Deva Mahenra Returns as 'Aris the Cheater', Previously Protested to Manoj Punjabi

Kapanlagi.com - Actor Deva Mahenra is once again trusted to portray the character Aris in the latest series titled 'Ipar Adalah Maut The Series'. The character Aris in the film IPAR ADALAH MAUT is known to have successfully stirred up the emotions of the audience.

Now, the character that caused such annoyance will return in a serial format, and the person once again chosen to play him is none other than Deva Mahenra.

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1. Portray the Same Character

Deva plays Aris again/Kapanlagi.com/Sahal Fadhli

However, behind Deva's return as Aris, there is a significant confusion that he felt. The reason is that he is the only actor among the main cast of the film version who is reprising the same character, while the other cast members have been replaced.

Deva expressed his confusion as to why he was chosen again for this role, considering that the character Aris has already been the focus of many people's attention.

2. Question the Same Thing to the Producer

This curiosity was also something he questioned directly to the producer, Manoj Punjabi.

"This is not just a question from netizens and media friends, but others also wonder why Aris is the same, right?" said Deva Mahenra when met in the Setiabudi area, South Jakarta, on Friday (31/10/2025).

3. Need an Explanation

Deva Mahenra/Kapanlagi.com/Sahal Fadhli

The actor, who is the husband of Mikha Tambayong, admitted he needed an explanation as to why only he was retained for a character that is so disliked by the audience. He even protested to producer Manoj Punjabi about this.

"I also asked the same thing to Mr. Manoj as the producer," Deva continued.

4. Understanding the Concept Presented

From the results of the discussion, Deva finally understands the concept presented by this series. IPAR ADALAH MAUT THE SERIES is not positioned as a sequel or prequel to the film, but rather exists in an alternate universe with some differences in the story background.

"So Ipar Adalah Maut The Series does not continue, nor does it start completely from the beginning," he said.

5. Differences in Ipar Adalah Maut The Series

promo IPAR ADALAH MAUT THE SERIES/Instagram/mdtv

One of the most significant differences, said Deva, is the family background of the character Nisa, who in this serial version will be played by Tatjana Saphira.

"In terms of family background, especially from Nisa alone, it is already different. If in the original film she is from Semarang, in this series she is from West Java, Sunda," continued Deva Mahenra.

6. Leverage Anger Towards the Character Aris

Even so, Deva joked that there is another reason behind his return as Aris. According to him, the emotions and frustrations of the audience towards the character Aris in the film are an "investment" that would be a shame to waste.

"My joke with Mr. Manoj is that the emotional investment that the audience has given to Mas Aris in the film version should be carried over to the series. It would be a pity for people to have gotten so angry, and then they have to start hating him all over again," Deva said while laughing.

7. Introduce Many New Names

poster IPAR IS DEATH THE SERIES/Instagram/mdtv

In addition to Tatjana Saphira, IPAR ADALAH MAUT THE SERIES will also introduce Nicole Parham, who will play the character Rani. This series is scheduled to air starting November 3, 2025, on the MDTV television station and the Netflix streaming platform.

In the series airing on MDTV and Netflix starting November 3, 2025, Deva Mahenra plays a husband trapped in forbidden love, a theme he has often portrayed before.

8. QnA IPAR IS DEATH THE SERIES

1. What character does Deva Mahenra play in 'Ipar Is Death The Series'? Deva Mahenra plays the character Aris, a husband who is cheating.

2. When will 'Ipar Is Death The Series' air? 'Ipar Is Death The Series' will air on MDTV and Netflix starting November 3, 2025.

3. What is Deva Mahenra's reaction to the label 'Ambassador of Infidelity'? Deva considers the label a blessing and a challenge to improve his acting skills.

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