Naw Phaw Eh Htar Biography: Age, Parents, Net Worth, Career, Siblings, Awards, Controversy

Naw Phaw Eh Htar is a Burmese actress and model who began drawing attention as a campus beauty queen during her first year at university, and quickly moved into modeling and acting.

Her breakthrough role came as Thudra in the 2019 thriller-drama series The Missing Truth, which aired on MRTV-4 and introduced her compelling screen presence to a wider audience.

From there she secured roles in both television and film, becoming a recognized figure in Myanmar’s entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full name: Naw Phaw Eh Htar
• Nickname: Putu
• Date of birth: 19 January 1996
• Age: 29 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Taunggyi, Shan State, Myanmar
• State of origin: Shan State
• Nationality: Burmese
• Profession: Actress, model
• Height: 5 ft 5 in (1.65 m).
• Parents: Khun Tin Lynn (father) and Naw Hsar Pho (mother)
• Siblings: She is the middle child among three siblings; has one older brother and one younger sister.
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: N/A
• Net worth: US$1.5 million

Early Life and education

Naw Phaw Eh Htar is now 29 years old.

She was born on 19 January 1996 in Taunggyi, Shan State.

Her father is Khun Tin Lynn, and her mother is Naw Hsar Pho; she is of mixed Pa’O and Karen ethnicity.

She is the middle child among three children, with an older brother and a younger sister.

Her early schooling took place in Taunggyi, where she completed both primary and higher education.

She then enrolled at Mandalay University of Foreign Languages, where she earned a B.A. in French in 2018.

Following that, she obtained a Diploma in Business Management from SHRM College in Singapore in 2019.

Personal Life

Naw Phaw Eh Htar was previously in a relationship with hip-hop singer Hlwan Paing, a partnership that became the subject of public scrutiny amidst allegations that she had been involved in ending his longtime relationship with Bobby Soxer.

Bobby Soxer released a song titled “Amyi Tat Pe Pyaw Paing Kwint Mashi” which indirectly blamed Naw Phaw Eh Htar for the breakup.

Facing widespread criticism and harassment, she ended the relationship with Hlwan Paing and subsequently entered a relationship with Htet Khine Win, a business tycoon and producer who has cast her in several productions.

Career

Naw Phaw Eh Htar career began when she was crowned campus beauty queen during her freshman year at university, a title that opened doors to modeling opportunities, music video shoots, photo sessions, wedding fairs, and educational web series roles.

She became the brand model for SAI Cosmetix under Sai Sai Kham Leng, a role that brought her greater attention from the commercial and film sectors.

Her acting debut followed her graduation, when she landed a role in the MRTV-4 television series The Missing Truth in 2019, portraying Thudra.

Her performance earned praise and helped solidify her presence in the acting world.

That same year, she appeared as herself in the documentary series Mythical Myanmar Bagan, which explored the heritage and culture of Bagan.

She continued her ascent into film with a role in the Thai-Myanmar horror project Ma Phae Wah, directed by Pakphum Wonjinda, filmed in 2019.

Her feature film debut came in 2023 with Deli Taxi Love, where she starred alongside Hlwan Paing and Shin Mway La as the character Moe Thae.

Her other television appearances include the series Crying Forest (2022), Yin Htae Dan Dar Yee (2022), Izzatta Mee Eain (2023), Mingalar Shi Tae Eain Ka Lay, and My Husband’s Secret.

Awards

She was listed as a nominee for Best Supporting Actress (for Hnaung) in the Myanmar Motion Picture Academy Awards (2024).

Net worth

Naw Phaw Eh Htar’s net worth is estimated at approximately US$1.5 million, largely generated through her modeling career, brand ambassadorships (including Telenor Myanmar, Sunkist, Free Fire), acting in television and film, and commercial endorsements.

Controversy

Naw Phaw Eh Htar was subjected to intense controversy when her romantic involvement with Hlwan Paing coincided with the end of his long-term partnership with Bobby Soxer, spurring public backlash toward her.

Bobby Soxer released a song that indirectly blamed her for the breakup.

Additionally, she faced legal scrutiny following the 2021 Myanmar coup d’état for participating in anti-coup protests and the “We Want Justice” movement.

She was charged under Section 505(a) of the penal code, accused of supporting civil disobedience efforts and criticizing the military regime. Those charges were dropped by June 2021.

Social Media

• Instagram: @nawphawehhtar_putu
• Twitter/X: @nawphaw_ehhtar
• TikTok: @nawphawehhtar
• YouTube: Naw Phaw Eh Htar

Filmography

Film:

• 2023 — Deli Taxi Love
• TBA — Ma Phae Wah

Television Series:

• 2018 — Mythical Myanmar Bagan (as herself)
• 2019 — The Missing Truth (as Thudra)
• 2022 — Yin Htae Dan Dar Yee (as Wadi)
• 2022 — Crying Forest (as Phoo Phoo)
• 2023 — Izzatta Mee Eain (Lamp of Inner Mind) (as Shin Thant)
• 2023 — Mingalar Shi Tae Eain Ka Lay
• 2023 — My Husband’s Secret

Discography

Singles & EPs

• 2020 — A Lwan Nae Thone Yarthi (Country)
• 2022 — Ma Yone Yay Cha Ma Yone (OST of Deli Taxi Love)
• 2025 — Perfect Christmas (EP) (featuring Lynn Chit & Christina Mary Aung)