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AsiaOne
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
'I don't know how to enjoy quiet moments': Iman Fandi looks back on life and career, Entertainment News
Iman Fandi's career started at 14 when she began modelling. Now she's 25 years old, and in an interview with AsiaOne on June 25, she said she has gotten used to "always working". "When I do have quiet moments, I realise I don't know how to enjoy it. And also, in the kind of industry that I'm in, sometimes there's no stability in what's next, and I think that is something I always worry about," explained Iman, who kicked off her music career with the single Timeframe in 2021. She has a "quarter-life crisis" twice a year but feels it's normal: "Honestly, I also feel that it makes you more aware of your surroundings and what you need to do next. "When I look back at it, I'm like, 'Oh my gosh, Iman. You're fine. Now relax.'" Now, she's working on herself: Her growth as an individual and learning how to be an independent artiste. When asked what interested her in music, she told us she has been surrounded by it her whole life. "I used to be a dancer as well. My family in South Africa, every time we have, like, barbecues, someone is playing music and dancing around. So, I think just having that atmosphere around me made me want to go into entertainment and music," she added. "I listen to music a lot as well, so I just thought, why not just create something of my own and tell my own story?" Iman's South African heritage comes from her mother, model Wendy Jacobs, who married local retired football player Fandi Ahmad in 1996. The couple have five children, with Iman the only daughter. In February this year, she released her first Malay song Hari Raya Raya Raya, which was recorded together with her parents and brothers. [embed] 'A place that holds a lot of meaning' Besides music, Iman also recently took part in a few short-form video series for Kakee, a local entertainment and lifestyle app. In an episode of See You There — where local personalities introduce a location or landmark in Singapore that holds special significance to them — she takes host Irene Ang to her alma mater, the Singapore Sports School. "I was able to just tell her (Irene) about how I grew up, memories that I created, and a lot about my past and me growing up during that period of time. It's a place that holds a lot of meaning to me," the former sprinter recalled, adding that the trip brought back memories she had forgotten about. We asked which year she would travel back to if given the chance. "I'd go back to the time when my dad was still playing football, because I'd love to know how the atmosphere in the stadiums were like… I think so many people of his generation still talk about it now," she said with a fond smile. "Sometimes when I'm hanging out with my dad, there are people who come up and talk about it. To hear about it is so different to seeing it, so I wish I could understand what that felt like back then." She cheekily added: "Also, of course, just to see my dad play and see if he's really good or not." 'Ask me in 10 years' With so much working experience at a young age, we asked Iman how she copes with the periods of uncertainty. For her, she leaves it to time and doing things she enjoys. "Maybe working on an art piece or just taking things slow. Do it day by day. Don't rush, because the more you put pressure on yourself — or at least for me — the more anxious and pressure you feel on yourself," she advised. "Talking to friends, meeting people who make you feel supported and maybe even understand where you are, and getting advice is something that I also do." What makes her happy now? "Travelling. I'm looking forward to my next round of travels, but also what makes me happy now, I think, is finding peace," she said. "I'm still in the middle of finding where my happiness or peace is, because happiness fluctuates, but peace will be a little bit more stable. So, I'm trying to find more of that." She's slowly getting there, she added. "I mean, it comes with age and time, right? So maybe you can ask me in, like, 10 years, and we'll see." Iman's episode on Behind the Song is streaming on the Kakee app, while her appearance in See You There releases June 30. In celebration of Kakee's launch, a four-day public event will run from June 26 to 29 at Plaza Singapura's Outdoor Square. Admission is free and visitors can immerse themselves in interactive zones, enjoy exciting games and giveaways. [[nid:719487]] syarifahsn@ No part of this article can be reproduced without permission from AsiaOne.
The Sun
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
So Drama! Entertainment and FLY Entertainment Announce Strategic Partnership
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 25 June 2025 - So Drama! Entertainment (So Drama!) and FLY Entertainment (FLY) have entered a strategic partnership to elevate media and entertainment content and production. This partnership combines the creative strengths of both companies to develop compelling and locally resonant content—beginning with Kakee Originals. This proudly made-in-Singapore serialised video content is available on So Drama!'s newly rebranded entertainment and lifestyle app, Kakee. This creative collaboration is a bold commitment to homegrown storytelling. It features talents from FLY's esteemed artiste roster, with familiar faces such as Allan Wu, Carla Dunareanu, Edwin Goh, Irene Ang, Rachel Wan, Suhaimi Yusof, Chua Enlai, Patricia Mok and more. Audiences can catch them in series such as See You There, Then & Now, The Situation Report, and the upcoming The Office Survival Guide, set to launch later this year. This partnership extends beyond casting to include co-investment in content, brand collaborations, and talent development. FLY's contributions in top-tier talent, production support and customised training for So Drama!'s talent pool will enhance the quality and reach of So Drama!'s flagship productions, bringing compelling storytelling to wider audiences. With the FLY and So Drama! partnership, clients and sponsors can now leverage the strengths of both companies to create new business opportunities and better brand awareness through innovative media experiences. Melvin Kuek, Executive Director at So Drama!, added, 'We've been quietly cooking up this collaboration for a while now — and the timing couldn't be more perfect with the launch of the Kakee app! The chemistry between So Drama! and FLY promises fresh possibilities for talent, brands, and bold new content that can become a strong differentiation factor for Kakee as an entertainment plaform. We're absolutely buzzing to dive in together and serve up stories that will delight audiences and shake up the Singapore entertainment scene.' 'This partnership is more than just a content deal — it's a bold declaration. We're championing Singaporean stories and putting local talent exactly where it belongs: in the spotlight,' said Irene Ang, Founder & CEO of FLY Entertainment. 'We're proud to co-create with So Drama! from casting and production to talent development. It's time our creatives take centre stage.' FLY Entertainment has also teamed up with digital casting platform IAmCasting to discover and cast vibrant personalities and influencers for So Drama!'s Kakee Originals series. This collaboration reflects FLY's commitment to embracing digital innovation and shaping the future of talent discovery and next-gen storytelling. Get the free-to-download Kakee app on the App Store or Google Play: So Drama! Entertainment So Drama! Entertainment aims to deliver compelling content on air, on screen and on stage. As a proudly Singaporean media and entertainment company, it has five established brands – Kakee, 88.3JIA, POWER 98, Music & Drama Company, and PIONEER – into which it injects fun and creativity, always. For more information, please visit About Kakee Kakee is a homegrown entertainment app where users are rewarded for enjoying a wide range of content - from various 88.3JIA and POWER 98 curated music streams, to exclusive proudly-made-in-Singapore videos, mobile games and contests. As Your Rewards & Entertainment Buddy, the more users listen, watch and play, the more they stand to win. Get the free-to-download Kakee app now and follow @kakeesg on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube for exciting rewards and experiences. About FLY Entertainment Founded in 1999 by Irene Ang, FLY Entertainment is Singapore's leading artiste management and entertainment agency. Representing a dynamic roster of top talents across film, television, theatre, digital media, and brand partnerships, FLY is known for discovering and nurturing some of Asia's most recognisable names in entertainment. Beyond talent management, FLY offers full-service capabilities in content production, creative direction, brand partnerships, and event management — making it a one-stop hub for innovative and impactful storytelling. Learn more at About IAmCasting IAmCasting is a digital casting platform designed to revolutionise the way talents are discovered, cast, and connected across Asia's entertainment industry. Built for casting directors, producers, agencies, and brands, IAmCasting provides direct access to a growing pool of diverse talents — from actors and models to content creators and emcees. IAmCasting simplifies the casting process while empowering talents to take control of their careers. Casting Reimagined. Explore more at
