Alan Seow and Ena Han Appear at “MSS4” Sharing Session – Candidly Share Their Journey and Practical Advice

As the Overseas Recruitment for “Midlife, Sing & Shine 4” continue to gain momentum, two of Malaysia’s standout representatives from Season 3 — Alan Seow and Ena Han — made a special appearance at a recent sharing session held at Jinv Academy of Performing Arts. The duo engaged with aspiring contestants, offering an inside look into their personal experiences, challenges, and preparation tips, while answering audience questions about the show’s audition process.

Reflecting on her time in MSS 3, Ena smiled as she recalled, “I performed three songs in Hong Kong — it was truly a thrilling experience.” She revealed that over a decade ago, she participated in a major singing competition as a tribute to her father. This time, however, her motivation came from both encouragement and fate.

“I never really liked competitions,” Ena admitted. “It was actually my music teacher who encouraged me to apply. He even sent me the application link — at first, I thought about ignoring it.” Known for getting nervous on stage, even to the point of dizziness, she initially hesitated. But having grown up watching TVB dramas, she felt that representing Malaysia on a TVB stage was a childhood dream come true.

“Before applying, I even asked my late father in heaven for a sign. I used divination sticks for guidance — and that led me to take part in the competition.”

Ena encouraged fellow Malaysians not to miss the opportunity: “There are so many talented singers here in Malaysia. But when they hear they have to fly to Hong Kong, they shy away. Now that TVB is recruiting directly in Malaysia — it’s a rare chance. You must go for it!”

Alan Seow, also a long-time TVB fan, shared his own unforgettable moments from the competition. “When I first stepped into TVB’s studios and saw actors like Danny Lau  and Jack Hui from Come Home Love: Lo And Behold, I was speechless!” he recalled with a laugh.

“After the show, I gained many new fans from both Malaysia and Hong Kong. Just last month, some supporters even set up a fan club for me — that’s probably my biggest reward from this journey.”

Speaking about their audition preparation, Ena admitted with a chuckle that she’s “a bit of a tech dummy.”

“On the last day, my teacher asked if I’d submitted my demo. That’s when I realized I hadn’t! I quickly recorded an a cappella version of Ask Me and submitted it on the spot.”

She also offered a word of advice: “Don’t over-practice on the audition day itself. I saw many contestants backstage pushing their vocals too hard, and by the time they hit the stage, they were exhausted and off-key.”

Alan explained that he submitted a video as part of his audition, as he regularly records cover songs. His tip for first-timers: “Don’t be too nervous, and avoid choosing songs with overly high notes right away.”

During the open Q&A, one audience member asked whether older participants were at a disadvantage. Alan responded confidently, “Not at all. What matters most is how you perform on the spot — not your age.”

Ena agreed, adding, “Age isn’t the issue. If you want good stamina, just take care of your diet and health.”

As for handling stage fright, Alan shared his personal tactic: “Before going on stage, I scream loudly backstage to release the pressure. Then I pour all my emotions into the performance.”

Ena, on the other hand, visualizes the stage constantly in her mind before the real event. “By mentally rehearsing the setting over and over, it eventually feels familiar and less intimidating.”

The event concluded on a high note with live performances by both artists — Ena delivered a heartfelt rendition of I Had a Love Affair, while Alan moved the crowd with The Love You Want, bringing the vibrant and inspiring session to a perfect close.