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Oon Shu An<\/strong> is no stranger to the general public and the local population. From hosting her own web-show Tried and Tested<\/em> on ClickNetwork, to having viral videos covered by Buzzfeed, it might seem like she has done it all. Within the local entertainment scene, she has carved a name for herself as someone who isn\u2019t afraid to stand up for the underdog and voice her opinions, making thought-provoking articles and videos that explore the inner workings of her mind. And she does it all with a bright smile on her face, the one that has given her that girl-next-door charm that\u2019s absolutely endearing. <\/p>

But, she is more than just a voice amongst the people. As an actress, first and foremost, she has regularly appeared on our screens, with parts in Singaporean feature and short films<\/strong>, as well as in television shows<\/strong> and on stage.<\/strong> Though she might have recently made her mark on our radars with her web-show and her appearance in Netflix\u2019s Marco Polo<\/em>, she has actually been acting since she was 14. But, of course she's more than just that \u2014 so let's learn what she has to say!<\/p>

Marie France Asia:\u00a0You went from shooting YouTube videos, to being on stage for Boeing-Boeing<\/em>. How do you apprehend performing in front of a live audience?<\/span> <\/h2>

Oon Shu An:\u00a0<\/strong>Actually, I practically grew up in the theatre. My parents sent me to speech and drama classes when I was a kid because I was shy, I was in the drama club all through Secondary school and JC, and then I went to the LASALLE College of the Arts BA Acting course. If anything, it was more of a challenge adapting to the online world!<\/p>

MFA:\u00a0What was the biggest wow moment when you worked on Netflix\u2019s\u00a0Marco Polo<\/em>?<\/span> <\/h2>

O.S.A:<\/strong> The sheer number of people there from all over the world was insane! I remember when I went to the stunt tent to train for my sword dance, there were people from 13 countries, all specialists in different areas.<\/p>

MFA: You perform in comedies but also post content with a cause on your social media channels, have you ever considered mixing both?<\/span> <\/h2>

O.S.A.:<\/strong> Maybe one day! I'm not sure if I post things \"with a cause\" necessarily. They're generally just things I care about, and I am very mindful not to be preachy when I post things. I think when it comes to posting content, the most important thing is to be authentic, so if the two things fit and feel authentic, absolutely!<\/p>

MFA: Can you name a local and an international actress you would like to work with?<\/span> <\/h2>

O.S.A.:<\/strong> I love Karen Tan. I would love to work with her again soon. She brings such compassion and humanity to her characters. And Michelle Yeoh. I idolised her. Grace and power.<\/p>

MFA: Your advice on starting an acting career in Singapore?<\/span> <\/h2>

O.S.A.:<\/strong> Haha wow that's a tough one! I think people enter this line through so many different avenues! I guess the main thing is to just start auditioning!<\/p>

\u00a0MFA: After\u00a0Boeing-Boeing<\/em>, any upcoming projects?<\/span> <\/h2>

O.S.A.:<\/strong> We've started rehearsals for Army Daze 2<\/em> and that starts in August! I play the Chief of Army, so that will be a big jump from the SQ stewardess! We went through the music the other day, the songs were so funny I couldn't stop laughing! And then I have a filming project after that that starts in September. Oh and Meet the MP<\/em> is still playing on Channel 5 so don't forget to tune in for that!<\/p>

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Talent, passion, and a never-ending charm, is it any wonder why she's been such an endearing face on screen? To catch more of her, don't forget to watch Meet the MP<\/em>, as well as her web-show, where you'll find yourself falling in love again with this vivacious \u00a0actress.<\/p>

Lee Hui Bing<\/em><\/p>

Photo: Getty Images<\/em><\/p>

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