
2018 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 Result
2011 24th Malaysian Film Festival Best Supporting Actor Nominated
Aspiring Male Actor Nominated

References
  1. Rudy Imran Shamsudin (6 August 2017). "Aktif belakang tabir" (in Malay). Harian Metro. Retrieved 18 April 2018.
  2. Norhayati Nordin (18 December 2014). "Zalif urus sendiri" (in Malay). Harian Metro. Retrieved 18 April 2018.
  3. Nurezzatul Aqmar Mustaza (31 December 2011). "Papa I Love You Satukan Zalif, Mia dan Lisa" (in Malay). Sinar Harian. Retrieved 2 April 2014.
  4. "Bila dua sahabat asyik berkepit" (in Malay). Sinar Harian. 19 April 2012. Retrieved 20 April 2018.
  5. Budiey (25 April 2012). "Paan Paiz Lakonan Zahiril Adzim & Zalif Sidek" (in Malay). Sensasi Selebriti. Retrieved 20 April 2018.
  6. Nurrezatul Aqmar Mustaza (21 September 2012). "Aji Noh Motor, bukan sekadar komedi" (in Malay). Sinar Harian. Retrieved 20 April 2018.
  7. Raziatul Hanum A. Rajak (4 April 2013). Langgar bukan filem aksi kosong (in Malay) Sinar Harian. Retrieved 20 April 2018.
  8. Zaidi Mohamad (5 August 2017). "Zalif nekad urus sendiri kerjaya" (in Malay). Berita Harian. Retrieved 20 April 2018.
  9. Wahiduzzaman (11 December 2012). "Zalif Sidek pentingkan kerjaya berbanding Fida" (in Malay). mStar Online. Retrieved 19 April 2018.
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