Gan Mei Yan (颜薇恩; born 9 June 1984) is a Malaysian radio announcer at Astro Radio,[1] actress, TV and event host, brand ambassador, and influencer. She was born in Petaling Jaya, West Malaysia. Gan started her entertainment career in 2004, at the age of 19, with MY and has hosted numerous events, shows, and ceremonies. She has appeared in various feature films, television programs and shows, music videos, online advertisements, and television commercials.
Gan Mei Yan | |
|---|---|
| Born | 9 June 1984 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia |
| Alma mater | Tunku Abdul Rahman University College |
| Occupation(s) | Radio announcer, Actress, Host, Influencer |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Chinese name | |
| Simplified Chinese | 颜薇恩 |
| Hanyu Pinyin | Yán Wēi'ēn |
| Jyutping | Ngaan4 Mei4 Jan1 |
Career
editGan graduated from Tunku Abdul Rahman University College with a Diploma of Media Study. She started her career at the age of 19 when she was chosen to be the host of TV program Fan Miu Dai Gik Jin on Astro Wah Lai Toi. In 2004, Gan switched careers to become a radio announcer at MY.
Currently, she is a breakfast announcer of MY Yong Guong Can Lan (阳光灿烂) from 6 to 10 am on weekdays. She is also the leading female announcer in MY (Astro Radio Sdn Bhd).
Other than radio, Gan hosts dinner shows, artist showcases, artist fans meeting, live shows, concerts, press conferences, and client's events. Additionally, she is also a social media influencer with a large following on Instagram and Facebook. She shares her lifestyle and interacts with her fans and followers via social media platforms.
Besides, Gan debuted in the Malaysian feature film Tiger Woo Hoo and played Ah Lian role, which were presented by Malaysia ASTRO in 2010 and her performance was remarkable. In the following year, she received more performance opportunities and featured in many Malaysian feature films, such as Xiao Yong Chun, Great Day, Ah Beng the Movie: 3 wishes, 3x Trouble, and many more.
MY Yong Guong Can Lan
editMY – Yong Guong Can Lan is the most popular Chinese radio program in Malaysia. From AC Nielsen's and GSK market research on Malaysian listener's behaviour, MY have been achieving the highest listenership since year 1996. Many have credited the program's No.1 rating as due to her creativity, energy, and powerful voice seen throughout her breakfast show.
Personal life
editGan has been married to Eddie Lee since 17 May 2013 and is a mother of two children, Jo and Sum.[2][3]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Tiger Woo Hoo [4] | Ah Beng's neighbour, Ah Lian | Chiu Keng Guan | |
| 2011 | Xiao Yong Chun | Mary | Choi Lik | |
| Great Day | Ah Lian | Chiu Keng Guan | ||
| 2012 | Ah Beng the Movie: 3 wishes | Vege Lian | Silver Yee | |
| 3x Trouble | Mei Mei | Patrick Yau | ||
| Ghost on Air | Ping Xiao's late girlfriend, Jia Li | Cheng Ding An | ||
| 2013 | Once Upon A Time | Ru Hua | Silver Yee | |
| Taxi! Taxi! [5] | Lee Ah Tau's tenant, Regina | Kelvin Sng | ||
| 2014 | Balistik (Malay movie) | Silver Yee | ||
| 3 Brothers | Ah Yun | Silver Yee | ||
| Ah Beng: Mission Impossible | Ah Lian | Silver Yee | ||
| 2016 | Huat the Fish | Qiao Yu | Silver Yee | |
| 2017 | Shuttle Life | Xiao Chuan | Seng Kiat Tan | |
| 2020 | Good Wealth 2020 [6] | Prodigy | Teddy Chin | |
| 2022 | Kongsi Raya[7] | Sumi | Teddy Chin | |
| 2023 | What! The Heist | Professor's Wife | Matt Lai |
Television programme (Host)
edit| Year | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Running Out of Time | Chinese version of Amazing Race |
| 2005 | Astro Talent Quest | Singing competition |
| 2006-2007 | Go Go Trendy | Program about being trendy |
| 2008 | Yes Madam | Makeover program in which Gan is a fashion policewoman |
| 2008-2013 | Astro On Demand | Introduced the latest Hong Kong drama |
| 2008-2009 | Battle Ground | Street dance competition |
| 2012 | Miss Astro Chinese International Pageant | |
| 2016 | Super Comedian | |
| 2017-2018 | Astro Go Shop | Gan's show |
Endorsement
edit| Year | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2006-2007 | Julie's biscuits (MYVITO) | Food |
| 2007-2008 | JF Beauty | Cosmetic |
| 2008-2010 | Jacob's Walk of Health campaign | Food |
| 2008-2010 | Purina One dog food (Representative – my dog HACKER) | Pet Food |
| 2008-2009 | MONICA eyewear | Eyewear |
| 2008 | Nivea White Sparkling | Cosmetic |
| 2009-2010 | White horse tiles (only on radio) | Ceramic |
| March 2013 | SASA store anniversary | Cosmetic |
| February–April 2013 | KWC Fashion Mall | Fashion |
| April–August 2013 | Osim | Healthy Living |
| 2017 | Himmel Food Dehydrator | Kitchen Appliances |
| 2017 | SWS 28 Medical | Medical & Confinement |
| 2017-2018 | YYC Tax Consultant Sdn Bhd [8] | Accounting Firm |
| 2018-2019 | Sushi Mentai | Food |
| 2018-2020 | Dorra Slimming [9] | Body Health |
| 2019-2020 | Tour Rite | Travelling |
| 2019-2020 | Guardian | Cosmetic |
| 2019-2020 | Comfy Baby |
References
edit- ^ "颜薇恩 | MY". Archived from the original on 16 November 2020. Retrieved 26 March 2020.
- ^ 晒一家四口牵手照报喜．颜薇恩平安诞下第二胎. Sin Chew Daily. 8 November 2018. Archived from the original on 26 March 2020. Retrieved 18 October 2021.
- ^ MY DJ颜薇恩晒孕照报喜，亲揭怀孕4个半月 [MY DJ Gan Mei Yan's pregnancy photo is posted, and she is pregnant for 4 and a half months]. Almond Magazine. 12 June 2018. Archived from the original on 28 June 2022. Retrieved 18 October 2021.
- ^ "Home-grown show Woohoo! to usher in Year of the Tiger". The Star (Malaysia). 6 January 2010. Archived from the original on 26 March 2020. Retrieved 18 October 2021.
- ^ 相隔11年再合作．李国煌与葛米星驾跑车开工 [Reunited after 11 years, Phua Chu Kang and Gurmit singh start work]. Sin Chew Daily. 17 January 2013. Archived from the original on 26 March 2020. Retrieved 18 October 2021.
- ^ 林盛斌催《财神2020》票房‧喊话破388万吉隆坡塔笨猪跳. Sin Chew Daily. 29 January 2020. Archived from the original on 7 October 2020. Retrieved 18 October 2021.
- ^ Chua, Dennis (4 February 2022). "#Showbiz: A love story that never grows old". New Straits Times. Retrieved 4 May 2022.
- ^ "YYC Image Ambassador - Gan Mei Yan". Archived from the original on 4 May 2021. Retrieved 26 March 2020.
- ^ "Mei Yan with Dorra Slimming "You Make Me Perfect" Theme Song". Archived from the original on 4 May 2021. Retrieved 26 March 2020.
