Scha Alyahya

Model, actor, entrepreneur

Tatler Asia

This Malaysian style icon and actress is a social media superstar

A Malaysian actress, style icon, and social media powerhouse, Scha Alyahya established herself as a household name with almost two decades of experience in the entertainment industry, getting her big break as the winner of a 2006 beauty pageant before a role in the film Antoofighter: Amukan Drakulat. She has since gone on to star in Histeria, Evolusi KL Drift 2 and the celebrated TV series Awan Dania.

Renowned for consistently being on trend, she recently made waves by walking for Alia Bastamam during Dubai Fashion Week, also donning an Alia Bastamam gown at the Venice Film Festival. Her work in entertainment continues to captivate audiences with her most recent project, Telaga Suriram. In addition to her onscreen work, Scha is in the process of developing her own fashion label as she aims to leave a legacy as an entertainer who embodies perseverance, authenticity, and confidence.

Scha is also one half of Malaysia’s favourite power couple, married to Awal Ashaari with two daughters: Lara Alana and Lyla Amina.

Impacted Industries


  • Entertainment

Did You Know?


Scha Alyahya is a self-confessed tech geek and is passionate about technology, especially the ways in which it improves people’s lives. She also says that she is obsessed with productivity, and is always seeking ways to be more efficient in how she works.

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