Crazy Rich Asians: Singapore’s Very Own Singlish Star
Picture this: big, bold, glitter‑laden drama, but instead of a straight‑laced voice, you hear a wibbly‑wobbly Singaporean twang. That’s the charm Koh Chieng Mun brings to her role as Neena Goh in Crazy Rich Asians.
Meet Neena Goh … the New Singaporeite Version of Lucille Ball
- Neena is the flashy, fab mother of Peik Lin (Awkwafina). Think “glitz, glue, and Goh!”
- Koh confessed that director Jon Chu approved her Singlish so long as she pronounced her mispronunciations clearly. “Is that an oxymoron?” she joked.
- The aim? A Singaporean spin‑up on the timeless comedic genius of Lucille Ball.
- When asked about her own “posh” flair compared to the ’90s local sitcom Under One Roof, she laughed: the only difference is hair piled higher.
Goh & Goh: The Couple Who Got Their Rack on the Couch
Ken Jeong headlines as Neena’s hubby. The pair crackle with chemistry—one scene even has them letting loose on a couch. The director calls “action” and the two just have a blast.
Tiny Touches, Big Hugs: First Meeting With Awkwafina
Koh recalls her first photo shoot with Awkwafina (Nora Lum) – she’s a “sweet gentle girl” off screen. A hug later, Awkwafina calls her “mum” and the camaraderie begins.
“Just a Giddy Day, No Work”
“It wasn’t work at all,” Koh claims. “We just hooked up, bounced off one another’s reactions, and snatched the props for a quick snack during breaks.”
Friends on Set: The Crazy Rich Asians Crew
“Every cast and crew member here instantly became a friend,” she says, underscoring the genuine connections forged during filming.
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