In the Middle of Umrah, Limbad Was Temporarily Detained by Arab Immigration Due to His Fang Teeth

Kapanlagi.com - Unpleasant news comes from the famous magician, Limbad. While performing umrah, he experienced an unexpected incident when he was detained at Arab immigration.

This incident was revealed by comedian Abdur Arsyad during a conversation on the Titik Kumpul podcast on June 30, 2025. Interestingly, he shared a story from a source about the unexpected event experienced by Limbad. Saudi Arabian immigration officers at Jeddah Airport temporarily detained Limbad due to his appearance, which was deemed suspicious.

His unique appearance, especially his permanent fang teeth, was one of the reasons why the Arab immigration officers detained him. For more details, check here KLovers.

1. Limbad Has the Surname Al Katiri

Limbad was once detained at Arab immigration (credit: Instagram.com/limbadindonesia/)

Limbad's appearance has always been his trademark. The all-black cloak, long hair, and mysterious facial expression often attract attention. In addition, Limbad also has fangs that add to his unique look. According to comedian Abdur Arsyad, based on a source who once performed Umrah with Limbad, he shared a story about the magician. Apparently, Master Limbad has the surname Al Katiri.

"Then he said that he had performed Umrah with Master Limbad. Then he was off-camera, he was talking off-camera. It turns out Limbad's surname is Al Katiri. Limbad is Arab. When I heard that fact, I was also shocked. I said, 'Oh, really?', 'Yes, really,'" said Abdur Arsyad as quoted from the Titik Kumpul podcast.

2. Chronology of Limbad's Detention at Jeddah Airport

Limbad was briefly detained at Arab immigration (credit: Instagram.com/limbadindonesia/)

Another interesting incident also unfolded when Limbad performed umrah recently. Upon arriving at Jeddah Airport, Limbad immediately caught the attention of immigration officers. His appearance, which was different from most people, made them suspicious and they decided to detain him.

"So he was doing umrah with Limbad when they arrived at Jeddah immigration. He has fangs that are implanted. Oh, those are implants. Yes. They can't be removed. If they are indeed implanted there, they can't be taken out. Yes, it can't be done at Arab immigration. At Arab immigration, he was detained. At Jeddah immigration, he was detained," he explained.

3. Unexpected Reaction from Immigration Officers

Limbad was briefly detained at Arab immigration (credit: Instagram.com/limbadindonesia/)

The immigration officers had an unexpected reaction due to Limbad's appearance. This incident caused Limbad to wait quite a long time at immigration. His friends who accompanied him for umrah tried to seek assistance from the Indonesian delegation present there.

"They said Arab immigration is like a devil. So he was detained at Arab immigration," said Abdur Arsyad.

4. Waiting for Assistance from the Indonesian Delegation

As a result, Limbad had to wait for a while to get assistance from the Indonesian delegation. The source asked Limbad to remain calm. Moreover, the immigration officers did not recognize Limbad as an Indonesian artist. They only saw a man with an unusual and suspicious appearance.

5. Introducing Himself as an Artist

Limbad was briefly detained at Arab immigration (credit: Instagram.com/limbadindonesia/)

One of the things that made the immigration officers suspicious was Limbad's permanent fangs. Those fangs are indeed a hallmark of his appearance and make him look different from most people. After waiting for a while, Limbad finally took the initiative to explain who he was to the immigration officers. He introduced himself as an artist from Indonesia and showed videos of his performances.

"Maybe because the wait was a bit long, Mr. Limbad felt tired and finally spoke to immigration. He said, 'I'm an Indonesian artist. Indonesian artist. Indonesian artist. He showed his videos to the immigration officers,'" said Abdur Arsyad

6. QnA Limbad Briefly Detained at Arab Immigration

Q1: Why was Limbad briefly detained upon arriving in Saudi Arabia?
Because of his extreme appearance, especially his fangs, which raised suspicion from the immigration officers.

Q2: What was the reaction of the Arab immigration officers when they saw Limbad?
They shouted "syaiton" (devil), upon seeing Limbad's appearance.

Q3: Where was Limbad detained at that time?
He was detained and questioned at the immigration section when he was about to perform Umrah.

Q4: Was Limbad eventually allowed to enter Saudi Arabia?
Although the details of what happened after Limbad faced issues at immigration were not revealed, he shared his Umrah journey in March 2025.

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7. Wise Message from Limbad's Umrah Experience

Limbad's experience during umrah delivers a wise message for all of us. That differences in appearance are not a reason to make negative judgments or discriminate against others.

"Just don't say anything, it's okay, I mean, he tends to talk like that." said comedian Abdur Arsyad, who suggested that Limbad should not talk too much with the immigration officers.

We must learn to be more open and appreciate the diversity around us. Everyone has the right to express themselves and present themselves according to their beliefs and identities.

(kpl/nlw)