Malaysian actor Ben Amir gets candid about his life-changing move to Philippines

At 35, with a solid career and local fame, leaving it all behind was no small feat. But Ben Amir knew it was necessary for personal growth. Photo: Ben Amir/Instagram

Leaving behind a 15-year career in Malaysia’s entertainment industry, actor and YouTuber Ben Amir has traded the chaos of city life for the calm shores of Siargao, Philippines.

In a deeply personal video titled The Real Reason I Left Everything Behind | My Island Life Story, Ben opens up about his search for peace, purpose, and the courage it took to start anew.