Aspiring actors in Singapore now have a chance to land a role in one of the country’s most recognisable film franchises after filmmaker Jack Neo announced an open casting call for his upcoming movie, Ah Boys To Firemen.
The veteran director revealed that auditions are officially underway, with opportunities available for both men and women from all racial backgrounds.
The new film is expected to continue the successful formula established by the Ah Boys To Men series, which has become one of Singapore’s most popular homegrown movie franchises over the past decade.
Open To All Races And Genders
According to the casting announcement, applicants must be between 20 and 30 years old.
Unlike traditional auditions, hopeful candidates can submit their entries through social media platforms, making the process accessible to a wider audience.
Participants are required to record a video lasting between 30 seconds and one minute, showcasing their acting abilities by performing one of several assigned scenes.
The audition video can be uploaded to Instagram, Facebook or TikTok.
Applicants must also tag the production companies involved and include the official campaign hashtags to ensure their submissions are reviewed.
Four Acting Scenarios To Choose From
Those interested in auditioning can select from four different scenes designed to test a variety of acting skills and emotional expressions.
The scenarios include:
- A mother discovering that her child has been hiding their occupation.
- Confronting a romantic partner accused of cheating.
- Witnessing an accident while friends rush to help, but feeling too afraid to act.
- Explaining a mistake and apologising to a teammate.
Participants may perform their scenes in English, Mandarin or a combination of both languages.
Importantly, prior acting experience is not required, although applicants with previous experience may have an advantage during the selection process.
New Chapter For Popular Franchise
The Ah Boys To Men franchise first debuted in 2012 and quickly became a cultural phenomenon in Singapore.
The series follows young Singaporean men navigating National Service and has expanded over the years to showcase different military vocations and experiences.
Previous instalments include
Ah Boys To Men (2012) Ah Boys To Men 2 (2013) Ah Boys To Men 3: Frogmen (2015) Ah Boys To Men 4 (2017)
The upcoming Ah Boys To Firemen is expected to shift the spotlight from military service to Singapore’s firefighting and emergency response community, potentially offering audiences a fresh perspective while retaining the humour and camaraderie that made the original films successful.
Release Planned For Chinese New Year 2027
Selected candidates from the first round of auditions will be invited to attend a second stage of casting before final decisions are made.
With filming preparations now underway, the production team is expected to begin identifying fresh faces who could become the next generation of local screen stars.
Ah Boys To Firemen is currently scheduled for release during the Chinese New Year period in 2027, positioning it as one of Singapore’s major local film releases for the festive season.