Koh Jia Ler (Chinese: 许家乐; born 11 November 2000) is a Singaporean actor who is best known for starring in the Anthony Chen films Ilo Ilo and Wet Season.
Koh Jia Ler | |
|---|---|
| 许家乐 | |
| Born | November 11, 2000 Singapore |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2013-present |
Career edit
Koh starred in the 2013 drama film Ilo Ilo. For his performance in the film, he was nominated for the Golden Horse Award for Best New Performer.[1] He had a supporting role in Life - Fear Not.[2] He starred in the 2019 drama film Wet Season.[3] For his performance in the film, he was nominated for the Golden Horse Award for Best Supporting Actor.[4] He will appear in We Are All Strangers, the upcoming final installment of Anthony Chen's Growing Up trilogy.[5]
Filmography edit
Film edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Ilo Ilo | Jiale | Nominated Golden Horse Award for Best New Perfomer |
| 2019 | Wet Season | Wei Lun Kok | Nominated Golden Horse Award for Best Supporting Actor |
| 2022 | We Are All Strangers |
Television edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-2016 | Life - Fear Not | Wang Huai Po | Supporting role |
References edit
- ^ "ILO ILO CAST COME HOME TO ADORING FANS". The Straits Times. Singapore. 27 November 2013.
- ^ Tseng, Douglas (2 December 2019). "Koh Jia Ler Goes From Mama's Boy In Ilo Ilo To Loverboy In Wet Season". 8 Days. Singapore. Retrieved 20 December 2022.
- ^ Lim, Bryan (3 October 2019). "Koh Jia Ler 'slept' with director Anthony Chen to prepare for new film Wet Season". AsiaOne. Singapore. Retrieved 20 December 2022.
- ^ "Singapore films Wet Season, A Land Imagined nominated at Golden Horse Awards". CNA Lifestyle. Singapore. 11 July 2021. Retrieved 20 December 2022.
- ^ Lui, John (27 January 2021). "Anthony Chen reunites with Yeo Yann Yann and Koh Jia Ler for next film". The Straits Times. Singapore. Retrieved 20 December 2022.