Her Book Adapted into a Film, Larissa Chou Gives a Sneak Peek of the Storyline - Erasing the Ex's Story?

Kapanlagi.com - Larissa Chou wrote a book titled "Rissa: A Life Choice". The book tells the story of Larissa's journey from childhood to her decision to convert to Islam and marry Alvin Faiz. Larissa said that the book, which was published in 2019, will be adapted into a film. According to her, there is a production house interested in bringing the story from the book to the big screen.

Previously, this information was known through her Instagram story post, which announced that her book would be adapted into a film. "Meeting... for the film adaptation of the book RISSA: A Life Choice," she wrote in the story. Fans who learned of the good news immediately expressed their congratulations, prayers, and pride for Alvin Faiz's ex-wife. Shortly after, Larissa Chou confirmed the circulating news.

"The script is currently being written. The filming will take place in December. Maybe the film will be released next year," said Larissa Chou when met in BSD, Tangerang, on Monday (18/10/2021). As for the cast, Larissa admitted that she doesn't know yet. She said she is not involved in the selection of actors, including the person who will portray her.

1. Writing Struggle for 6 Months and Having to Stay Up All Night

Larissa Chou (Credit: Instagram.com/larissachou)

Coming from a Chinese family who decided to convert to Islam, Larissa Chou wanted to share her life story. She poured her story into a book titled "Rissa: A Life Choice." She wrote the book to serve as motivation for her readers.

Larissa admitted that she had to write the book for 6 months. Not only that, Larissa used her spare time to gradually write the book. She had to write at night when her son was asleep. At that time, her son, Muhammad Yusuf Alvin Ramadhan, was only 2 years old. Fortunately, after going through the storm of her divorce with Alvin Faiz, her book will now be adapted into a feature film.

2. Is the Story with Alvin Faiz Erased?

Larissa Chou (Credit: Instagram.com/larissachou)

In an interview with the media, Larissa then gave a glimpse of the storyline in her upcoming film. Although she doesn't know the details of the film's preparation yet, Larissa kindly shared the plot and ending spoilers of the film.

"I don't know yet. Everything is from the production side," said Larissa. Alvin Faiz's ex-wife further stated that there are differences between the book and the film. Especially in the ending. Larissa also mentioned that there are changes in the ending of the book that are different from the film script.

"The ending doesn't match the book. In the book, it's a happy ending, I found my soulmate. But in the film, it's sad because it turns out we're not meant to be," said Larissa. Her confession is likely to erase the storyline when she meets her ex-husband, so that the film's storyline will focus more on her life story, struggle, conversion process, family conflicts, and inspiring stories.

(kpl/dan/mag)