{
  "id": 11083492,
  "title": "#SHOWBIZ: Indonesian star Caitlin Halderman eyes Malaysian career after Viu horror debut",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/showbiz-indonesian-star-caitlin-halderman-eyes-malaysian-career-after",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-01T02:00:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2026/10/1545165/showbiz-indonesian-star-caitlin-halderman-eyes-malaysian-career"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KUALA LUMPUR - Indonesian actress Caitlin Halderman aspires for a flourishing career in Malaysia following her debut in the horror drama series, The Hidden Hand (Dia Perempuan Sialan). The 26-year-old spent a month filming in Malaysia, where she felt right at home due to the welcoming local culture. She expressed her desire to return for future projects, praising the warmth of the Malaysian people. Although she only visited Malaysia four years ago for three days, this time provided her with a taste of daily life. Language was a minor challenge, as the script was in Bahasa Malaysia while her character was Indonesian; however, her castmates made her feel at ease. The 12-episode series premiered on September 18 on Viu, starring Meerqeen, Hannah Delisha, and Datin Seri Umie Aida. The cast and crew frequently exchanged ideas and shared insights into the Malaysian entertainment industry. Caitlin admitted that the possession scenes, requiring immense physical stamina and emotional intensity, were the toughest moments on set. Her background as a former water polo player helped her develop the discipline, patience, and physical endurance needed for demanding shoot days. Caitlin's acting career started by chance when she landed a commercial audition and was later invited to audition for a feature film.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: Indonesian actress Caitlin Halderman hopes her debut in horror drama series ‘The Hidden Hand’ (Dia Perempuan Sialan) will mark the start of a successful acting career in Malaysia.",
  "key_points": [
    "Indonesian actress Caitlin Halderman aims for Malaysia career post horror debut.",
    "Filmed 12-episode series \"The Hidden Hand\" in Malaysia for a month.",
    "Praises Malaysian culture, language challenge minor, cast made her feel at ease."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}