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Mark Wahlberg's humble Penang visit boosts Malaysia's film appeal

Actor Mark Wahlberg visited Penang, Malaysia, to film the upcoming Netflix production "The Big Fix." His presence generated significant local excitement, with videos of him interacting casually with residents and enjoying local cuisine going viral. Wahlberg's humble demeanor during his visit highlighted Malaysia's increasing attractiveness as a filming location for international projects. AI

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Mark Wahlberg's humble Penang visit boosts Malaysia's film appeal

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Iman Muttaqin Yusof ·

    Mark Wahlberg savours Penang’s charm as Malaysians floored by star’s humility

    Mark Wahlberg shed the aura of a Hollywood star when he savoured street food and mingled with locals in Penang while filming Netflix’s The Big Fix. His trip delighted Malaysians and highlighted the country’s growing appeal to global productions. Videos of Wahlberg, who played a f…