1. Early Life and Background
Shahz Jaszle's early life was marked by his diverse heritage and an initial ambition outside the entertainment world, which he later transitioned into through unexpected opportunities.
1.1. Childhood and Aspirations
Born on July 30, 1988, Muhammad Shahrizal Jaszle Jasmin is of mixed Chinese, Pakistani, and Malay descent, being the fifth of seven siblings. Before entering the acting profession, Shahz Jaszle harbored a strong desire to become a chef. To pursue this ambition, he enrolled in a hotel and catering course at Kolej Komuniti in Selangor, aiming to build a career in the culinary arts.
1.2. Early Career Experiences
During his studies, Shahz Jaszle gained practical experience working as a waiter at a TGI Friday restaurant. His entry into the entertainment industry was largely coincidental; he initially accompanied a friend to an audition for the television program Naratif Remaja. While there, he was encouraged to try out himself and was ultimately selected. This unexpected opportunity marked his debut in the performing arts. Following his participation in Naratif Remaja, he began to receive offers for acting roles and actively engaged in modeling assignments, gradually shifting his focus from his culinary aspirations to a burgeoning career in entertainment.
2. Career
Shahz Jaszle's career in the Malaysian entertainment industry spans over a decade, marked by significant roles that propelled him to fame, personal challenges that influenced his professional decisions, and continuous engagement in new projects.
2.1. Debut and Early Roles
Shahz Jaszle officially began his journey in the Malaysian entertainment industry in 2006. His early work included appearances in the RTM TV drama series Tari Tirana and the TV program Remaja Naratif. He first gained significant recognition for his portrayal of Ash in Tari Tirana in 2009. His acting career further solidified with his role as Fendi in the TV series Luna Fantasiku, after which he received more consistent offers for dramas, including Tari Tirana, which further elevated his profile.
2.2. Rise to Popularity
Shahz Jaszle's presence in the industry began to capture widespread attention and garnered a significant following, particularly after his impactful performance as Asmara in the television series of the same name. This role, where he played a teenager forced into marriage, earned him critical acclaim and made him a popular figure. His subsequent roles in other successful TV series, such as Gemilang, where he played Saifullah, and Tahajjud Cinta, in which he portrayed Azihan, further cemented his status as a leading actor and contributed to his widespread popularity by 2011.
2.3. Career Adjustments and Personal Impact
Following a significant personal incident in 2013, Shahz Jaszle made considerable adjustments to his career management and public approach. On February 21, 2014, he announced that he had appointed his sister as his manager, citing a lack of trust in external parties after his 2013 arrest. He emphasized a heightened sense of caution in his professional life, leading his mother, Zaleha, to accompany him to all filming locations and entertainment events. Since the 2013 incident, Shahz Jaszle has maintained a more reserved presence on social media and in his professional interactions, despite receiving continuous acting offers. He explained that his decisions were influenced by the involvement of his wife and children, and possibly an age-related component, leading him to prioritize family life. He limits social engagements after filming, focusing instead on home responsibilities and taking his children to school, driven by a desire to ensure his children do not face future challenges due to his public life.
2.4. Recent Projects and Developments
In recent years, Shahz Jaszle has continued to take on significant roles in both films and dramas. In 2017, he starred as Jeff in the film Lebuhraya Ke Neraka, directed by Mamat Khalid. In 2024, he undertook a challenging physical transformation for his role in the film Mayang, aiming to lose 22 lb (10 kg) in just 23 days. He stated that the character, a university student, required him to follow a strict diet of only 500 calories per day. To accelerate his metabolism and reduce fat without experiencing hunger, he followed an HCG diet, which he stated was conducted under the advice and guidance of a clinic. His recent drama appearances include Senyawa, where he played Iskandar, and Wanita Milik Kaiden, both released in 2024.
3. Personal Life
Shahz Jaszle's personal life has been a subject of public interest, particularly concerning his relationships and marriage.
3.1. Engagement and Marriage
On December 8, 2012, Shahz Jaszle became engaged to Redwani Putri. However, their engagement was dissolved in June 2013. Despite reports of a potential reconciliation and plans for a wedding later in 2014, the marriage did not proceed with Redwani Putri. Shahz Jaszle officially married model Nur Hanis Husna binti Mohamad Nadzree on May 1, 2015.
4. Controversies and Legal Issues
Shahz Jaszle has been involved in a notable legal controversy that significantly impacted his public image and personal life.
4.1. Khalwat Charges
On May 16, 2013, the Petaling Regional Sharia Low Court issued an order for Shahz Jaszle to appear in court to face allegations of Khalwat (a religious offense in Islamic law involving close proximity between unmarried individuals of opposite sexes). The charges were brought against him and a 23-year-old bank employee named Farah Nurizzati Salleh. The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) had arrested Shahz Jaszle and Farah near the Sri Subang Park Apartment at approximately 3:30 AM, following a public complaint. Judge Abd Halim commanded Shahz Jaszle to defend himself against the allegations. On November 13 of the same year, Farah Nurizzati Salleh acknowledged her mistake in court and was subsequently fined a maximum of 3.00 K MYR.
5. Filmography
Shahz Jaszle has an extensive filmography across various media, including feature films, television dramas, telefilms, and other television appearances.
5.1. Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | 
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Azura | Zack Zakaria | Debut film | 
| 2014 | Kami Histeria | College student | Star actor | 
| 2017 | Lebuhraya Ke Neraka | Jeff | |
| 2024 | Mayang | University student | 
5.2. Drama
| Year | Title | Role | TV channel | Notes | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Luna Fantasiku | Fendi | Gua.com.my | Debut drama | 
| 2009 | Bio-Nik | Adi (Abdul Hadi) | TV3 | |
| Tari Tirana | Ashraf | |||
| 2010 | Asmara | Asmara | ||
| Bola Cinta | Haziq | TV2 | ||
| Telah Dihalalkan Epal Itu | Khalim | TV AlHijrah | ||
| Mistik Alam Hitam | Astro Prima | Episode: Kamera | ||
| 2011 | Bunga April | Johar | TV3 | |
| Pengantin Untuk Dijual | Iskandar | Astro Box Office | ||
| Gemilang | Saifullah | TV3 | ||
| Asmara 2 | Asmara | |||
| Ayu Suraya | Kamal | Astro Prima | ||
| Tahajjud Cinta | Azihan | TV3 | ||
| 2012 | Atas Nama Cinta | Tengku Farish | ||
| 3 Janji | Khursyi / Kamil | |||
| 2013 | Cinta Qaseh | Arash | ||
| Rindu Bertamu Di Abu Dhabi | Faiz | |||
| Sehangat Asmara | Azman | |||
| Iman Nabila | Iman | TV3 | ||
| Kampung Girl | Faisal | |||
| 2014 | Lembayung Kasihmu | Fansuri | TV2 | |
| Kristal Maya | Ezam | TV3 | ||
| 2015 | Tabir Zulaikha | Ammar | ||
| Bidadari | Adi | |||
| Maria Terindah | Aris | HyppTV | ||
| Abang Sado Jemur Kain | Marzuki | TV3 | ||
| 2016 | Nasi Minyak Kuah Cinta | Dr Haris | ||
| Lara Aishah | Zack | Astro Prima | ||
| Bagaikan Kelip-Kelip | Fairuz | TV9 | ||
| Cinta Masam Manis | Erman | TV3 | ||
| 2017 | Black Belt Kaler Pink | Ustaz Salam | Astro Warna | |
| Titian Cinta | Daniel | TV3 | ||
| 2018 | Melankolia | Borhan | ||
| Cinta Fatamorgana | Jamil | |||
| Isteri Untuk Diiktiraf | Tengku Wafie | TV1 | ||
| Cinta Bukan Kristal | Fahmi | TV3 | ||
| 2019 | Setelah Cinta Itu Pergi | Muiz Lukman | ||
| Cinta Tanpa Henti | Arman | |||
| Jodoh-Jodoh Annisa | Alex | Astro Prima | ||
| Iktibar | TV3 | Episode: Kerana Cemburu | ||
| 30 Pesanan Suara | Azham | |||
| 2020 | Rindu Yang Terindah | Dr Kamal | ||
| Beri Sedikit Waktu | Farhan | |||
| 2021 | Ayahanda | Ramli | ||
| 2022 | Cinta Amnesia | Izman | ||
| Bila Hati Memilih Dia | Fadhil | |||
| Lockdown 2 | Astro Ria | |||
| Cinta Hilang Kata | Rain Akhtar | Astro Prima | ||
| Takdir Cinta Dhia | Huzair | |||
| 2023 | Serpihan Sayang | Syakir | TV3 | |
| Nak Dengar Cerita Hantu? | DEGUP | |||
| Sempurnakah Cinta Kita? | Alif | Awesome TV | ||
| 2024 | Senyawa | Iskandar | IQIYI | |
| Wanita Milik Kaiden | TV3 | 
5.3. Telefilm
| Year | Title | Role | TV channel | 
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Anak Emak | TV1 | |
| 2009 | Dari Mata Ke Hati | ||
| Bila Mama Pakai Celana | TV2 | ||
| 2011 | Pondok Ingatan Cinta | Farish | TV1 | 
| Kemaafan Sakura | Aliff | TV3 | |
| 2012 | Landasan Cinta | Kapten Umar | |
| 2014 | Menghitung Rahmat Tuhan | Hadi | TV9 | 
| 2015 | Sawan | Aliff | TV3 | 
| 2016 | Air Mata Xinjiang | TV2 | |
| 2017 | Izinkan Aku Menebus Dosa | Nazri | TV9 | 
| 2018 | Adakah Aku Bersalah? | Bront | TV3 | 
| Neraka Kasih Maisarah | Budin | ||
| 2019 | Cinta Disertasi | TV1 | 
5.4. Television Appearances
| Year | Title | Role | TV channel | Notes | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Betul ke Bohong? | Guest Artist | Astro Warna | Season 1; Episode 13 | 
| 2017 | Ketuk-Ketuk Ramadan | Guest Artist | TV1 | Episode 2 | 
6. Awards and Nominations
Shahz Jaszle has received several accolades and nominations throughout his career, particularly during his early rise to prominence.
6.1. Major Awards and Recognitions
In 2010, Shahz Jaszle was recognized with multiple honors. He received an award for Best Men's Clothing at the 23rd Malaysian Film Festival. That same year, he was honored with "The Warmest Boys Award" at the Cosmopolitan Fun, Fearless, Fabulous 2010 Awards. Additionally, he was nominated for "Popular Male New Artist" at the 2010 Daily News Popular Star Award.
| Year | Award | Category | Decision | 
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 23rd Malaysian Film Festival | Best Men's Clothing | - | 
| Cosmopolitan Fun, Fearless, Fabulous 2010 Award | The Warmest Boys Award | - | |
| 2010 Daily News Popular Star Award | Popular Male New Artist | - |