[1][non-primary source needed] Dubbed "darling" of the local media, he gained recognition after winning P2F, Brunei's version of the Idol series,[2] and was the first Bruneian artist to appear on MTV Asia in 2007, with his video Dari Mata.
In 2012, he began teaching communication skills as Assistant Head of the General Studies Division (Academic) at Brunei Polytechnic.
[9] This made him a prominent figure in the local music scene as, prior to P2F, most Bruneians only listened to Malaysian artists.
As an established local artist and the fact that he has notched up noticeable successes as winner of the inaugural P2F reality show in Brunei(equivalent to the Idol series), he became the Ambassador / Image Model for Toyota Vios in 2008.
One of the songs from the album, "Engkau Adalah Cinta" was recorded in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
The same song actually made its debut as he was invited to perform at Selayang Stadium, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in December 2005.
Zul was featured as Guest Performer in the MoU project (a joint collaboration between RTB, Brunei & Suria, Singapore artist), "Rhapsodi Hitz".
In 2013, he was featured in Brunei's 1st local movie "Ada Apa Dengan Rina" as he co-starred with other established Bruneian actors and actresses.
Since then he has been given lead roles in several local telemovies such as "Ketika Mata Bertasbih", "Biru Pesisir Hati" and "Doa dan Sejadah".
[8] In 2009, he performed at the Sounds of Hope Charity Gala Night on October 3 to raise awareness about poverty in Brunei.