Actors Must Deliver Results, Not Just Familiarity, Says Qi Razali

Actor Qi Razali has voiced his disagreement with the notion that film and drama projects achieve greater success when cast with familiar faces or "friends." The 49-year-old emphasized that the crucial factor is the quality of the work delivered, rather than the personal connections among the cast and crew.

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I admire Aghniny Haque in the film Khadam because she worked on a script, not on a set filled with friends. She once said that.

Razali expressed admiration for actress Aghniny Haque, citing her role in the film "Khadam." He noted her approach to selecting projects based on the script, a contrast to sets perceived to be filled with acquaintances. "That's the important message, where the actors chosen are those who bring benefit to our work, not because we know that person," Razali stated.

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That's the important message, where the actors chosen are those who bring benefit to our work, not because we know that person.

He elaborated on this point, asserting that working with friends whose output does not meet the required standard is not a viable professional approach. Razali shared these thoughts during a media visit to the set of the drama "Wish List."

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We cannot work with friends whose results do not meet the standard.

In a personal update, Razali shared that he is prioritizing family following the birth of his first child. He is selective about international filming offers, preferring shorter durations or the ability to bring his family along. If a project demands extended time away or poses a burden on his family, he is prepared to decline, as he finds it challenging to switch between family life and intense character immersion.

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I will not accept offers that involve filming for two to three months abroad. Just two to three days, I have no problem.