29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Ben Amir: I didn't move to the Philippines because of girlfriend
KUALA LUMPUR: Actor Ben Amir has debunked rumours that his move to Siargao Island in the Philippines was prompted by a romantic relationship.
While he confirmed he's currently in a relationship, he stressed that his decision to relocate had no bearing on it.
The Spanar Jaya X star, whose real name is Muhammad Amir Sabaruddin, explained that he's in Siargao to establish a restaurant and resort business.
"Yes, I'm in a relationship, but that's got nothing to do with me going to Siargao. We've known each other for two years, and she's from the Philippines too," he said at the premiere of his latest film, Gantung: Musketeer Code, at GSC Mid Valley Megamall yesterday.
Ben added that his restaurant and resort are slated to commence operations by year-end.
"Becoming an entrepreneur has always been part of my dreams, and I'm very happy in Siargao right now. "Nevertheless, I still love acting and I'll appear in Malaysian productions from time to time."
Gantung tells the gripping story of four college friends accused of causing the death of a female peer by hanging.
Directed by Nadia Khan, the film opens on June 5 and also features Ikmal Amry, Hafreez Adam, Shazia Rozaini, and Taufiq Hanafi.
