Kapanlagi.com - Some celebrities are known for their sensations and controversies. However, who would have thought that they, who now adorn the entertainment world of the homeland, had actually pursued their education in Islamic boarding schools during their childhood.
From a musician, actor, to a gossip presenter, here is a list of celebrities who used to be students at Islamic boarding schools during their childhood.
1. Dewi Perssik
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Dewi Perssik, a dangdut diva from Jember, East Java, has once been a student at her birthplace. Until now, this woman, who is familiarly called Mami Depe, is known for her ability in reciting the Quran.
2. Nikita Mirzani
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Who would have thought that this controversial figure is actually a graduate of a boarding school. Yes, Nikita Mirzani pursued her education at Pondok Gontor Putri, East Java for two years.
3. Aura Kasih
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One of the actresses who is also known for her acting abilities is a graduate of a boarding school during high school. Eryck Amaral's wife revealed that she had studied at a boarding school in Tasikmalaya, West Java.
4. Dinar Candy
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Beautiful DJ and known for her sexiness, Dinar Candy is also a graduate of a pesantren. She admitted this when she was a guest on Nikita Mirzani's show some time ago. Although she decided to leave because she was not comfortable, Dinar had experienced being a female student (santriwati).
5. Vicky Prasetyo
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A man known for various controversies and scandals, Vicky Prasetyo also once studied at a pesantren (Islamic boarding school). Vicky Prasetyo admitted this when he was on Raffi Ahmad's TV show. In fact, a video of Vicky reading the Quran went viral.
6. Andika Mahesa
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Andika Mahesa, former leader of Kangen Band, was also once a santri (Islamic boarding school student). This guy, who is affectionately called babang tamvan, admitted that he once entered a pesantren to find tranquility.
7. Wali Band
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All members of Wali Band are known to be graduates of pesantren. Faank and Apoy themselves were once santri at La Tansa pesantren in Pandeglang, Banten. Meanwhile, Ovi studied at Al Fatah in Lampung, and Tomi is a graduate of Al Hikmah Annajiya pesantren.
With a background as santri, it's no wonder that Wali's songs are inseparable from their lives as religious individuals.
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