Shamsuddin bin Dali or better known as S. Shamsuddin (1 January 1929 – 4 June 2013) was a Singaporean actor and comedian, who appeared in Malayan films during the 1950s and 1960s.
Early life
S. Shamsudin was born in Pasir Panjang, Singapore. His father, Dali bin Kechik was from Melaka, while his mother, Khatijah binti Haji Ahmad was from Geylang, Singapore. S. Shamsudin or Sudin previously worked as a labourer to help his family before he entered the acting profession.
Description
- Born : Shamsuddin bin Dali
- Birth Date : 1 January 1929, Pasir Panjang, Singapore
- Died : 4 June 2013 (aged 84), Jurong, Singapore
- Spouse(s) : Puteh binti Esmoon
Career
One day, in 1948, he went to the Studio Malay Productions (MFP) at Jalan Ampas just to see how filming works. His visit turned out to be a lucky one for him as he was given an opportunity to work as an extra in a film Chempaka directed by B. S. Rajhans. A few days later he sought work at the MFP & got a job as a carpenter for studio & filming sets. Meanwhile, he also worked as an extra or dancer in films.
Eventually, he was given a role in a film Aloha, directed by B. S. Rajhans. He acted in a few scenes that required a lot of dialogues, which is considered plenty for an extra or even new actor. His comedic role in the film acted alongside Osman Gumanti, Mariam, P. Ramlee, A. R. Tompel & D. Harris, showed his talents in acting. More film offers continued, and Sudin eventually became a comedian staple of the Malay films of that era alongside Aziz Sattar, both appearing with successful actor P. Ramlee on numerous occasions, most notably in the Bujang Lapok series of films.
Personal life
S. Shamsuddin married Puteh binti Esmoon in 1954 & they had 7 children & 14 grandchildren. One of his children, Ariff Shamsuddin is also a Singaporean comedian TV actor who recently participated in the Malaysia's show, Maharaja Lawak Mega.
Death
Following several years of poor health, S. Shamsuddin died at 10:56 in the morning of 4 June 2013 at the age of 84.
Filmography
- 1950 - Aloha
- 1951 - Sejoli
- 1952 - Aladdin
- 1952 - Sedarah
- 1953 - Istana Impian
- 1954 - Panggilan Pulau
- 1955 - Abu Hassan Pencuri
- 1956 - Hang Tuah
- 1957 - Bujang Lapok
- 1958 - Kaki Kuda
- 1958 - Sarjan Hassan
- 1959 - Pendekar Bujang Lapok
- 1959 - Nujum Pak Belalang
- 1960 - Antara Dua Darjat
- 1961 - Ali Baba Bujang Lapok
- 1961 - Seniman Bujang Lapok
- 1962 - Siti Muslihat
- 1963 - Nasib Si Labu Labi
- 1964 - Bidasari
- 1964 - Mambang Moden
- 1964 - Tiga Abdul
- 1981 - Dia Ibuku
- 1981 - Setinggan
- 1981 - Penyamun Tarbus
- 1986 - Bujang Lapok Kembali Daa
- 2005 - Pontianak Harum Sundal Malam 2
- 2007 - Budak Lapok
- 2008 - Stok Lama
- 2010 - Eee...Hantu!!!!!
- 2012 - 3 Menantu
- 1981 - 2nd Malaysia Film Festival - Best Comedian
- 2005 - Pesta Perdana in Singapore - Pingat Emas Perdana
- 2009 - 22nd Malaysia Film Festival - Special Award for Veteran Male Actor
