Ex Hollywood Actors Built World's First Audio Tech System in Singapore. [TBS 37 ft Cinewav Part 1]

Written by The Financial Coconut | Nov 5, 2025 12:00:00 AM

 

What do you get when two actors — one of them a former Green Power Ranger — decide they’re done waiting for scripts and start writing their own story… in tech?

Sit down with Christian Lee and Jason Chan, co-founders of Cinewav, a world-first platform changing how audiences experience sound in films and live events. From life on film sets and struggles in the media industry to the “yes, and” rule that kept their partnership alive — this conversation is raw, hilarious, and full of lessons on reinvention, storytelling, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship.

Tune in to hear:

  • How a Green Power Ranger ended up co-founding a tech company
  • The moment they realised their “failed” side project was actually genius
  • The acting principle that became their business superpower
  • Why storytelling might be the secret to raising millions

All that and more in Part 1 of this inspiring two-part journey with the founders of Cinewav. It’s a wild mix of film, friendship, and fearless entrepreneurship — all told with the kind of energy only two storytellers could bring.

Don’t miss it! this one’s for dreamers, doers, and anyone who’s ever asked, “what if we tried something crazy?

What We Discuss:

  • 08:00 - Why do you transition to become a tech founder after being an actor?
  • 09:53 - Did you really love acting, or was it just the process?
  • 10:44 - How did you bond over business ideas?
  • 19:43 - What do you mean by "Would you do it for free?"
  • 23:04 - Is this an acting tactic to help you reframe your mind?
  • 25:04 - How did the "Yes, and" game influence your partnership and business?
  • 29:34 - Do you think it's harder than just getting a regular job?
  • 36:59 - How did you realise the importance of calibrating audio in cinema screenings?
  • 44:00 - Why was synchronising sound with mobile phones a game-changer for your business?

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