Pyay Ti Oo

Born on November 30, 1978, in Yangon, Myanmar, Pyay Ti Oo is the middle child of Dr. Tin Maung Oo and Ti Ti. His family relocated to Mokpalin shortly after his birth. He pursued higher education at Mandalay Technological University, earning a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Civil Engineering. His career in entertainment commenced while he was still a student, making his initial significant appearance in 1999 on the “Myanmar Language” program broadcast by Myanmar Radio and Television. His acting debut in film was as a supporting actor in “Yan Kyway.”

Pyay Ti Oo’s acting career gained substantial momentum in 2009 with several successful films including “Chit-Pan Wah Wah,” “Cho Lein” (Artificial Treat), “Yin-Bat Chin A-Nyi,” and “Kyama Pakhon Hma Leikpya Lay Dwe Na Khe Bu De.” That year, he starred in six films and numerous television advertisements. His talent was officially recognized when he received the Best Lead Actor Award at the Myanmar Academy Award Ceremony in 2012 for his performance as Min Htin Si in the 2011 film “Adam, Eve and Datsa.” His roles often showcase a range from romantic leads to complex, sometimes villainous, characters.

Beyond his acting career, Pyay Ti Oo has engaged in significant social work. In 2011, he established the “Pyay Ti Oo Education Foundation” with an initial investment of 10 million kyats (approximately $10,000 USD). This foundation provides scholarships to economically disadvantaged students pursuing medical degrees, under specific conditions such as working in Myanmar for five years post-graduation. He actively participated in fundraising efforts for the foundation, organizing concerts with fellow artists. In February 2021, Pyay Ti Oo joined the anti-coup movement in Myanmar, participating in rallies and social media campaigns, which led to his arrest and subsequent release in March 2022.