Regina Lim

Regina Lim (Chinese: 林昀憓) is a Singaporean actress and model represented by Basic Models, whose profile indicates she has been involved in both film and modeling in Singapore’s entertainment industry. Regina is active on her Instagram, where she has over 33.7k followers and she regularly posts about her lifestyle.[1]

Regina Lim
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Native name
林昀憓
Born1 January 1996
EducationDegree in International Relations
Alma materSIM - University of London
Regina Lim, Meixin Macy, Richie Koh and Yap Hui Xin (left to right) as the cast of The Diam Diam Era (2020). Photo from Yahoo News.

Career

Acting and modeling

Regina has taken roles in Singaporean film: most prominently, she appears in The Diam Diam Era (2020), a Singaporean film directed by Jack Neo, playing the role of Phua Su Xin, a character in the ensemble cast.[2] Her inclusion in the cast is documented in the film’s credits and promotional listings.[3]

In modeling, she is listed under Basic Models Singapore, suggesting she works professionally in fashion and commercial modeling.[3][4] She has also appeared in media promotional content, such as backstage photos from Star Awards 2025, where she was photographed alongside other artistes.[5]

Media coverage and public presence

The Straits Times discussed how The Diam Diam Era delves into the challenges faced by the Chinese-educated community during the 1980s, particularly focusing on the Lim family's adaptation to the government's policy changes. Regina Lim's portrayal of Phua Su Xin, the second eldest sister, was noted as part of the ensemble cast that brought depth to the narrative.[6]

In a review by Sinema.SG, the film's exploration of the generational and educational divides within the Lim family was highlighted. Regina Lim's performance was acknowledged as contributing to the film's portrayal of the socio-political landscape of 1980s Singapore.[7]

Additionally, Yahoo News Singapore provided a review of The Diam Diam Era Two, noting the continuation of the Lim family's story and the political dynamics introduced in the sequel. Regina Lim's role as Su Xin remained central to the narrative, reflecting the family's ongoing adaptation to societal changes.[8]

Beyond her film work, Regina Lim's modeling career has been featured on the Basic Models Management website, where her profile includes details about her physical attributes and professional experience.[3]

For a comprehensive view of Regina Lim's acting portfolio, a compilation video titled "9 minutes of Regina Lim 林昀憓表演作品集" is available on YouTube, showcasing her performances across various projects.[9]

Filmography

Year Title Character Refs.
2016 Tanglin Judy [10]
2018 Kin Phoebe [11]
2019 Home Is Where The Heart Is Young Legal Counsel [12]
2019 Invisible Stories - [13]
2020 128 Circle: Shaking Legs Dorothy [14]
2020 The Diam Diam Era Phua Su Xin [2]
2020 Love by Numbers - [15]
2021 The Algorithm Jeraldine [16]
2022 Genie in a cup - [17]
2022 Third Rail Julie [18]
2024 Money No Enough 3 Kim [19]
2024 Zai Jian Ming Tian Ting Ting (as Lin Yunxi) [20]
2025 Provocative Zermaine Chua [21]
2025 Aunty Dang Wang Hong BBGirl [22]

References/Citations

  1. @reginalyhInstagram. n.d. Accessed 17 October 2025.
  2. 2.0 2.1 The Diam Diam EraIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  3. 3.0 3.1 3.2 @basicmodelsInstagram, 1 August, 2021. Accessed 17 October 2025.
  4. Regina LimBasic Models Management. n.d. Accessed 17 October 2025.
  5. "MM2 Entertainment Singapore" Facebook, 22 December, 2020. Accessed 17 October 2025.
  6. Lui, John. “The Diam Diam Era looks back at a time of change in education, says Jack Neo.The Straits Times, 25 November, 2020. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  7. Choo, Matthaeus. “Film Review: 80s Nostalgia Runs High in Jack Neo’s Latest ‘The Diam Diam Era’” Sinema.sg, 24 November, 2020. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  8. Lim Yian Lu. “The Diam Diam Era 2 review: Mark Lee, Wang Lei contest electionsYahoo News, 8 February, 2021. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  9. Basic Models Management.“9 minutes of Regina Lim 林昀憓表演作品集 | Basic ArtistesYoutube, 17 February, 2024. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  10. TanglinIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  11. KinIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  12. Home Is Where the Heart IsIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  13. Invisible StoriesIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  14. 128 Circle: Shaking LegsIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  15. Love by NumbersIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  16. The AlgorithmIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  17. Genie in a cupIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  18. Third RailIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  19. Money No Enough 3IMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  20. Zai Jian Ming TianIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  21. ProvocativeIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.
  22. Aunty Dang Wang HongIMDb. n.d. Accessed 6 November 2025.