Malaysian Figure, Celebrities, & Athletes

This Malaysian businessman is one of the richest men in Malaysia. Who is he?

• Amitabh Bachchan

• G. Gnanalingam

• Ananda Krishnan

• Hrithik Roshan

Answer explanation

Ananda Krishnan is the 3rd richest person in Malaysia with a net worth of RM30 billion. He is known for being the founder of Maxis Communications and Astro Malaysia.

This Malaysian is the top national men's singles badminton player. Who is he?

• Lin Dan

• Lee Chong Wei

• Chan Peng Soon

• Tan Wee Kiong

Answer explanation

Lee Chong Wei is the top Malaysian shuttler to be ranked first worldwide for 199 consecutive weeks. He is also a triple silver medallist at the Olympic Games.

This Malaysian designer is world-renowned for his shoe designs, branded under his name. Who is he?

• Jimmy Choo

• Zang Toi

• Alexander Wang

• Arthur Yen

Answer explanation

Jimmy Choo is a fashion designer based in the United Kingdom, and counts the late Princess Diana as one of his many famous clients.

This Malaysian is world famous for acting in 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' and Bond movie 'Tomorrow Never Dies'. Who is she?

• Amber Chia

• Hannah Tan

• Carmen Soo

• Michelle Yeoh

Answer explanation

Michelle Yeoh is former Miss Malaysia 1983 whose career boasts appearances in Asian and Western movies.

This Malaysian recently won a FIFA award for his amazing free-kick goal. Who is he?

• Abdul Ghani Malik

• Nik Ahmad Fadly

• Mohd Faiz Subri

• Khairul Anuar Baharom

Answer explanation

Mohd Faiz Subri beat professional stars such as Lionel Messi and Neymar with 60% online votes to win the FIFA Puskás Award.

This Malaysian held the female squash World Number One title for 108 consecutive months. Who is she?

• Nicol David

• Goh Liu Ying

• Alyssa Boey

• Ng Hui Ern

Answer explanation

Nicol David won the World Open title a record 8 times, and World Junior title twice. She is also the youngest person in Penang to be awarded the title Datuk.

This astronaut is the first Malaysian to be sent to space under the Angkasawan programme. Who is he?

• Faiz Khaleed

• Siva Vanajah

• Mohd Faiz Kamaludin

• Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor

Answer explanation

Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor flew under an agreement with Russia aboard Soyuz TMA-11 on 10 October 2007 and returned to Earth on 21 October 2007.

This Malaysian singer gained fame through China's variety programme 'Asian Wave'. Who is she?

• Sheila Majid

• Dayang Nurfaizah

• Shila Amzah

• Ziana Zain

Answer explanation

Shila Amzah is daughter of singer ND Lala, and the first and only Malay artist to have success in Chinese-speaking countries and record charts.

This Malaysian singer is one of nation's best-selling female artists. Who is she?

• Erra Fazira

• Siti Nurhaliza

• Misha Omar

• Sharifah Aini

Answer explanation

Siti Nurhaliza has garnered more 200 local and international music awards. With 16 studio albums, she is one of the most popular artists in the Malay Archipelago.

This Malaysian singer's fame skyrocketed when she was signed to an American-based label. Who is she?

• Zee Avi

• Ella

• Mizz Nina

• Yuna

Answer explanation

Yuna began writing songs at 14, and was discovered through Myspace. Her album 'Chapters' broke into the 2016 Top 10 of Billboard Best R&B Albums.