P. Ramlee: Malaysian singer, actor and film director (1929–1973)
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Ramlee (born March 11, 1929; died May 29, 1973) was a famous Malaysian musician. He was born on March 22, 1929, in Penang, Malaysia. He was a talented actor, director, singer, composer, and producer. He was popular in the 1950s and 1960s for his contributions to Malaysian movies and music.
Seniman Agung Tan Sri Datuk Amar (Dr.) P. Ramlee ڤ. راملي PSM (P) DA (P) AMN | |
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 P. Ramlee in a promotional still, 1954 | |
| Born | Teuku Zakaria bin Teuku Nyak Puteh 22 March 1929 |
| Died | 29 May 1973 (aged 44) Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
| Cause of death | heart attack |
| Body discovered | No. 22, Jalan Dedap, Taman P. Ramlee, Setapak, Kuala Lumpur |
| Resting place | Jalan Ampang Muslim Cemetery, Kuala Lumpur |
| Monuments | Pustaka Peringatan P. Ramlee |
| Nationality | Malaysia |
| Other names | Ramli Puteh |
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| Years active | 1945–1973 |
| Employer(s) | Malay Film Productions Merdeka Film Productions |
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| Notable work | Bujang Lapok film series Antara Dua Darjat Sergeant Hassan Do Re Mi film series Labu Labi film series Tiga Abdul Hang Tuah Ibu Mertua-ku |
| Spouse(s) | Junaidah Daeng Harris (m. 1950; div. 1955) Noorizan Mohd. Noor (m. 1955; div. 1961) Salmah binti Ismail a.k.a. Saloma (m. 1961; died 1973) |
| Children | 1. Mohamad Nasir Bin Teuku Zakaria a.k.a. Nasir P. Ramlee (son)(b.1953 d.2008) 2.Arfan P. Ramlee (son)(b. 1955 d.1998) 3. Sazali P. Ramlee (adopted son)(born 1957) 4. Safarina bte Mum a.k.a. Dian P Ramlee (adopted daughter)(born 1958) 5. Betty P. Ramlee (adopted daughter)(born 1960) 6. Zakiah bte Ahmad Rejab (adopted daughter)(born 1963) 7. Sabarudin bin Ramlee (adopted son)(born 1966) |
| Call sign | Remy |
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| Labels | EMI |
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He starred in over 60 films and composed music for many of them. His movies were loved by audiences across Malaysia and Southeast Asia. P. Ramlee's films often explored themes of love, comedy, and social issues. He was known for acting different characters.
Besides acting, P. Ramlee was also a skilled musician and composer. He wrote and performed numerous songs that became famous in Malaysian music. His songs are still popular. P. Ramlee's is significant in Malaysian entertainment history. He remains an iconic figure.
P. Ramlee passed away on May 29, 1973.
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