 Beto Kusyairy talks "Balun"
By Peter Chai
Cinema Online had the chance to visit the star on set for Grand Brilliance's latest film "Balun" at Kamunting in Perak. Bob Singah's directorial feature stars Beto Kusyairy, Datuk Eizlan Yusof, Izara Aishah and Reen Rahim, and is expected to be released this year. Q: What is so special about your character in "Balun"? Kusyairy: My character is called Hassan. I have learnt martial arts like Silat Gayung, Culu Simanjakini and Muay Thai before. This time I'll be learning another form of 'silat' called Silat Kundur for the story. Q: Tell us about your filming experience for "Balun". Kusyairy: Thank god everything has been going well for me. So far I haven't had any serious injuries but getting bruises is very common. I hope nothing bad happens till the end of the shooting. Q: What made you take up a role in this film? Kusyairy: Well, I'm very into action films. If there's a scene for kicking the tables, I'll be the first one to put up my hand. It's my dream to star in an action flick. I have been playing the Romeo type of character in most of my television series. "Balun" gave me a chance to learn local martial arts and realize my dream. Q: Whom do you idolize in action films, Beto? Kusyairy: My idols are Jackie Chan, Bruce Lee, Wesley Snipes, Tony Jaa and Iko Uwais. Q: Which action superstar has influenced your style in the film? Kusyairy: [Laugh] I think my style is the combination of Tony Jaa and Jackie Chan. Actually I have been trying to portray my own style and I'm not copying anybody's stunts. To me, martial art is something that comes out from our soul; it appears naturally with our body movement.
Kusyairy: I have no problem working with Izara at all, even though this is the first time we worked together onscreen. We have that chemistry in every scene we are in. She has a lot of potential to excel in this field. Q: As an actor, do you think "Balun" will do well at the box office? Kusyairy: Based on the reception for "KL Gangster" and its sequel, I think the action in "Balun" is able to sell, but as an actor, I am only responsible for my acting role. After I finish my job, it is all depends on the audience to support us. I've done my best, so I hope that my performance and the production team's efforts will be able to make an impact on the audience. Q: Which genre do you prefer, action or romance? Kusyairy: Each genre has its own uniqueness. I love both of them. I'm not the kind of actor who puts himself in a same genre forever. I understand that I have to fit myself into whatever character I receive, regardless of the genre. Q: People have been comparing your acting with Aaron Aziz, but the latter seems to be more popular among the audience. Why is it so? Kusyairy: I can't tell you why. In my opinion, an actor's journey depends a lot on the script that he receives and one's success comes from the way he handles a particular role. Maybe the great scripts haven't found me yet and therefore less people recognize my appearance in films. Q: Have you ever thought of forming your own fan club? Kusyairy: I don't have a fan club but I do have a Facebook fan page. I have Twitter account too but I seldom communicate online. It's not because I don't appreciate the love from my fans but it's hard for me to reply everyone's message. Maybe that's the reason why I'm not so popular. But to me, working in this industry is not all about chasing fame; it is a platform for me to educate the society through acting. Q: What is your upcoming project? Kusyairy: I'm still in talks for some projects, so I can't reveal any details yet. I have a new movie called "Bravo 5" coming out next year in conjunction with Malaysia's Armed Forces Day. |
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