It's the last day. The night before was insane. No updates have been posted for a while for lack of WiFi, time and mental energy. It's the last stretch of an insane yet brilliant s...
By Shirin Jauhari in Production Diary Published: Monday, 01 June 09 - 04:28 PM (GMT +08:00) Last Updated: Monday, 01 June 09 - 06:08 PM (GMT +08:00)
Khatijah had her last scenes on Saturday, Day 10 of the production.It had been an insanely wonderful and inspiring journey.I have learned so much from the director Johan John and Khir Rahman.I love working with Khir Rahman and I will always look upon him as my brother.
Kak G, the super brilliant make-up artist.She is the FIRST make-up artist (and trust me, I have met many T___T) that was able to cover my Vitiligo and made me look flawless.Her super assistants Grace Chua and Ah Sei are my mini heroes as well ^_^.Thank you so much Kak G for making sure I look amazing.
Abang Pali, the DoP.What can I say; you will always have a special place in my heart ;)Thanks Abang Pali for always making my shots look gorgeous.You make me look good on screen ^_^.Thank you to Abang Rei, Abang Jon, Abang Man, Man sound and Abang Rashid for the brilliant lighting and everything else that you guys did for me.
Rob and Johnny, thank you for the brilliant set design and wardrobe.Thank you for being insanely patient with me and the rest of the crew.I sincerely apologize if I had offended either of you at any time.I’m just really blurred and had never acted in a production before so I am unfamiliar with the dos and don’ts of props and wardrobe.
The interns, Leonard, Agam, Zamir and Fong, thanks for helping out as much as you could.Thanks for being open and ready to learn.I hope you’ll continue learning and improving because the production world is insanely challenging and, well, now you know that what it takes to make a movie and remember that nobody in production is insignificant or unneeded.A production is a family and we function as one.
Rique, thanks for always making sure I knew what I was doing.Thanks for arranging and making sure things happen.Thanks for always making the extra effort.You are a star.
Johan John, what can I say Papa Bear, I hope I managed to bring out Khatijah they way you wanted her to be.I’m really sorry for any short comings and thank you for being insanely patient with my insecurities and whining.Thank you for taking me on board this wonderful project.I truly enjoyed our rehearsals and you guidance and I hope you’ll consider me for your future projects ;)
The producers, Khai and Abang Zul, thanks for making Cahaya possible.Without the both of you, I know that Cahaya would face many trials (not that it’s not already).Thank you so much for all that you’ve done.
Elaine Daly, thank you for always being bubbly and patient throughout our long hours together.I admire your professionalism and your positive energy.Thank you for your kind words.
Uncle Don, I hope you get someone to read this to you or you’re reading this yourself.Thank you for the awesome delicious meal EVERYDAY.
I have learned so much from both Johan John and Khir.Acting with Nam Ron was fun too ^_^ upon hearing how he is considered the Improvisation King and hearing countless cautions from the director and producer on how he’ll pull a fast one on me, I had a cheeky plan.I made Nam Ron laugh ^_^ it was loads of fun.Luckily the director didn’t get angry with me ^_^ or was he...?
