#SHOWBIZ: Sharifah Haneesya: 'I'm not harming anyone; please don't punish me'

KUALA LUMPUR: Actress and model Sharifah Haneesya Hanee has expressed her exasperation that an error she committed nearly a decade ago continues to dog her life. Sharifah Haneesya, 26, has been relentlessly appearing on podcasts to seek public forgiveness for her past transgression. She recounted, "I made a mistake nearly nine years ago, and I still find myself on podcasts today apologising for it."

Each appearance on a podcast has elicited supportive messages from netizens, who have commended her remorse. Sharifah Haneesya remains resolute, stating, "I don't care how many times I have to swallow my pride and go on podcasts to apologize; it's the only way I know to make amends." Reflecting on her experiences, she realized her constant apologies have enabled others to exploit her.

She expressed, "But looking at what's happening around me, I've realised how foolish I've been—even after all these years, I've continued to let people take advantage of my situation." Sharifah Haneesya emphasized that she harbours no ill will towards anyone and questioned the rationale behind being punished for a past mistake. She asked, "What exactly did I do wrong to any of you?"

Despite her numerous apologies, Sharifah Haneesya still faces criticism, including discrimination based on her skin colour, and has struggled to land acting roles.