Nona Asiah (born Asiah Bte Aman, 1931–2024) was a pioneering figure in the development of the Malay music and film industry from the 1950s to the 1970s. Her career as a playback singer for Shaw Brothers and Cathay-Keris studios helped define Malay cinema during this period, working with key figures like composer Zubir Said and actor P. Ramlee. Nona Asiah’s contributions extended beyond performance, as she later mentored younger artists and continued to shape the cultural landscape in Singapore.This acrylic trophy, awarded to Nona Asiah in 2002 by Mediacorp Suria at the Pesta Perdana Emas, commemorates her lifetime achievements in the Malay entertainment industry. Pesta Perdana, often referred to as the “Malay Emmys” of Singapore, honours excellence in the Malay television industry, and this Lifetime Achievement Award reflects Nona Asiah’s enduring impact on the Malay arts scene.
