Top 50 most influential journalists on TikTok in Southeast Asia – Part 3 (50-31)
TikTok has become an unexpected space for journalism, where creators explain the news, comment on current events, and connect with audiences in a relatable tone. It’s now a tool for storytelling, information and visibility.
In Southeast Asia, this shift is especially dynamic. Many journalists also take on roles as broadcasters or familiar TV personalities, which helps them connect with audiences and communicate more effectively on platforms like TikTok. To highlight this evolution, we’ve compiled a list of the 50 most influential journalists on TikTok in the region.
With support from HypeAuditor, an AI-powered influencer marketing platform, we built the ranking using the Audience Quality Score (AQS)—a metric that goes beyond raw follower counts to assess real impact. AQS evaluates engagement, audience authenticity, growth patterns, and overall community quality.
This ranking reflects a broader transformation: journalism now lives on screens, scrolls, and seconds – and it’s speaking directly to millions.
50. Hans Hamid (Singapore)
Hans Hamid is a Singapore based content creator and media commentator who shares lifestyle, motivational content, and social insights on TikTok, Instagram and X, where highlights his engagement with media-related discussions.
Through thoughtful commentary and personal reflections, Hans blends creative digital storytelling with journalistic awareness, positioning himself as a mindful voice in Singapore’s media landscape.
49. Chua Qin Kai (Singapore)
Chua Qin Kai is a bilingual journalist and presenter at Mediacorp’s Channel 8 in Singapore. She anchors flagship news programmes like 10 pm News Tonight and co-hosts Hello Singapore, where she conducts live interviews with guests and political figures.
Qin Kai also reports and produces coverage across a range of topics including politics, economics, housing, and transport.
48. Edward Russell (Singapore)
Edward Russell is a British-Singaporean TV and radio presenter known for his work with Mediacorp, Singapore’s national broadcaster. He hosts the afternoon show Cartunes on Class 95 and has covered major international sports events like the Olympics, Formula 1 Grand Prix, and the Australian Open.
He also worked as a presenter for Fox Sports Asia, leading coverage of MotoGP and football. His approach to sports storytelling and live coverage incorporates journalism, highlighting his ability to inform and engage audiences effectively.
47. Jade Seah (Singapore)
Jade Seah is a Singaporean media personality and former TV host known for her work on shows like The 5 Show and Hello! Singapore. She combines engaging storytelling with journalistic skills to connect with diverse audiences.
Beyond television, Jade shares wellness insights and personal experiences through various media platforms, continuing to build her presence in Singapore’s media landscape.
46. Karthik Kandthey (Singapore)
Karthik Kandthey, is a seasoned TV presenter and emcee based in Singapore. With over 14 years in the entertainment industry, he has hosted a wide range of events, from corporate functions to live concerts, and appeared on television, including Zee Tamil Entertainment.
His work combines live event hosting with elements of journalism, as he engages audiences through storytelling and public communication.
45. Claire Jedrek (Singapore)
Claire Jedrek is a British-born, Singapore-based former race car driver turned TV presenter and broadcaster. She has hosted and commentated major motorsport events, including the Singapore Grand Prix and Blancpain GT Series Asia.
With over 18 years of experience in lifestyle, tech, esports, and fitness media, Claire combines on-screen presenting with journalistic storytelling, working across TV, live events, voice-over, and digital content.
44. Fizie Roslan (Malaysia)
Mohamad Hafizie Roslan is a veteran Malaysian radio announcer and journalist with a career spanning nearly 20 years. He began his broadcasting journey at Manis FM and went on to host shows at Hot FM, Molek FM, and currently leads the Bro Pagi Gegar morning show on Gegar FM under Astro Radio.
As a radio presenter, he delivers news-style segments, interviews, and live community reports, often exploring social issues like his support for firefighters during Ramadan .
43. Nursha Hassan (Malaysia)
Nursha Hassan, is a Malaysian television news presenter for TV3’s Buletin Utama. Her platform features behind-the-scenes moments from her broadcasts and news updates in both English and Malay.
Additionally, she advocates for mental health awareness and hosts live segments aligned with Buletin Utama programmin.
42. Boo Trần (Vietnam)
Boo Tran is a Vietnamese host and presenter for the automotive show XE on VTC News TV. On TikTok he delivers engaging vehicle-related segments that include road safety tips, reviews, and on-the-ground coverage of driving culture in Vietnam.
His work combines informative reporting with casual, field-based storytelling, making transport news accessible and entertaining to a broad audience.
41. Ilham Irfan (Malaysia)
Ilham Irfan is a Malaysian media professional who works as a radio news presenter, professional voice-over talent, and podcast/audio producer. He currently anchors English-language news on RTM and creates content in both English and Bahasa Melayu.
Producing audiobooks, voicing radio dramas, and narrating for corporate clients and government agencies, demonstrating a versatile presence in Malaysia’s audio journalism scene.
40. Norng Narin (Cambodia)
Besides covering sports and international news, Norng Narin a cambodian journalist, explores storytelling in other genres on his YouTube channel, including sharing suspenseful and atmospheric narratives.
This diverse content showcases his versatility as a journalist and content creator, engaging audiences beyond traditional news formats.
39. Ezreena Amir Hamzah (Malaysia)
Ezreena Amir Hamzah is a Malaysian news presenter known for her work with TV3, one of Malaysia’s leading television networks. Besides her journalism career, she is also an accredited trainer with HRD Corp and works as an event planner at The Ceremony Event, showcasing her versatility beyond broadcasting.
On her TikTok account, she shares behind-the-scenes content from her professional life. Her multifaceted career highlights her skills in both journalism and event management.
38. Trung Nghĩa Võ (Vietnam)
Trung Nghĩa Võ is a Vietnamese travel journalist and content creator known for his engaging TikTok account “binological”. He shares immersive travel stories, highlighting Vietnam’s natural beauty, cultural sites, and lesser-known destinations.
Through his digital storytelling, he brings local experiences to a broader audience, blending informative travel insights with vivid visuals.
37. Jovi Lloza (Philippines)
Jovi P. Lloza is a Filipino showbiz journalist and digital storyteller who goes by the on-screen name "Veejo Files". She is active on TikTok where she shares mini entertainment reports, celebrity updates, and behind-the-scenes content crafted like digital columns.
36. Ashikin Hashim "Futbolita" (Singapore)
Ashikin Hashim, better known in social media as “Futbolita”, is a prominent Singaporean sports journalist, TV presenter, FIFA players' agent and entrepreneur, famously dubbed the "Female Voice of Football". In 2008, she founded "Futbolita", a platform for in-depth football interviews and insights, which expanded into TV presenting roles for networks like Eleven Sports and Astro.
Hashim is a FIFA-accredited journalist and agent, notably covering the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Her journalism blends tactical analysis, culture, and fan engagement across digital and broadcast platforms, empowering women in football and spotlighting Asian talent.
35. Fi Austin (Cambodia)
Fi Austin is a Cambodian sports presenter, ring announcer, and commentator who has worked with CTN, CNC, MYTV, and PNN Sport. On TikTok, he shares dynamic behind-the-scenes content from live sports events and ring announcements.
His YouTube channel also features on-site coverage and sports commentary. As a sports journalist and presenter, Fi combines live event reporting with digital storytelling to engage her audience.
34. Randy Gragaz (Indonesia)
Randy Gragaz is an Indonesian media professional and content creator with a background in broadcast journalism. A former presenter for Jogja TV and JTV, he holds a Master’s degree in Communication Studies from Universitas Gadjah Mada.
On TikTok he shares engaging on-the-ground content featuring culinary spots and lifestyle segments across Surabaya and Yogyakarta.
33. Gretchen Ong Ho (Philippines)
Gretchen Ong Ho is a Filipino broadcaster and journalist who began her media career hosting sports shows like Gameday Weekend on ABS‑CBN Sports+Action. She went on to anchor major news programs such as Umagang Kay Ganda, TV Patrol and The Big Story on TV5 and One News. An accomplished former volleyball player for Ateneo, she has earned accolades including Best News Personality (2020 Paragala Media Awards).
In 2025, she launched her own solo news-interview program Morning Matters on One News, marking a significant milestone in her evolving journalistic career.
32. Nutt Piyachat (Thailand)
Nutt Piyachat is a Thai TV journalist and news presenter at Thairath TV on Channel 32, well-known for his on-screen reporting style and field coverage.
He actively shares behind-the-scenes glimpses of his news work on his TikTok channel where he delivers live reports on current events and human-interest stories.
31. Nicole Cordoves (Philippines)
Nicole Cordoves is a Filipino journalist, host, and media personality known for her articulate and engaging public presence. She first gained recognition as Binibining Pilipinas Grand International 2016 and placed first runner-up at Miss Grand International 2016.
Nicole has become a sought-after host and presenter, co-hosting major pageants like Miss Grand International 2017 and Binibining Pilipinas (2018, 2021–2023) alongside Catriona Gray and Pia Wurtzbach.
Discover the next part of the list (numbers 30-11) on August 1.
This list was created with the help of HypeAuditor and is based on the Audience Quality Score (AQS). In case of a tie between two or more personalities, we used the engagement rate to establish the order. The keywords used in our search were 'journalist', 'journalism', 'host', 'reporter' and 'announcer' in all Southeast Asia countries.
This story is written and edited by the Global South World team, you can contact us here.
