KUALA LUMPUR: Actress Mia Sara Shauki, the daughter of popular actor, director and producer Datuk Afdlin Shauki, aspires to follow in the footsteps of her father.
In a recent news report, she said that her dream of becoming a film director stemmed from her exposure to filmmaking since she was a preteen.
"Since I was little, I used to accompany my father to film sets. I learned a lot from the crew and this year, there is so much I want to accomplish.
"Besides acting, I also plan to produce my own short film this year. I already have some ideas and know who I want as cast members," she said.
Mia Sara, 25, admitted that she was not able to escape the shadow of her father's popularity.
However, the Harimau Malaya: The Untold Journey actress understands the challenges her father has faced and accepts the advice and guidance he has given her.
"The challenges in this industry are not easy because many people will come forward with their own opinions. Whatever we do, we will always be judged," she said.
Mia Sara will soon appear in a new drama Din Tiger, directed by her father.