Than Shwe is a retired Burmese army general who held influential positions within Myanmar's government. Serving as the chairman of the State Peace and Development Council (SPDC) from 1992 to 2011, he played a significant role in shaping the country's political landscape. During his tenure, he exercised considerable authority, contributing to a centralized power structure. His governance saw the implementation of various policies aimed at economic development, modernization and infrastructure improvements. Than Shwe was also involved in efforts to stabilize the country and manage internal conflicts. While his leadership was marked by significant achievements, it also faced scrutiny and criticism, particularly regarding allegations of human rights abuses and restrictions on political freedoms. Than Shwe's tenure coincided with a period of political transition and international scrutiny, with Myanmar experiencing both internal and external challenges.
Khin Nyunt is a retired Burmese army general widely recognized for his influential role in shaping Myanmar's political dynamics. Serving as the Chief of Intelligence and Prime Minister of Myanmar from 25 August 2003 to 18 October 2004, he played a crucial part in the nation's history. During his tenure, Khin Nyunt oversaw significant developments in Myanmar's intelligence and apparatus and government policies. He was instrumental in implementing reforms aimed at modernizing intelligence operations and promoting national security interests. However his leadership faced challenges, and he was eventually removed from power in 2004 amid political reshuffles within the ruling military junta. Despite his removal from office, Khin Nyunt's legacy continued to be debated, with some viewing him as a reformist figure and others critiquing his approach to governance.
Kyaw Zaw was one of the founders of the Tatmadaw and a member of the Thirty Comrades who trained in Japan in the struggle for independence from Britain. He was also one of the leaders of the Communist Party of Burma, and had lived in exile in Yunnan Province, China, since 1989 after retiring from politics.
Min Aung Hlaing is a Burmese army general who has ruled Myanmar as the chairman of the State Administration Council (SAC) since seizing power in the February 2021 coup d'état. He additionally appointed himself Prime Minister of Myanmar in August 2021, and assumed presidential duties in July 2024. He has led the Tatmadaw, an independent branch of government, as the Commander-in-chief of Defence Services since March 2011, when he was handpicked to succeed longtime military ruler Senior General Than Shwe, who transferred leadership over the country to a civilian government upon retiring. Before assuming leadership over the Tatmadaw, Min Aung Hlaing served as Joint Chief of Staff from 2010 to 2011. Min Aung Hlaing is the first Defence Services Academy (DSA) graduate in Myanmar to lead a military coup as well as the first DSA graduate to become Commander-in-Chief of Defence Services.
Kin Maung Yin was an influential Burmese artist who was recognized as one of the leaders in the first generation of Burma's modern art movement together with Win Pe and Paw Oo Thet. Kin Maung Yin was the leader of this group which in addition to Win Pe and Paw Oo Thett soon included Baji Aung Soe, Nan Waii, Shwe Oung Thame. He died at Yangon on 10 June 2014 at the age of 76.
Maung Weik is a Burmese tycoon. He is currently chairman of the Mandalay Business Capital City Development (MBCCD) and the Sae Paing Company.
The Myanmar Motion Picture Academy Awards are presented annually to honour both artistic and technical excellence of professionals in the Burmese Film Industry of Myanmar. The awards ceremony has been held annually since 1952. Each winner is presented with a golden statue and in recent years also a cash prize.
Nay Shwe Thway Aung, also known as Phoe La Pyae, is a Burmese public figure, business tycoon and musician. He is the grandson of Senior General Than Shwe, a retired senior army general and former Prime Minister of Myanmar. He has gained prominence for his involvement in various Business Ventures and has been associated with providing support to Myanmar's ruling regime and military government.
Patricia, also Sue Sha Naing, is a Burmese actress and model. She began her entertainment career in 2012 as a photo model. She then made her acting debut in 2015, and gained popularity after starring in the film Yarzawin Yine Thu Myar which brought her wider recognition.
Kyaw Htet Aung is a Burmese television host, MC, actor and model. He is best known for hosting in the televised singing competition show Myanmar Idol, which propelled him to fame in Myanmar.
Major General Tin Sein was a Burmese military official and major general in the Myanmar Army. He has served as Deputy Minister of Defence of Myanmar under Ne Win's cabinet.
A Linn Yaung is a Burmese actor, model and singer. He was nominated for the Best Actor award at the 2018 Myanmar Academy Award for his performance in the film The Bride.
Kyaw Kyaw Bo is a Myanmar Academy Award winning Burmese actor, singer, traditional dancer and sometime comedian with the Burmese traditional anyeint troupe Htawara Hninzi. He won the 2018 Myanmar Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor with the film Clinging with Hate. He is best known for his role in the film A Story Long Ago (2010) and The Dark Cinema (2019). Throughout his career, he has acted in over 300 films.
Alinkar Kyawswa is the highest national honor of recognition of an individual for their artistic skills by the government of Myanmar. From 1949 to 2022, there were about 57 recipients of this award in Myanmar.
Kyaw Hsu, also spelt Kyaw Su is a Burmese television actor and singer. He is best known for his role in television series Chit Thu Htwin Tae Atkhayar (2017), Oo Yin Mhu Phit Phu Chin The (2017), Shwe Phoo Sar Sone Yar Myay (2018), Room No.? (2019) and Legends of Warriors (2020).
Responsible Citizen is a 2019 Burmese political action film, directed by Steel starring Nay Toe, Min Maw Kun, Htun Htun, Nay Htet Lin, Nay Myo Aung, Zin Wine, Min Thway, Si Phyo, Moe Yan Zun, Htun Ko Ko, Shwe Thamee and Awn Seng. The film, produced by Arr Man Production premiered Myanmar on August 8, 2019.
Tin Tin Nwet was a Burmese actress. She won Best Actress Award in the 1970 Myanmar Motion Picture Academy Awards. She had acted as a leading actress in about 43 Burmese films.
Ma Nyein Thaw Mee is a 2002 Burmese drama film, directed by Naung Htun Lwin and Nyi Nyi Htun Lwin starring Dwe, Moht Moht Myint Aung, Nandar Hlaing, Nay Aung and Cho Pyone.
The Beloved is a Burmese drama television series directed by Ei Ei Khine starring Sithu Win, Wint Yamone Naing, Zin Wine, Moht Moht Myint Aung, Myat Hmue Wadi Kyaw, Phone Myint Myat, May Sue Maung and Lin Myat. It is an official remake of the 2017 Filipino television series My Dear Heart which aired on ABS-CBN. It was produced by Niyyayana Entertainment and edited by May Oo Myint.
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