From TV Commercial Star to Candidate Number One in Indramayu, Peek into Lucky Hakim's Profile

Kapanlagi.com - Lucky Hakim, a familiar figure in the Indonesian entertainment and political world, has undergone a colorful and inspiring life journey. Born in Indramayu on January 12, 1978, he started his career as a commercial model before eventually breaking into television by starring in hit soap operas like 'Mutiara Hati' and 'Muslimah'. Not only talented in acting, Lucky also channels his creativity as a songwriter with spiritual themes and founded his own production house, demonstrating that his talents are limitless.

However, fame in the entertainment world was not the end of his ambitions. In 2014, Lucky stepped into the political arena by joining the Indonesian House of Representatives from the National Mandate Party. His political career continued to shine, leading to his election as the Deputy Regent of Indramayu in 2021, partnering with Nina Agustina, the daughter of former National Police Chief Da'i Bachtiar.

Despite having a grand vision to develop Indramayu, Lucky's political journey has not always been smooth. At the beginning of 2023, he made a surprising decision to resign from his position. This move sparked various speculations regarding political issues and disagreements with the Regent of Indramayu. With all the dynamics involved, Lucky Hakim's journey remains in the spotlight, reflecting the complexity of the world he navigates.

1. Background and Education

Lucky Hakim (credit: Instagram/luckyhakimofficial)

Lucky Hakim, who was born in Indramayu, West Java, grew up in a family facing various economic difficulties. Losing both of his parents at a young age led him to be adopted by a new family in Cilacap, Central Java. His life journey underwent a significant change while he was still in high school when he discovered the truth about his origins.

His formal education began at Al-Irsyad Al-Islamiyyah Elementary School in Cilacap, continued at Al-Irsyad Islamic Junior High School, and then at State High School 2 Cilacap. Not satisfied with just that, Lucky pursued further studies at STIE Perbanas and Pelita Bangsa, preparing himself for a career in the world of acting and politics that would later bring him success.

2. Career in the Entertainment World

Lucky Hakim (credit: Instagram/luckyhakimofficial)

Lucky Hakim's career skyrocketed like a shooting star shining in the sky of the entertainment world, starting as a television commercial model in 2001 before conquering the soap opera world with iconic roles in series such as "Mutiara Hati", "Muslimah", and "Jiran". However, like a true artist, he did not just settle for the small screen; Lucky also carved his name in the film industry through successful films like "Ketika", "Lantai 13", and "Ruang".

Not stopping there, he continued his adventure in the music world by launching spiritual singles and collaborating with famous bands. As a writer and producer, he has produced more than 20 FTVs, proving that his creativity is limitless and making him a figure who is not only talented but also inspirational.

3. Political Journey

Lucky Hakim (credit: Instagram/luckyhakimofficial)

Lucky began his political journey with a bold step by running for Deputy Mayor of Bekasi in 2012. His success continued when he was elected as a member of the Indonesian House of Representatives for the 2014-2019 term through the National Mandate Party. However, the journey was not always smooth; in 2018, he had to face the bitter reality of being expelled from the party due to allegations of vote-rigging in the previous election.

Undeterred, Lucky fought back and teamed up with Nina Agustina to run for Deputy Regent of Indramayu. Their hard work paid off in the 2020 election, and on February 26, 2021, they were officially inaugurated. Now, Lucky is determined to make a meaningful contribution to the region he loves.

4. Resigning from the Position of Deputy Regent of Indramayu

Lucky Hakim (credit: Instagram/luckyhakimofficial)

In 2023, Lucky Hakim made a surprising move by deciding to resign from his position. In his statement, he revealed various obstacles that hindered his performance all this time, including his inability to fulfill promises to the community due to internal issues that disrupted him.

He also explained that the withdrawal of work facilities, such as aides and protocol staff, made it increasingly difficult for him to carry out his duties as the Deputy Regent of Indramayu.

5. Running for Indramayu 2024 Regional Election

Lucky Hakim (credit: Instagram/luckyhakimofficial)

Resigning from the position of Deputy Regent of Indramayu in 2023 is not the end of Lucky Hakim's political journey. Now, he is preparing to return as one of the candidates for Regent of Indramayu in the simultaneous regional elections to be held on November 27, 2024.

In this contest, Lucky will compete with two other candidate pairs: Bambang Hermanto and Kasan Basari, as well as Nina Agustina and Tobroni. Interestingly, although five years ago Lucky and Nina fought together, now they will face each other as rivals in winning the hearts of the people of Indramayu Regency, West Java.

6. Allegations of Criminalization

Lucky Hakim (credit: Instagram/luckyhakimofficial)

In a shocking statement, Lucky Hakim recently revealed a serious threat in the form of alleged criminalization efforts by certain parties aimed at thwarting his political ambitions. Through a video uploaded on his Instagram account on Thursday (31/10/2024), Lucky expressed his concerns about the risk of being trapped in a scenario that could tarnish his reputation as a prospective leader.

He firmly stated, "I made this video as a precaution, because I know I am in the process of being criminalized." He explained the cunning plans of his political opponents who are trying to plant illegal items in his car, to then create a massive raid that will be exposed by the media, thus allowing the public to be exposed to negative information about him before the actual facts come to light.

Despite facing an increasingly complex political situation, Lucky emphasized that this threat only strengthens his resolve to continue his struggle.

(kpl/rmt)