Siti Nurhaliza Premieres on HISTORY™ & HISTORY HD

Dato’ Siti Nurhaliza Premieres on HISTORY™ and HISTORY HD
Premieres Wednesday, 11 January, 10PM on HISTORY™ and HISTORY HD

HISTORY™ will premiere a special biography on 11 January, 2012 on HISTORY™ on Astro Channel 555 and HISTORY HD on Astro Channel 575. This one hour biography, Siti Nurhaliza documents the life of the iconic songstress from her early childhood years through adulthood and her rise to fame.

The multi-talented Dato’ Siti Nurhaliza is a record producer, song writer, television presenter and recently an entrepreneur with her own line of beauty products called SimplySiti. Early July this year, she won her 10th Regional Most Popular Artiste in a row beating other fellow artists from Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore.

From the tender age of nine Siti discovered the meaning of providing for her family after having gone through a series of hardships. Her prowess in the vocal department captured her listeners from the onset and when Siti won the Bintang RTM in 1995, record companies were already bidding for her. Her eponymous debut album – Siti Nurhaliza was released in 1996. Siti only 16 at the time may have appeared naïve, but she was rooted in her principles. Against industry standards and expectations, Siti stood her ground and set principles driven limitations to much criticism. Siti juggled work and school at the beginning of her career and nearly did not compete in a popular awards show, Juara Lagu that eventually turned Siti into an overnight star. After Juara Lagu 1996 there was no stopping her. School was over and career took centre stage. Siti’s rural image and taste drew attention throughout her career. Like in many things Siti overcame it by improving herself and by sticking to her principles.

The documentary explores further the life of this successful songstress through interviews with her family members and personalities from the industry, such as Rozi Abdul Razak – Sister In Law/Manager, Najip Ali, Jennifer Thompson, Zainal Alam kadir, Adnan Abu Hassan, Nurul Shukor, Michael Ong, Christian Alexanda and Bryan Buoro.

“Siti’s story is one that is truly inspirational. She is indeed one of Malaysia’s treasures and we are honored to have her story produced and aired on HISTORY™ and HISTORY HD” said Chris Humphrey, Executive Producer for AETN All Asia Networks.

Siti Nurhaliza will premiere on January 11, 2012 @ 10 pm exclusively on HISTORY™ (Astro Channel 555) and HISTORY HD (Astro Channel 575)

Encore Telecast Details:
11 January 2012 Wednesday 10 pm
12 January 2012 Thursday 8 pm
14 January 2012 Saturday 6 pm
15 January 2012 Sunday 9 pm

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About RED COMMUNICATIONS SDN. BHD.
Red Communications Sdn. Bhd. was set up in 1999 as a Production House with a mission to inspire change through innovative content. The company’s strength is its people power; dedicated producers who deliver projects and creative talent that will ensure new and exciting ideas. Red Communications has built its reputation over the years as a leading Production House in entertainment and informative content specializing in Women, Children and Youth Issues.
In 2004, a subsidiary company for filmmaking called Red Films was formed. It focuses on creating the business entity that authors the activities of independent film makers & directors. It produces movies to be marketed through the traditional avenues of distribution in the theater circuit, videogram and terrestrial TV and new alternative media.

Biographies:
Chris Humphrey – Executive Producer, AETN All Asia Networks
Chris Humphrey is a British born TV producer based in Singapore. After working for a BBC magazine in London, Chris taught English and music to secondary school students in and around his home town of Cambridge UK. It was after working as a travel writer that Chris came to Singapore in 1998 and set up his own production company. He has produced for Discovery Channel and National Geographic Channel before joining AETN All Asia Networks as Executive Producer in 2008, following 10 years of television production

LINA TAN – EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of Siti Nurhaliza
Upon graduating with a Film and Television degree from USM (Malaysia Science University) in 1991, Lina entered into the world of television commercial production, working in production houses in Malaysia as a Producer.

In 1999, Lina founded Red Communications Sdn Bhd to focus on creating innovative and meaningful content. She has created a variety of television programs and commercials, specializing in youth, kids and women issues. Lina believes that content can provide entertainment for the masses and yet be socially responsible, making her company’s mission to inspire change through innovative content. This is evident by the range of creative work produced in Red Communications and the Awards received for it.

BERNARD CHAULY – DIRECTOR of Siti Nurhaliza
Bernard Chauly is a Malaysian Film Director who aspires to have eclectic style to tackle diverse stories. Pisau Cukur (2009) not just opened to rave reviews but was the #1 film at the box-office in Malaysia on its opening weekend. His debut feature film, Gol & Gincu (Goalposts & Lipsticks, 2005) was also a critical success and won Best Film as voted by the audience at Festival Filem Malaysia, 2006. Goodbye Boys (2006), a semi-autobiographical, coming-of-age film was well received as a digital film and had its festival premier at the Tokyo International Film Festival 2006 where it competed for Best Asian Film.

Siti Nurhaliza
Premieres January 11, Wednesday at 10PM
Siti Nurhaliza is a household name in the Nusantara Region. Her talent is celebrated beyond Malaysian shores and she has been awarded many times over. The first half of this Pahang gem’s life wasn’t always easy. By the age of nine Siti understood the meaning of providing for her family.

Siti Nurhaliza’s prowess in the vocal department captured her listeners even from a young age. When Siti won Bintang RTM 1995, record companies were bidding for her. Her eponymous debut album- Siti Nurhaliza was released in 1996, however the response was slow at first. Siti only 16 at the time may have appeared naïve, but she was rooted in her principles. Against industry standards and expectations, Siti stood her ground and set principles driven limitations to much criticism. Siti juggled work and school at the beginning of her career and nearly did not compete in a popular awards show, Juara Lagu that eventually turned Siti into an overnight star. After Juara Lagu 1996 there was no stopping her. School was over and career took centre stage.

Siti’s rural image and taste drew attention throughout her career. Like in many things Siti overcome it by improving herself and by sticking to her principles. Siti’s father’s decision in not signing for Artist and Management with her record label meant that the family could manage her. Under the management of her brother and sister in law, Siti’s career bloomed. By 1997 Siti Nurhaliza had a remarkable breakthrough in Indonesia. Her participation in international competitions and events had also given rise to her name in parts of Asia.

When Siti finally found the man of her life, she faced disapprovals from those who backed her up, although she eventually won her family over, her fans were harder to convince. Siti expressed her feelings the best way she knew, whether she has won back support from all her fans or not, Siti continues to wow her audience with her sounds and stories.

INTERVIEWEES IN PROGRAM

Siti Nurhaliza Tarudin – Malaysian singer
Siti Nurhaliza Tarudin was born 11 January 1979 is a Malaysian singer, songwriter, record producer, television presenter and businesswoman. To date, she has garnered more than 200 local awards as well as international awards. She rose to fame as a multiple-platinum selling artist, since her winning of Bintang HMI 1995 when she was only 16 where she was given offers in form of singing contract from four different international recording companies. Her first single, Jerat Percintaan from her debut album won the 11th Anugerah Juara Lagu and another two awards for Best Performance and Best Ballad. Siti is known to be a formidable and successful and well-known businesswoman in Malaysia. She currently tops the list of the ‘Richest Artistes’ in Malaysia.

Rozi Abdul Razak – Sister in law and Manager
Rozi Abdul Razak is Siti Nurhaliza’s sister in law. She is also Siti Nurhaliza’s manager and also her personal assistant. Co-founder of Siti Nurhaliza Production. She is also Siti Nurhaliza’s best friend since young; they went to the same school.

Najip Ali – Musician and TV personality
Mohd Najip Bin Ali is a musician and TV personality better known as Najip Ali. He became a household name for being the wacky host of the TV programme Asia Bagus in the 1990s. Being a trendsetter, Najip was entrusted by Suria, the Singapore Malay Channel to produce and host its first ever talk show. Dubbed Kopi O Teh Tarik, the show made waves for its 5 seasons here and was the most watched programme on the Suria channel. Its final season won Najip the recognition of being the Best Producer/Director for a variety programme.

Jennifer Thompson – Awards Producer
Jennifer Thompson is an AIM Awards Producer. AIM stands for Anugerah Industri Muzik (AIM) Malaysia’s version of the “Grammy” Awards were created to recognize music excellence. The event, which is in its 17th year, has succeeded in being one of the most recognized award shows in the region.

Zainal Alam Kadir – Journalist, Writer, Producer
Zainal Alam Kadir is from Johor, studied at UiTM Shah Alam. He used to be a writer and journalist for NST and also Malay Mail. He had had a few talent backgrounds, such as a singer & actor in theatre and film. He also recorded a song named Bukan Ini Bukan Itu, and Duniaku. He is currently producing and hosting a TV show.

Adnan Abu Hassan – Composer & Musician
Adnan Abu Hassan is a Kedah born Malaysian composer and musician. He is considered to be among of the top notch individuals developing the Malaysian music industry. Soon after the graduation, he became the A&R Director (CBS Records), Managing Director of Happy Records and Suria Records. Soon he became the Director of A&R BMG Music and Delima Records.

Nurul Shukor – Make-up Artist
Nurul Shukor was born in Mallaca. He first stepped to KL since 17 years ago. Siti Nurhaliza name was like a golden mountain for him. He was asked by Jelita Magazine (Berita Publishing) to do make up for the cover girl. Siti Nurhaliza has been chosen to be a cover girl after winning the first place in Juara Lagu TV3. Starting from here, his name is very synonym with Sti Nurhaliza.

Michael Ong – Fashion designer
Michael’s affinity towards fashion and arts began simmering as early as 5 years old. At 17 years old, Michael got lucky and found work at a local boutique. For 4 years, Michael devoured every single stitch and scrap he could uncover in the art of being a clothier. In 1991, his passion paid off. At barely 21, Michael was invited to showcase his talent at the first Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board Fashion Gala.

Christian Alexanda – singer & composer
Cristian Alexanda is an Australian R&B singer from Perth. In 2003/04, he has supported a number of well-known acts on their Australian tours including 50 Cent, G-Unit and Sean Paul and Justin Timberlake. Christian spent majority of 2007-2008 Recording his debut 3rd album both in Australia and The United States. The album was fully written by Alexanda, now Alexander, and produced buy the most popular producers in Australia. The album features collaborations from U.S superstar rapper / actor Ja Rule, who made his first rap appearance in years after retiring to pursue acting.

Bryan Bouro – music producer
Bryan Bouro is an Australian producer. He is the producer of Siti Nurhaliza first ever English album (All you love) He produces the entire album along with Cristian Alexanda, mixing the audio and maintain Siti’s title for voice of asia. He is also a song writer from Brisbane Queensland Australia.
PRODUCTION HOUSE PROFILE

Chris Humphrey – Executive Producer, AETN All Asia Networks
Chris Humphrey is a British born TV producer based in Singapore. After working for a BBC magazine in London, Chris taught English and music to secondary school students in and around his home town of Cambridge UK. It was after working as a travel writer that Chris came to Singapore in 1998 and set up his own production company. He has produced for Discovery Channel and National Geographic Channel before joining AETN All Asia Networks as Executive Producer in 2008, following 10 years of television production

RED COMMUNICATIONS SDN. BHD.
Red Communications Sdn. Bhd. was set up in 1999 as a Production House with a mission to inspire change through innovative content. The company’s strength is its people power; dedicated producers who deliver projects and creative talent that will ensure new and exciting ideas. Red Communications has built its reputation over the years as a leading Production House in entertainment and informative content specializing in Women, Children and Youth Issues.
In 2004, a subsidiary company for filmmaking called Red Films was formed. It focuses on creating the business entity that authors the activities of independent film makers & directors. It produces movies to be marketed through the traditional avenues of distribution in the theater circuit, videogram and terrestrial TV and new alternative media.

LINA TAN – EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
Upon graduating with a Film and Television degree from USM (Malaysia Science University) in 1991, Lina entered into the world of television commercial production, working in production houses in Malaysia as a Producer.

In 1999, Lina founded Red Communications Sdn Bhd to focus on creating innovative and meaningful content. She has created a variety of television programs and commercials, specializing in youth, kids and women issues. Lina believes that content can provide entertainment for the masses and yet be socially responsible, making her company’s mission to inspire change through innovative content. This is evident by the range of creative work produced in Red Communications and the Awards received for it.

BERNARD CHAULY – DIRECTOR
Bernard Chauly is a Malaysian Film Director who aspires to have eclectic style to tackle diverse stories. Pisau Cukur (2009) not just opened to rave reviews but was the #1 film at the box-office in Malaysia on its opening weekend. His debut feature film, Gol & Gincu (Goalposts & Lipsticks, 2005) was also a critical success and won Best Film as voted by the audience at Festival Filem Malaysia, 2006. Goodbye Boys (2006), a semi-autobiographical, coming-of-age film was well received as a digital film and had its festival premier at the Tokyo International Film Festival 2006 where it competed for Best Asian Film.