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I Want To Be Boss
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I Want To Be Boss

2025-01-24 · 123 min · ★ 7.0

Comedy · Drama

Dongnan, a 58-year-old restaurant employee, has long been known for his slacking off and unreliability, which led to his demotion to a security guard. Struggling with stagnant career prospects and family tensions, he dreams of becoming his own boss. With his friend Douyin Jie's help, Dongnan opens a restaurant and experiences initial success. Seeking to improve his home life, he purchases an AI robot that helps manage household chores and mediates family conflicts. However, his apprentice Steven betrays him by stealing secret recipes and using AI technology against him. Through a challenging journey of intense competition and personal crisis, Dongnan undergoes a transformative experience that forces him to confront his past behaviors and relationships.

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Directors
Jack Neo
Production companies
MM2 Entertainment, Golden Village Pictures, J Team Productions
Countries
Singapore
Status
Released

Top Cast

Jack NeoJack NeoQiang
Henry ThiaHenry ThiaDong Nan
Patricia MokPatricia MokLing Ling
Aileen TanAileen TanNan Sao
Shawn ThiaShawn Thia
Zhang ShuifaSteven
Terence CaoTerence CaoRobert
Dawn YeohDawn YeohAh Mei
Yang Guang Ke LeYang Guang Ke Le
Jae LiewJae LiewSweetie
Jeff Leong
Maxi Lim Jun LiangMaxi Lim Jun Liang
Abigail Chay
Zoen Tay
Joshua TanJoshua Tan

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