Singaporean actor Richie Koh receives Bright Star Award at film festival in Chicago
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Local actor Richie Koh was honoured with the Bright Star Award at the Asian Pop-Up Cinema in Chicago on Mar 21 during the US premiere screening of the Singapore film A Good Child.
Singaporean actor Richie Koh has been honoured with the Bright Star Award at the 20th edition of the Asian Pop-Up Cinema Festival in Chicago, marking a milestone moment for the local star and Singapore cinema on the international stage.
The award was presented on Saturday (Mar 21) during the US premiere screening of the Singapore film A Good Child at AMC NewCity 14. The screening was attended by Koh and the film’s director Ong Kuo Sin, who introduced the film and took part in a post-screening Q&A with the audience.
The Bright Star Award recognises emerging talents in the early or mid stages of their careers who have made a notable impact in the industry and show strong potential for future achievements.
In A Good Child, Koh portrays a drag queen navigating questions of identity while grappling with family expectations.
Speaking during his acceptance speech, Koh expressed pride in bringing the film to American audiences.
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