4 Artists Who Decided to Hijrah, Choosing to Step Back from the Entertainment World

Kapanlagi.com - The appearance of Indonesian artists often draws attention, especially due to the variety of styles they showcase in front of the camera. As a country with diverse cultures and religions, the choice to wear a hijab for a Muslim woman is a personal decision that is not imposed by state regulations, but rather based on individual beliefs and life principles.

Several popular artists in the country have decided to wear the hijab, even leaving the entertainment world that made their names famous. In fact, in today's entertainment industry, wearing a hijab is no longer an obstacle to continue creating. However, they still choose to focus on a deeper spiritual journey.

This decision raises questions for many: why do they choose to take a break? Is there a deeper reason behind their decision? Here are the stories of four artists who firmly hijrah and left the glitz of the entertainment world to lead a more religious life.

Dewi Sandra, Laudya Cynthia Bella, and Kartika Putri chose to step back from the entertainment world and focus on hijrah. Check out their meaningful stories.

1. Dewi Sandra: Focus on Hijrah After Marriage

A list of artists who have hijrah (credit: instagram/dewisandra)

Dewi Sandra has become one of the artists who has undergone a profound hijrah journey after marrying Agus Rahman. Since then, Dewi has shown significant changes in her life, both in terms of appearance and daily lifestyle. She has deepened her religious practices, but has not completely left the entertainment world.

Nevertheless, Dewi Sandra remains open to accepting offers in the entertainment industry if they align with her principles and beliefs. Recently, Dewi voiced a character in the animated film NUSSA, an opportunity she embraced with full awareness and joy. This decision demonstrates that although she is more focused on her spiritual life, Dewi still leaves room for positive contributions in the entertainment industry.

2. Laudya Cynthia Bella: Focus on Religion and Business

A list of artists who have made the hijrah (credit: instagram/laudyacynthiabella)

Laudya Cynthia Bella, who is also firmly wearing the hijab, revealed that she now prefers to start a business rather than return to the entertainment world. According to Bella, the biggest challenge in her life is to remain steadfast in undergoing life changes that bring her closer to God. She also limits her appearances in public because she wants to delve deeper into her faith.

In 2024, Bella decided to leave the film industry and focus on developing the business she is starting. She stated that the last film she acted in was BUYA HAMKA, a decision she considers as the end of her career journey in the entertainment world. Bella also emphasized the importance of environment, knowledge, and teachers in supporting her to stay on the path of hijrah.

3. Kartika Putri: Wearing a Niqab and Focusing on Religious Life

A list of artists who have undergone hijrah (credit: instagram/kartikaputriworld)

Kartika Putri made a surprising decision in November 2024 by wearing a veil, a step taken as a form of piety and commitment to completely cover herself. This decision further strengthened her hijrah journey that began in 2018 when she first wore the hijab. After wearing the veil, Kartika began to limit her activities on social media and declined offers to appear on television.

Kartika now prefers to focus on more religious activities, such as being a resource person in studies held for women. She strives to keep her personal life away from media scrutiny and remains focused on worship and spiritual life.

4. Mega Putri Aulia: From the Entertainment World to Da'wah Activities

A lineup of artists who have migrated (credit: instagram/tehmegaaulia)

Mega Putri Aulia decided to undergo hijrah in 2017 and wear the hijab. This challenging hijrah journey ultimately led her to leave the entertainment world in 2018. Since then, Mega has become increasingly active in da'wah and study activities in various places. She is often invited to speak at women's study groups and large gatherings, a step that she believes brings her closer to a peace she never felt in the entertainment world.

Mega Aulia also emphasizes that she will not return to the entertainment world. For her, the life of da'wah and deepening her religious knowledge provides a peace that is far more valuable than the popularity she once enjoyed. "I feel the burden of sins is heavy, especially without the hijab," she stated firmly, reflecting her determination to continue on the hijrah path.

5. What are the reasons artists migrate and withdraw from the entertainment world?

Many artists migrate because they want to get closer to their faith and improve their spiritual lives. Withdrawing from the entertainment world is one way to focus on that change.

6. What does Kartika Putri do after migrating?

Kartika Putri now prefers to wear a hijab, avoid media attention, and focus on religious activities like study groups for women.

7. Why did Mega Putri Aulia choose to leave the entertainment world?

Mega feels that the entertainment world does not provide peace. After migrating, she feels closer to tranquility and chooses to focus on preaching and religious study.

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