10 Celebrities Comment on the Rain Shaman's Performance at the Mandalika MotoGP, Calling it a Cultural Heritage - Some Ask for Repentance

Kapanlagi.com - The Mandalika MotoGP event held on March 20, 2022 successfully attracted the attention of the world to Indonesia. Not only the action of the 1000cc class motorcycle racers on the new track, but also the performance of Rara Istiawati Wulandari, the Rain Shaman, successfully caught the attention of foreign audiences.

This commotion caused by Rara apparently prompted celebrities to give their comments. From Deddy Corbuzier to even Darius Sinathrya, they were all discussing the viral rain shaman.

1. Deddy Corbuzier

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Deddy Corbuzier's statement about the use of rain shaman services in MotoGP Mandalika has garnered a lot of criticism. Although in the end of his statement, he wants to invite Rara to attend his Close The Door podcast.

"Later when Indonesia wins. The foreigners will gossip. Cieeee playing witch doctor. Sometimes I think. We still use rain shaman until now? And why isn't there a earthquake shaman. It would be funny if the earthquake shaman fails in the middle of an earthquake. Rain shaman is 50/50 right. And paid. Whether it rains or not. It's cool to be invited to a podcast," wrote Deddy Corbuzier on his Instagram.

2. Kemal Pahlevi

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Kemal Pahlevi is concerned about the number of people who are ashamed because of the presence of rain shamans. According to him, the presence of rain shamans in MotoGP Mandalika is a attraction for tourists and the world to visit Indonesia more.

3. Kiky Saputri

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Through her Instagram, Kiky Saputri uploaded a video of her watching the rainmaker's performance. In it, she expressed her concern about the success or failure of the performance. If the rain stops, it's good, but if it continues to pour, it will be embarrassing.

4. Darius Sinathrya

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As someone who witnessed the Mandalika MotoGP in Lombok, Darius gave a neutral response, whether you believe it or not. According to him, it is up to each individual to decide.

5. Ustaz Solmed

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Through his Instagram, the famous preacher, Ustaz Solmed, returned to his own beliefs by asking for prayers to stop the rain in accordance with religious teachings.

6. Derry Sulaiman

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In addition to Ustaz Solmed, Ustaz Derry Sulaiman also gave his response. He feels sad about the many people who believe in the rain shaman's actions. In fact, he openly asks the rain shaman to repent.

7. Iko Uwais

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In an interview with the media, action actor Iko Uwais said that the rain shaman is a cultural heritage of Indonesia that has existed since ancient times.

8. Kunto Aji

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As a musician who often holds outdoor concerts, Kunto Aji says that it is reasonable to use a rain shaman. He also often uses the services of a rain shaman during concerts. However, he believes that a real shaman does not bring such a large cup.

9. Tsamara

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"There's nothing embarrassing about this. Pawang is indeed part of our culture. The real embarrassment is still seeing everything Western as the ideal. We are NOT Western. We have our own traditions & ways. That should be respected," Tsamara wrote in her tweet on Twitter. 

10. Hanung Bramantyo

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As a director who often shoots outdoors, even in nature, Hanung Bramantyo also revealed that he often uses the services of a rain shaman.

"So remember when shooting. 'Just by smoking, the rain disappears,' said the shaman. It didn't rain all day. Towards the evening, it poured!! When asked: why is it raining? It turned out he went to buy cigarettes. Out of stock," wrote Hanung on Twitter.

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