Actress Sheryl Ang landed major role soon after Star Search

Sheryl Ang was one of the stand-out contestants on Star Search. ST PHOTO: CHONG JUN LIANG
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SINGAPORE - Sheryl Ang quickly landed a major role in the Channel 8 drama Mister Flower (2020) after taking part in talent competition Star Search in 2019.

But the opportunity also came with intense pressure. Calling her experience on the Rui En and Elvin Ng vehicle "super stressful", the 22-year-old recalls breaking down and crying after filming one day.

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