Phua Chu Kang, the beloved character brought to life by Gurmit Singh, was a staple in Malaysian households during the 2000s. Known for his quirky antics and distinctive style, Phua Chu Kang has left a lasting impression on fans.

Having retired from full-time television in 2014, Gurmit Singh has recently resurfaced in Malaysia, making a splash with a new TikTok video. In the video, a local TikToker named danieldiskl meets the iconic actor at a food stall in Kuala Lumpur.

During their encounter, the TikToker asks Gurmit which nasi lemak he prefers Malaysian or Singaporean. Without a moments hesitation, the actor declares his preference for Malaysian nasi lemak.

"Which nasi lemak do you prefer, Malaysia or Singapore?"

"Malaysia, you can see theres no hesitation (in my answer)," the Singaporean actor confidently replies.

Gurmit is seen ordering various side dishes such as bergedil and fried chicken, just like a local. His ease in eating with his hands also drew attention, endearing him further to netizens.

@danieldineskl Brought Phua Chu Kang to eat our local Malaysian Nasi Lemak. His NEW comedy show is coming on 20th and 21 July 2024 at HGH Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur #phuachukang #laughdieyou #gurmitsingh #herosingh original sound - danieldineskl

Fans expressed their excitement at seeing the legendary actor again and praised his ability to blend in with local customs by eating with his hands.

Beyond nasi lemak, Gurmit also shared his love for other Malaysian dishes like Hokkien mee and chicken rice. It was revealed that he is in Malaysia to promote his latest comedy show, scheduled for July 20th and 21st in Kuala Lumpur.