Maya Karin
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- October 29, 1979 in Bayreuth, Bavaria, Germany
- Active Years
- 2001–2025 (25 Years)
- Total Credits
- 32 credits in database
Biography
Maya Karin is a German-born Malaysian film actress. She is one of the leading and established actresses in Malaysia's local film industry. Karin has garnered recognition for her performances in movies such as Pontianak Harum Sundal Malam and Ombak Rindu. She holds the record for the most nominations in the Best Actress Award category at the Malaysia Film Festival and has won the award twice. Additionally, Karin is among the few Malaysian actresses to have won the prestigious Best Actress Award at the Asia-Pacific Film Festival. Born on October 29, 1979, in Bayreuth, Bavaria, Germany, Karin is a known figure in the Malaysian film industry.
Career overview
Maya Karin is a Malaysian film actress. She has gained recognition for her performances in various movies, including Pontianak Harum Sundal Malam and Ombak Rindu. These films have contributed to her success in the Malaysian film industry.
Maya Karin holds a record in the history of the Malaysia Film Festival for the most nominations in the Best Actress Award category. She is also one of the few actresses to have won the award twice. Additionally, Maya Karin is among the first and only two Malaysian actresses to have received the prestigious Best Actress Award at the Asia-Pacific Film Festival.
Maya Karin has been involved in the film industry for a significant amount of time, with a career spanning multiple projects. Her known credits total 32, indicating a diverse range of film roles and collaborations. Born in Bayreuth, Bavaria, Germany, Maya Karin has established herself as a prominent figure in the Malaysian film industry.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
32 titles- Telaga Suriram (2025) as Rohaya
- Duyung: Legenda Aurora (2025) as Duyung
- The Experts (2024) as Miranda
- Big Brother Fadil 3 (2022) as Maya
- Alam: Kingdom of Plants (2022) as Meela
- Olympic Dream (2021)
- Alone (2020) as Medical Analyst
- Bulan dan Pria Terhebat (2020)
- Bulan & Pria Terhebat (2020) as Tony
- Munafik 2 (2018) as Sakinah
- Sepahtu Reunion Live (2016)
- Jwanita (2015) as Jwanita
- Nota (2015) as Erin
- Mission: Destroy Love (2014) as Gina
- Lagenda Budak Setan 3: Kasyah (2014)
- Lagenda Budak Setan 2 (2012) as Kate
- Maharaja Lawak Mega (2011)
- Ombak Rindu (2011) as Izzah
- Cun! (2011) as Luna Latisha
- Magika (2010) as Bunian
- Gold Diggers (2009) as Bella
- Duyung (2008) as Duyung
- Punggok Rindukan Bulan (2008) as Umi
- Waris Jari Hantu (2007) as Tina
- Anak Halal (2007) as Johanna
- 1957 Hati Malaya (2007) as Salmi/Normala
- Pontianak Harum Sundal Malam 2 (2005) as Maria, Meriam and Pontianak
- Pontianak Harum Sundal Malam (2004) as Meriam / Maria
- 7 Perhentian (2004) as Doktor Maya
- Mr. Cinderella 2 (2003) as Anis
- No Problem (2001) as Rosnah
- Seri Dewi Malam (2001)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Maya Karin best known for?
Maya Karin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Law of Ueki (2005), No Problem (2001).
When and where was Maya Karin born?
Maya Karin was born on October 29, 1979 in Bayreuth, Bavaria, Germany.
How many credits does Maya Karin have?
Maya Karin has accumulated over 32 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2001 to 2025.
What is Maya Karin's background in cinema and television?
Maya Karin is a German-born Malaysian film actress. She is one of the leading and established actresses in Malaysia's local film industry. Karin has garnered recognition for her performances in movies such as Pontianak Harum Sundal Malam and Ombak Rindu. She holds the record for the most nominations in the Best Actress...
Maya Karin by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- No Problem (2001) as Rosnah — aged about 21
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