Epy Kusnandar's Heartfelt Confessions During His Life: Wanted to Be a Regular Person, Not Kang Mus

Kapanlagi.com - The departure of Epy Kusnandar forever leaves a deep sorrow for the Indonesian acting world. The actor, who is synonymous with the role of Kang Mus in the soap opera Preman Pensiun, passed away on Wednesday (3/12/2025) after being treated intensively at the National Brain Center Hospital (PON).

Behind the success of the Kang Mus character, which is strongly attached, there was actually a turmoil in Epy's heart. This was revealed by his wife, Karina Ranau, during her farewell speech at the funeral in TPU Jeruk Purut, Thursday (04/12/2025).

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1. Once questioned the true identity of Kang Mus that is attached

Epy Kusnandar (credit: Kapanlagi.com)

Karina shared her husband’s heartfelt feelings of losing his identity due to being too closely associated with that fictional role. Epy once asked if he could be recognized again as an ordinary human, not as the character from the soap opera created by Aris Nugraha.

"He once said, I want to be Epy Kusnandar, Bun, but I can’t. Everyone knows me as Kamus (Kang Mus). Can I be a human, like an ordinary human?," said Karina reminiscing about her late husband’s words.

2. Grateful for the role given

Epy Kusnandar (credit: Kapanlagi.com/Budy Santoso)

Nevertheless, Epy was very grateful for that role. Karina also specifically thanked Aris Nugraha, the director of Preman Pensiun, who provided a golden opportunity for her husband to be widely recognized by the public.

"And I want to thank Uwa Aris Nugraha. Thank you, Wa. His name is very fragrant. His name has become big. Everyone knows his kindness," said Karina sincerely.

3. Asking for forgiveness

Epy Kusnandar (credit: Kapanlagi.com/Budy Santoso)

As a wife who has accompanied him for 22 years, Karina apologizes to all relatives and fans if during Epy's life he made mistakes in words or actions.

"I, representing the family, as the wife who has been with him for 22 years, ask for forgiveness from everyone who knew my husband, who knew our Papi, if during his life he had faults, had words or speech, or attitudes that were less than pleasing," she requested.

Karina hopes that all doors of forgiveness will be opened so that her husband's journey to face the Creator will be made easier.

"Please forgive him, open the doors of forgiveness as wide as possible, so that his journey to Allah's paradise is smooth. Amen," concluded Karina Ranau.

4. FAQ regarding the death of Epy Kusnandar

1. When did Epy Kusnandar pass away?
Epy Kusnandar passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.

2. What was the cause of Epy Kusnandar's death?
According to reports, Epy Kusnandar died due to a blockage in the brainstem. He was known to have a serious health history in the past, including a brain tumor diagnosis around 2010, which affected his health condition.

3. How old was Epy when he died?
Epy Kusnandar passed away at the age of 61.

4. Where is Epy laid to rest and where will he be buried?
The body is laid to rest at the funeral home in the Harmony Residence 88 area, Pasir Jagakarsa, South Jakarta, and will be buried at TPU Jeruk Purut.

(kpl/noi)