Azean Irdawaty

Azean Irdawaty

Born: February 27, 1950
Died: December 17, 2013
in Alor Setar, Kedah, British Malaya (now Malaysia)
Azean Irdawaty binti Yuseoef (26/2/2010-17/12/2013) is a Malaysian singer and actress who built her recognition as a pop singer in the early 1970's and rose to her primadona fame in silver screen from late 70's to early 80's. She was born in Alor Setar,Kedah,Malaysia and would loved to be called with her nicknamed "Kak Yan".

Her career as an actress begins in her first feature Di-Belakang Tabir directed by Jins Shamsuddin. In the big screen, she had won two time awards for Best Female Actress in the 1st and 3rd Festival Filem Malaysia(FFM) through her acting as Faridah in Esok Masih Ada(1980) and Ruby/Zakiah in Langit Petang(1982). As a singer, she created a song called "Bawalah Daku Bersamamu" which later attracted her listeners in the 80's.

Through her long spanning career , she has done credit works in Mama oh Mama(1981),Perempuan(1988),Bintang Malam(1981)Sutera Putih(1996),Baginda(1997),Layar Lara(1997)and Waris Jari Hantu(2007) as well as other couple of local television dramas. Her best performance on screen would be her character Auntie Zai in Layar Lara, a third feature directed by Shuhaimi Baba. She also brought home another award Best Supporting Actress in FMM 2008 through her character Tok Wan in Waris Jari Hantu. Her final acting would also be the final feature for Yasmin Ahmad's Talentime before her passing in 2009. She would continue her work in television movies afterwards.

She died in 17 December 2013 at University of Malaya Medical Centre(PPUM) due to tumor and lymphedema disease. She was buried at Bukit Kiara Muslim Cemetery in Damansara, Kuala Lumpur.

Movies for Azean Irdawaty...

Talentime
Title: Talentime
Character: Embun
Released: March 24, 2009
Type: Movie
A talent search competition has matched two hearts - that of Melur, a Malay-mixed girl and an Indian male student, Mahesh. Melur, with her melodious voice, singing whilst playing the piano is one of the seven finalists of the Talentime competition of her school organised by Cikgu Adibah. Likewise Hafiz, enthralling with his vocalist talent while playing the guitar, divides his time between school and mother, who is hospitalised for brain tumor.
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Otai
Title: Otai
Character: Pn. Zahara
Released: October 13, 2007
Type: Movie
Aiman ​​is married with Azura for 3 years but failed to get the issue. They get pressure from Aiman​​'s father, Tan Sri Mansur, threatening that if they do not get the issue by the end of the year, all property belonging to Tan Sri Mansur will be given to orphans. Azura checked with the doctor, the results found that Azura had reproductive problems. Azura Azura decided that allows Aiman ​​married another for the purpose of getting children accompanied by 17 conditions.
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Waris Jari Hantu
Title: Waris Jari Hantu
Character: Tok Wan Rimau
Released: May 31, 2007
Type: Movie
Tok Wan Rimau, the custodian of the spiritual tiger, is searching for a female heir to inherit her powers. Tina (Maya Karin) and Ari (Rusdi Ramli) are the relatives of Tok Wan. They are also best friends. Tok Wan`s spiritual tiger protects her family and their village from harm. Tina, who is in love with Ari, nurtures her secret dream of marrying him even though the villagers often ridicule the effeminate Ari as a sissy. Deeply traumatised by these insults, Ari continues to hide behind his close relationship with Tina. Despite parental objections, Tina seems destined to be the next in line as custodian of the mystical tiger. But Ari steps in, offering himself instead.
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Main-Main Cinta
Title: Main-Main Cinta
Character: Prof. Azean
Released: February 23, 2006
Type: Movie
The famous ideal couple of Metrowealth College has been the talk of all students. They are the college idols amongst the students. But Adam’s relationship with Farah is envied by many others especially Maya a beautiful student who wants to take over Farah’s popularity. Apart from that Maya also has affections for Adam. At the same time the enrolment of a new student named Farid may disrupt Adam’s popularity. As a new student he mingles around with all kinds of people. One night Maya seduced Adam to go out with her and took intimate photos of them both to show their affection towards each other. The pictures were then distributed through e-mails and were found out by Farah which made her very jealous. The only solution to end this is by seeking revenge in trying to seduce Farid in order to make Adam jealous.
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Anak Mami Kembali
Title: Anak Mami Kembali
Character: Mak Bee
Released: November 3, 2005
Type: Movie
The film rotates the colorful life of the Piee family that consist of his daughter, Mak Bee (Azan Irdawaty) and two adorable but mischievous grandchildren, Saiful (Saiful Apek) and Ida (Waheeda). Mak Bee is a single mother that is very dominant and has a strong personality. She is very firm and conservative in the up-bringing of her two children. She is also the kind that is very particular about the family's status quo. Saiful is an oversea university graduate. He is the hip and rugged type but likes to brag about things. He is often the victim of her mother's babbling because she is unkeen of the way Saiful portray himself. Saiful has a lover, Fasha (Fasha Sandha) the daughter of Ismail (Ismail Din) and Saleha (Sheila Mambo). Saiful did not tell her mother about his relationship with Fasha because of Mak Bee dominance in controlling the family.
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Kemarau Cinta
Title: Kemarau Cinta
Released: May 5, 2005
Type: Movie
The film revolves around a village boy who returns to his home town, after seeking education in the city, to assist in the village’s development. However, his return creates a stir in the village as many refuse to accept the changes he wants to bring.
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Diva Popular
Title: Diva Popular
Character: Julia Gautiasana Larva
Released: October 24, 2004
Type: Movie
This film tells the story of artist relations upheaval old and new artists. Ena Teteye, a popular artist feels the presence of the defendant with Tasha, a new artist who is getting jumped name.
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Diva Popular
Title: Diva Popular
Released: October 24, 2004
Type: Movie
Erna Teteyye (Umie Aida), is a popular actress who has been in the show business for a long time in Malaysia, and has won numerous awards for her performances. One day, her boyfriend, Faizal (Awie) is given the opportunity to direct a new film produced by Julie (Azean), but all is thrown into chaos when Julie selects the Malaysia Fantasia winner Tasha (Ezlynn) as the heroine of the movie over Erna. Heated words are traded between Erna and Tasha as a result. However, on the night of the Berita Harian's Most Popular Artist Awards, they are both selected as the finalists for the award. Question is: who will emerge the winner in this fight?
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Laila Isabella
Title: Laila Isabella
Character: Jasmin
Released: March 27, 2003
Type: Movie
Laila is a happy go-lucky tomboy and works at a VCD shop, owned by Azam. Secretly, both Azam and Laila are in love with each other but both are loathe to be the first to say it. One day, Laila meets Johan, a dashing gentleman who has just had a fight with his very eccentric girlfriend, Mira. Johan happens to see Laila dolled up like a princess. Laila is doing a favour for Kak Bell, and models in her spare time. She is taken aback by this unsolicited attention from this man, and lies about who she really was. Hence, Isabella is born. Then, begins the adventure of Laila Isabella.
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Anaknya Sazali
Title: Anaknya Sazali
Character: Maria
Released: June 29, 2000
Type: Movie
Sazali felt humiliated by his son Farid's behaviour and took steps to lead the boy to a "normal" life by referring him to a psychiatrist and hiring the "Bomoh" to cure him. But Farid takes an overdose of the pill because of Amat and his life changes completely. Farid becomes extremely confused and shameless. Sazali's frustration leads him to begin a relentless search for the solution. But unfortunately, Sazali accidentally swallows the pill.
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Burung Besi
Title: Burung Besi
Character: My Lady
Released: January 1, 1999
Type: Movie
As you heard from its title, its not related to any metal bird in this film but focus on the activity of a black market selling remote flying planes. Azri whose hobby playing with such remoting games have been learning modifying and reconstructing the aero models out of his creativity. One day, he accidentally captured the activity of the bad guys which he had fixed it on one of his remote planes. The leader of the bad guys team was played by Azean Irdawaty. So its up to Azri and his friends to bring the bad guys activity to a halt as well as behind bars!
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Layar Lara
Title: Layar Lara
Character: Auntie Zai
Released: February 9, 1997
Type: Movie
During the trouble-plagued making of a movie in production, a spoiled young actress named Ena Manjalara learns the true meaning of friendship, respect and artistic devotion based on her dealings with the idealistic director Malik and the production assistant Daud, whom she initially seduces. Daud is also related to Zai, a former old movie idol who is now destitute and losing her grip on reality.
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Gemerlapan
Title: Gemerlapan
Character: Puan Habibah
Released: January 1, 1997
Type: Movie
Pam intends to sabotage Mimi and her friends participation in a singing competition but Wara spills the beans. In retaliation they give Pam a drug which makes him loses his memory. Mimi and her friends’ performance is applauded while Pam’s is ridiculed on stage because he forgets the lyrics of his songs. Pam is upset and he destroys the electric guitar and a drum belonging to Nell’s band. Nell has to make do with an acoustics guitar. Mimi and her friends emerge as winners but they offer to share trophy with Nell.
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Baginda
Title: Baginda
Character: Azian
Released: January 1, 1997
Type: Movie
Teacher Azian determined to improve his image College which he inherited from his late uncle, especially when he is challenged by Grill Master. College underwent many changes that are not really supported by teachers and students. With determination and encouragement Teacher Shukri, volleyball team succeeded in bringing back the glory to the teacher Azian kolej.Saksikan whether successful or not make changes to his college ..?
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Sutera Putih
Title: Sutera Putih
Character: Shalin
Released: February 21, 1996
Type: Movie
Rin makes singing as a side career, although he has high academic qualifications. His career has come to fruition in which he has made his name as a singer. After his mother's death, he seems to lose direction and purpose in life. His father Datuk Rahim was a successful entrepreneur and at the same time wants his son to follow in his footsteps to help run the business. Rin close friends with a mechanic who has his own workshop.
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Amelia
Title: Amelia
Character: Najihah
Released: January 1, 1996
Type: Movie
Amelia acquainted with Fandy. Peters mother Amelia Amelia wants to match with Jeff, son of his cousin, but was stopped by his father. Aminuddin, Amelia's father and told him to meet Fandy Fandy and hope to marry Amelia. Fandy disappointed and went to the outside and this led Amelia agreed to marry Jill. Amelia infected with AIDS of Jeffery. Jeffery died in the accident. Fandy amends by marrying Amelia.
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Popular Bride
Title: Popular Bride
Released: June 1, 1994
Type: Movie
describing the artist's life at that time, the marital side besides the dispute between the old artist and the new artist.
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Bintang Malam
Title: Bintang Malam
Character: Ibu Ayam
Released: June 15, 1991
Type: Movie
Shima and Haslin (Aishah) are trapped in a world of prostitution led by Farouk and his right-hand man Kassim, who is also Shima's stepfather.
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Langit Petang
Title: Langit Petang
Character: Ruby
Released: February 5, 1982
Type: Movie
Hafiz is a young journalist who tries to help his girlfriend, Ruby, to overcome her bad and traumatic childhood experiences. On the other hand, Arif, a farmer, is struggling to prevent his plot of land from being acquired by land developer. The developer tries very hard to make him give up the property by sending his men to harassed and vandalized the land.
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Perjanjian Syaitan
Title: Perjanjian Syaitan
Character: Ribut
Released: January 1, 1981
Type: Movie
Tambun kills Tok Kadim, the head of a village, and tells the villagers that he died in an accident. The mourning villagers then appoint Tambun as the Penghulu, which sets off a storm of terrible incidents…
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Mama Oh Mama
Title: Mama Oh Mama
Character: Rohani
Released: January 1, 1981
Type: Movie
Mama Oh Mama is a Malay movie released in Malaysia in 1981. Film Mama Oh Mama issued in the form of color film . Film Mama Oh Mama was released in 1981 in theaters across the country . Showing Dharma Aaron A. Rahman Aminuddin , Azean Irdawaty , Sharifah and many others .
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Esok Masih Ada
Title: Esok Masih Ada
Character: Faridah
Released: January 1, 1979
Type: Movie
Successful police officer ASP Zamri fails to build a happy home. His only child succumbs to leukimia and his life falls apart. Then, he meets Marina daughter of Mr. Cheong, a banker whom he had saved from a robbery cum hostage attempt. In time, Zamri’s frienship with Marina develops into love. Marina is somehow connected to Albert., who in turn is close to Ramon., the leader of the bank robber’s gang. Out of sympathy for ASP Zamri who longs for another child, Mr Cheong convinces Marina to marry the Asp Zamri, but her mother does not bless their marriage. Zamri and Marina are blessed with a son, Jefri, who placed in the care of Faridah, Zamri’s first wife. ASP Zamri spends most of his time with Faridah and Jefri. As a result, Marina starts to feel lonely.
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Di Belakang Tabir
Title: Di Belakang Tabir
Released: January 1, 1970
Type: Movie
Osman was released after serving a prison sentence of ten years for the murder he did not commit. Two young men, Ali and Hassan Osman arrested after he came out of prison and taken to meet with their leader, Karim. Osman beaten unconscious and thrown into the river. ASP Azman was assigned to investigate the matter. Faridah, wife ASP Azman Osman when he stumbled upon a chance to clinics treating the injured Osman. Osman suspect that Faridah actually is Hamidah, his girlfriend before the first imprisonment. Hamidah Osman tried to prove that being disguised as Faridah, and all that happens is related to a group led by Karim. ASP Azman also suspect his wife who behaves like a concealer after Osman presence.