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Yeo Yann Yann: 6 Fun Facts About The Malaysian Badass Godmother On Netflix's 'Havoc'
In recent years, we've seen an emergence of Malaysian-born talents hitting the big screen and receiving awards on the international stage. From starring in popular movies to hitting the music charts globally, our Malaysian talents are ones to be proud of. Meet Yeo Yann Yann (杨雁雁), a Malaysian-born actress starring in Netflix's newest action-thriller film 'Havoc'. Starring Tom Hardy, Timothy Olyphant, and Forest Whitaker, the movie follows a drug heist gone bad, which prompts a jaded cop to fight his way through a corrupt city's criminal underworld to rescue a politician's son. From her Malaysian roots to her latest role as 'Mother', here are 6 fun facts about Yeo Yann Yann: 1. She Was Born In Johor Yeo Yann Yann hails from Pontian Kecil, a small fishing village in Kukup Laut, Johor, where she grew up and spent the holidays with her grandmother. At a young age, Yeo Yann Yann harboured dreams of becoming an actress and at the age of 19, she left Johor to pursue her studies at the Intercultural Theatre Institute in Singapore. Landing her first role in a play in Singapore, she decided to stay and is now based there. 2. Has Multiple International Awards Under Her Belt 'Havoc' isn't the first critically acclaimed actress' rodeo. Yeo Yann Yann, who acquired her first leading role in the Singaporean film 'Singapore Dreaming' in 2006, has an array of awards under her belt, showcasing her prowess as an actress. Her most notable awards include her role in the 2013 Cannes Film Festival-winning film, 'Ilo Ilo', where she acquired the 'Best Actress' award at the Vladivostok Film Festival in 2013, and 'Best Supporting Actress' at the 50th Golden Horse Awards in the same year. Yann also won 'Best Leading Actress' at the 56th Golden Horse Awards for her role in 'Wet Season', as well as a nomination for 'Best Performance By An Actress' for her role in the HBO Asia series 'Invisible Stories' at the 48th International Emmy Awards. 3. Made Her Hollywood Debut Alongside Michelle Yeoh In 2023, Yeo Yann Yann made her Hollywood debut in the Disney+ fantasy action comedy series 'American Born Chinese'. She acted as the protagonist's mother while Yeoh played Guanyin. Despite not having any screen time together, Yann said that it was her dream to collaborate with Yeoh and mentioned that she also looks up to the latter. Her role in the series earned her a nomination from the 3rd Hollywood Critics Association TV Awards for 'Best Supporting Actress in a Streaming Series, Comedy'. 4. Made Her Bollywood Debut On Amazon Prime A jack of all trades is what Yeo Yann Yann can be labelled as, as we see her appearing in various international productions – and she's not stopping at Hollywood. Yeo Yann Yann made her Bollywood debut in the 2022 Amazon Prime Video series 'Modern Love Mumbai', in episode 3, titled 'Mumbai Dragon'. The series, which was predominantly in Hindi, saw the actress showcase her versatility as she switched from Cantonese to Hindi. 5. Openly Talks About Postpartum Depression Yeo Yann Yann is currently married to Hong Kong director Ma Yuk Sing (馬玉成), and has openly expressed her challenges facing postpartum depression. She gave birth to her daughter in 2012 and admitted to having had suicidal thoughts following an argument with her husband. ''[What we were arguing about] wasn't even important. After I calmed down, I asked myself why I wanted to kill myself. I should have been very happy because I had a child and my career was going well'. After seeking help from friends and doctors, the actress is doing better now. 6. Her Badass Role In 'Havoc' Channeling her inner 'Godfather', Yeo Yann Yann executes her role as Clarice Fong or 'Mother' in the Netflix movie as brutally as she can. 'Every two or three weeks, I watch The Godfather because I really admire the stillness and life in the eyes of the characters. So, when I landed the role, I felt like I was the Godmother now!', Yann told Malay Mail. She adds that the biggest difference between this and her previous roles is that she can use a gun. 'I had a chance to do weapons training, which I've never done before. On set, they treat guns very, very seriously. It was amazing to understand how I should handle the weapon correctly', she told the Straits Times Available to stream now on Netflix, don't miss out on Yeo Yann Yann's role in the new Netflix film 'Havoc'. Watch the trailer here: Sources: Malay Mail, Today Online, India Times, CNA Luxury, The Straits Times, The Star Alyssa Gabrielle contributed to this article What's your Reaction? +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0 +1 0
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Meet the new Audience Choice winners to lead breakouts at TechCrunch Sessions: AI
You voted. They rose to the top! Meet the two Audience Choice winners who'll take the breakout stage at TechCrunch Sessions: AI on June 5 in Zellerbach Hall at UC Berkeley to share their insights with 1,200 AI leaders and enthusiasts. We sifted through hundreds of Call for Content submissions and narrowed them down to six standout finalists. Your votes crowned two winners — and now they're ready to share their cutting-edge AI insights live. Yann Stoneman, staff solutions architect at Cohere: Behind Your Firewall: Secure Generative AI for Regulated Enterprises Hua Wang, executive director at Global Innovation Forum: The AI Policy Playbook: What Global Startups Need to Know Session: Ever wonder how to use cutting-edge generative AI in healthcare or finance — without sweating over data privacy? Join Yann for a lively breakout session at TC Sessions: AI. Alongside three expert panelists, Yann will guide an interactive, 50-minute conversation packed with real-world use cases from Cohere's North (agentic AI workspace) and Compass (multimodal retrieval). You'll get practical strategies for deploying secure, customized AI models on your own infrastructure — no external cloud required. Expect hands-on demos, live Q&A, and insights that'll help you build AI solutions safely and confidently, right behind your firewall. About Yann Stoneman: Yann Stoneman is a staff solutions architect at Cohere, where he helps enterprises deploy secure, customizable AI powered by next-gen foundation models. Previously at AWS, he supported large-scale AI adoption and debuted an AI demo at re:Invent 2023. Yann is a trusted partner for seamless integration and user-friendly AI design. His expertise has been featured at Generative AI World and Voices of Data Science, and on the blogs of Cohere and AWS. He holds a BA from the Juilliard School. Session: AI gives startups an edge, but regulation can slow them down. This breakout dives into how founders can stay compliant and competitive while scaling globally. Learn how to tap into AI tools for digital trade, navigate evolving data laws, and unlock new markets. We'll cover the policies shaping the future of AI startups and offer real-world strategies to help you expand without the red tape. If you're building, investing in, or regulating AI, this session delivers the insights you need to lead with confidence. About Hua Wang: Hua leads the Global Innovation Forum (GIF), where she builds bridges between diverse entrepreneurs and the global economy. At GIF, she drives inclusive strategies for trade and digital policy, partnering with business leaders, nonprofits, and international institutions like the World Trade Organization and the UN to unlock global opportunities for underrepresented voices. From launching a telemedicine startup to helping startups raise $20 million+ as an accelerator director, Hua's career spans entrepreneurship, law, tech, and policy. She's also served as an entrepreneur-in-residence across Chile, Malaysia, and the U.S. A former attorney and banker, Hua holds degrees from Duke and Northwestern Law — and a deep belief in innovation as a driver of global growth. AI is moving fast — and so should you. Learn how to build behind your firewall with Yann Stoneman and unlock global markets with Hua Wang — two of the audience-chosen breakout leaders you won't want to miss. Save up to $210 on your pass, or bring a crew and save even more. Head to the agenda to see what's in store and grab your ticket before prices jump. Go beyond attending — exhibit your brand and innovation in front of 1,200 top AI minds. Space is limited, so don't miss your chance to make an impact! Grab your exhibit table here before they run out. Or, explore more sponsorship opportunities and activations at TC Sessions: AI. Get in touch with our team by filling out this form. Subscribe to the TechCrunch Events newsletter for early access to special deals and the latest event news.
