Local actor Megat Sharizal says 'plus-sized' physique not a barrier in playing action roles

Megat Sharizal takes on the titular role as Walid in the eponymous film. Photos: Handout

When Malaysian actor Megat Sharizal first accepted director Areel Abu Bakar’s offer to star in the new action film, Walid, he was convinced that he would be cast as one of the antagonists.

Describing himself as someone who’s in his 40s with a “plus-sized” physique, the idea of stepping into the shoes of a hero seemed far-fetched.