Tanglin (TV series)
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| Tanglin | |
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| Genre | Socio-drama Dramedy Family Coffeshop |
| Written by | Tan Wei Lyn Prasad Joanne Teo Lynette Chiu Sam Lee Timothy Teoh |
| Directed by | Ong Kuo Sin S. Deakarajen Alex Tan J Cheung Pui Chung Don Aravind Christopher Lim |
| Starring | Wee Soon Hui Darryl Yong Jae Liew James Seah Laurence Pang Charlie Goh Mathialagan M Eswari Gunasagar James Kumar Yuvina Malathi Ram Richard Low Margaret Lim Constance Song Nat Ho Eden Ang Valere Ng Rahman Rahim Masura Ahmed Syirah Jusni Fauzie Laily |
| Opening theme | Season 1 : Shine A Light by Jack & Rai Season 2 & 3 : Opening Title by Lydia Lee & Ray Ong |
| Country of origin | Singapore |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 3 |
| No. of episodes | 823 |
| Production | |
| Production locations | Infinite Studios Mediacorp Studios |
| Running time | approx. 20-22 minutes per episode |
| Original release | |
| Network | Mediacorp Channel 5 |
| Release | 30 June 2015 – 28 September 2018 |
| Related | |
Tanglin is a Singaporean drama produced by Mediacorp.[1] Tanglin premiered on 30 June 2015[2] and was broadcast on Mediacorp Channel 5 at 8:30pm every weekday with a repeat at 12am and 1.30pm the next day. The series finale aired on 28 September 2018. The repeat telecast was aired every weekday at 2pm from 8 Feb 2021 and now airs at 4pm starting 23 May 2022.
The series have started special guest appearances have been made by local celebrities like Kimberly Chia, Taufik Batisah,[3] and second generation radio disc jockey Mike Kasem.[4]
Plot[edit]
Tanglin is a daily drama that centres on the lives of multiracial and multigenerational families – mainly the Tongs, Bhaskars, Rahmans, and Lims – residents of a middle-income neighbourhood in the Holland Village, Tanglin, and Commonwealth areas; their lives reflect the joys, trials and tribulations of everyday Singaporeans. In 2016, the families are entering a new chapter of their lives – from the teens moving on to National Service and University, the arrival of Norleena and Vanessa's babies, to Kwong San's life post-retirement from KS Foods. New romances blossom, while old relationships are put to the test as various fresh faces enter the lives of the Tanglin community.
Cast[edit]
The Lims[edit]
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Richard Low | Kwong San, a traditional businessman, is the head of the Lim family, though some might argue it is actually his wife Bee Li. He always wanted his son Jun Kai to succeed him despite protests from his daughter Xue Ling. |
| Margaret Lim | Toh Bee Li, Wife of successful businessman Kwong San, Bee Li plays the role of the supportive spouse and devoted mother to Jun Kai and Xue Ling. A loose cannon, her words are often deemed as harsh and uncaring. |
| Constance Song | Lim Xue Ling, Despite her aptitude for business, Xue Ling is overlooked as the successor of the family business because she is a woman. She is strict with Michael and Melissa as opposed to Adam's ‘nice-guy' approach. |
| Nat Ho | Lim Jun Kai (Jay Lim), Reluctant successor to the KS Foods legacy, Jun Kai is the son of Kwong San. He returns from overseas after many years, and through a run-in with Diana, ends up being an integral part of the Tongs. |
| Amirah Yahya | Wati, maid of the Lims' family. She has a good heart but often bungles up simple instructions much to Bee Li's annoyance. |
The Tongs[edit]
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Laurence Pang | Tong Ah Biao, Ordinary senior citizen Ah Biao adores his daughter-in-law Li Yan and the grandchildren. He is fiercely independent, because he doesn't want to be seen as a burden to the family. He stays active by working as a taxi driver. |
| Wee Soon Hui | Tong Li Yan nee Au-Yeong, Li Yan, the matriarch of the Tongs, took over the care of Robert's four children and his father Ah Biao when Robert died. Despite this, she remains resilient and optimistic. She runs the popular Tanglin Coffee House. |
| Adam Chen | Adam Tong, Husband to Xue Ling and eldest son of the Tong household, Adam chose to be a househusband to focus on his children, but earned the ire of his in-laws. He has a temper and uses MMA as an outlet to de-stress. |
| Darryl Yong | Ben Tong, Ben is a good-humoured, sensitive new age guy who avoids confrontations and hurting people's feelings. He gave up his studies to help Li Yan run the coffee house. A lifetime Liverpool F.C. supporter, he enjoys playing football during his free time. |
| James Seah | Chris Tong, Older twin to Diana, Chris is a bright but unrealistic chancer with a strong sense of entitlement. He is always looking for ways to make a quick buck. He was in a long term relationship with girlfriend Suzanne, whom he eventually marries. |
| Jae Liew | Diana Tong, Younger twin to Chris, Diana is a kick-ass tomboy with a down-to-earth personality. She went full-time into business to help with the family's financial load. She is caring and selfless, and cares deeply for Li Yan. |
| Charlie Goh | Eddie Tong, Li Yan's only biological child. Eddie is the youngest in the Tong household. He is spoiled by grandfather Ah Biao, who tries to make up for his lack of father figure. |
| Eden Ang/Royston Ong Jun Xiong | Michael Tong, Calm headed and mature. Michael is the son of Xue Ling and Adam, and the only grandson of the Lim family. |
| Valere Ng | Melissa Tong, Melissa is the daughter of Xue Ling and Adam. Intelligent and bubbly, she likes to annoy her brother Michael by telling on him. She feels pressured to perform well in school like Michael did. |
The Bhaskars[edit]
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Mathialagan M | Bhaskar Ram, A caring, dedicated doctor and a dutiful responsible father, Bhaskar is a good son who married the woman of his parents' choice. He lives life according to the rules. |
| Yuvina Malathi Ram | Meera Bhaskar nee Prakash, The perfect doctor's wife and sophisticated hostess, her ambition is deftly hidden beneath the veneer of gentility and grace. She lives vicariously through her children and goes to great lengths to ensure their well-being and success. |
| Eswari Gunasagar | Shruti Bhaskar, Pretty and popular, Shruti is a celebrity blogger. Her experience with online bullies made her realise who her real friends are – nerdy Michael and oddball Eddie – who have stuck with her through thick and thin. Former mean girl Pam has also proven to be a good friend. |
| James Kumar | Arjun Bhaskar, Accomplished, cocky and confident bordering on arrogant, Arjun has led a very charmed life. Training to be a paediatrician, his world is turned upside down when he develops feelings for Diana. |
| Grace Kalaiselvi | Lathika, The Bhaskars' family maid. Coming from a small village in India, she was married off at the age of eighteen and kicked out of the family when her husband died in a road accident. She moved to Singapore to work as a maid to support her siblings and ageing parents. |
The Rahmans[edit]
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Mastura Ahmad | Salmah Samsudin, Happy-go-lucky Salmah has suffered personal tragedy, having lost both her husband and son. She still counts her blessings every day as she settles into a new role as grandmother to Rayyan, and a potential new career in nursing. |
| Syirah Jusni | Norleena Abdul Rahman, The younger daughter of Salmah. Married to Sulaiman, she has always hoped to fulfil her ambition to be a full-time housewife. She constantly feels outshone by her academically brilliant sister Nadiah. |
| Fauzie Laily[5] | Sulaiman Hassan, Sulaiman is a duty-bound man who works as a Fire and Rescue Special with the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF). He is easy-going and patient with Norleena's constant demands while managing Salmah's expectations. |
| Muhamad Zayyan Iffat | Rayyan, Norleena and Sulaiman's son. The bundle of joy in the Rahmans household. |
| Elfaeza Ul Haq | Nadiah Abdul Rahman, The elder daughter of Salmah. Being career focused, she puts her job first and does not want to get married until she has properly settled down with enough earnings. (EP 1 - 200) |
Additional cast[edit]
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Mainly associated with Lim family | |
| Tay Ping Hui | Peter Tay |
| Kimberly Chia / Kimberly Wang | Lauren Chong |
| Kayly Loh | Felicia Ng |
| Gordon Choy | Han Xiong |
| Mainly associated with Tong family | |
| Rahman Rahim | Zulkifli "Abang Zul" Salim |
| Bridget Fernandez | Mrs Pereira |
| Rosalind Pho | Vanessa Kwok |
| Shwen Lee | Grace Kwok |
| Silver Ang | Gina Lee |
| Eleanor Tan | Vivian Lee |
| Gayle Nerva | Suzanne Monteiro |
| Mainly associated with Rahman family | |
| Hatta Said | Wafiq Fayad |
| Mujahid Mahamood | Amir Johan |
| Siti Nur A’isha Binte Mahmood | Arianna Johan |
| Aleeyah Nabilah / Hannah Alya Tan | Kalila Wafiq |
| Jasmani Basri | Hassan Jamal |
| Aishah Ahmad | Atiqah Azman |
| Muhammad Danial | Faisal Hassan |
| Sarah Aulia | Fatimah Hassan |
| Mainly associated with Bhaskar family | |
| Krissy Jesudason | Tanya Clarke |
| Christina Kydoniefs | Joy Clarke |
| Mike Kasem | Jamie Clarke |
| Sherly Devonne Ng | Pamela Poh |
| Paul Nagaoka | Jared Toh |
| Alan M Wong | Shawn Chee |
| Fadhli Abdullah | Firdaus |
| Other friends and antagonists | |
| Teddy Tang | Alex |
| Suhaimi Yusof | Chef Adnan Salim |
| Lydia Asyiqin | Izzy Rasdin |
| Taufik Batisah | Khairul Anuar |
| Louis C Hillyard | Mark De Cruz |
| Wallace Ang | Wayne Teo |
| Jade Rasif | Sheila Oh |
Accolades[edit]
Asian Television Award[edit]
| Asian Television Awards – Acting Awards | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Category | Nominated work / Nominees | Result |
| Asian Television Awards 2017 | Best Drama Serial | — | Nominated |
| Best Actress In Supporting Role | Krissy Jesudason | Nominated | |
References[edit]
- ^ "Tanglin: The show you never knew people loved is coming to an end". CNA Lifestyle. Retrieved 2019-04-08.
- ^ Chan, Boon (8 July 2015). "Familiar plotlines cannot keep viewers hooked". The Straits Times. p. 8. Retrieved 4 January 2024 – via NewspaperSG.
- ^ Yip, Wai Yee (15 December 2016). "Taufik to join Tanglin cast". The Straits Times. p. 10. Retrieved 5 January 2024 – via NewspaperSG.
- ^ Yip, Wai Yee. "New Channel 5 series Tanglin has 199 episodes". The Straits Times. Retrieved 2019-04-14.
- ^ Noor, Ashikin Abdul Rahman (11 November 2015). "Tanglin actor Fauzie Laily's star is rising". The New Paper. p. 14. Retrieved 5 January 2024 – via NewspaperSG.