Malaysian actress, television presenter, model and entrepreneur Neelofa has been appointed as the first Southeast Asia Regional Ambassador for Lancôme.

Annoucing the appointment on her social media pages, Neelofa said that she was excited and humbled for being chosen.

"Yes! The news is out. Honoured to be appointed as the first Southeast Asia Regional Ambassador from Malaysia. I look forward to seeing what this new journey brings me!," she posted on her social media accounts.

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Honoured to be appointed as the first “Southeast Asia Regional Ambassador” for LANCÔME. I look forward to seeing what this new journey brings me! @lancomeofficial #LancomeMY #LiveYourStrength #MYStrongerSkin

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Fans thrilled by the appointment

Of course, fans of the beautiful and multi-talented Kelantan-born celebrity were thrilled with the announcement.

Proud of you Lofa... keep flying high.. ❤

— hidayyahmazlan (@hidayyahmazlan1) August 7, 2020

Congrats love!!! So proud of you. May Allah bless you always ?

— zeetaaar_ (@zafffiiiirah24) August 7, 2020

Congrats lofa!!!!so proud of you??looking forward to see more from you❤

— arisha (@Arishakamarul) August 7, 2020

Congratulations to you you Love!!?♥️??

— Izrin (@zrnmln) August 7, 2020

Shocked by the appointment

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According to a report by Kosmo!, Neelofa said that stunned when he was first offered the role.

“I also make this a small jihad platform as a Muslim who carries the name of Islam to the international stage, specifically in the beauty field."

"Hopefully with this appointment, I can make a name for Malaysia in the eyes of the world and at the same time be a source of inspiration to many women wearing hijab out there," she said during a press conference announcing where she made the announcement today (7 August).