They didn’t quit their jobs to chase a dream.
They rewrote the rules and built an empire instead.
From hospital wards to humming warehouses, this is the story of two medical practitioner who proved that entrepreneurship isn’t about titles, it’s about timing, courage, and chemistry. Literally.
From White Coats to Warehouse Keys
Most people follow a straight line.
Mr. Khovallan and Sharmila chose a sharp turn.
Both were medical practitioners. Stable careers. Predictable paths. But comfort wasn’t the goal.
Armed with a Chemistry background from USM and a restless hunger to build something of their own, Mr. Khovallan and Mrs. Sharmila launched DIY Best Printers in 2018. No big investors. No fancy setup. Just a home-based operation and a clear vision.
Mugs. T-shirts.
Acrylics.
Small jobs. Long nights. Relentless hustle.
Then came the breakthrough clients like Proton. And suddenly, the home setup wasn’t enough.
The business scaled fast. Warehouses replaced living rooms. Production went industrial.
DIY Best Printers became a serious manufacturing player.
Milaz’s Group: Thinking Bigger, Moving Smarter
One year later, they didn’t slow down. They multiplied.
In 2019, Milaz’s Group Ent. was born and diversification became the strategy.
They imported goods and prayer products directly from India. They entered wholesale distribution.
They expanded into essential services like cleaning and maid support for homes, factories, and logistics companies.
But the real edge?
Manufacturing.
Using his chemistry expertise, Mr. Khovallan and Mrs. Sharmila led in house R&D to create their own perfume and sambrani (incense) brands OEM-ready, scalable, and quality-controlled.
This wasn’t trial and error.
This was science-backed entrepreneurship.
When COVID Hit, They Opened the Door for Others
While many businesses froze during the pandemic, Milaz’s Group did something different. They shared the opportunity.
Perfume sales surged.
Jobs disappeared everywhere else.
So, they created a model that worked for real people, not just corporations. Want to start a business?
You don’t need RM50,000. You don’t need a shop.
RM100–RM200 was enough.
With ultra low MOQ OEM options (as low as 50–100 units), Milaz’s Group empowered everyday Malaysians to launch home-based brands during one of the hardest economic periods in modern history.
That’s not just business. That’s the impact.
The Quiet Advantage: Science Meets Strategy
Mr. Khovallan and Mrs. Sharmila don’t just run operations. They study their competitors.
Breaks down formulations. Improves what others sell.
Their Chemistry background isn’t a flex it’s a weapon.
It ensures consistent quality. Reliable supply.
And products trusted beyond Malaysia.
Today, their perfumes and incense reach Singapore, Australia, and Canada proof that local roots can build global reach.
What’s Next? Distribution Over Decoration
Based in Kedah and serving areas like Penang, the vision for the next five years is clear:
No traditional shopfronts. No distractions.
Manufacturing. Distribution. Scale.
They’re building a global hub one that supports not just their growth, but the next wave of entrepreneurs rising with them.
Because for Mr. Khovallan and Sharmila, success isn’t about standing alone at the top. It’s about building ladders for others to climb.
From medical practitioners to founders.
From RM100 startups to global distribution.
This isn’t luck.
This is what happens when science meets hustle and purpose leads the way.
And honestly?
This story is just getting started.
