Warm Moments of Shandy Aulia with Her Father of Different Beliefs, Praying to Login Soon

Kapanlagi.com - Shandy Aulia, a beautiful actress who has made a name for herself in the Indonesian entertainment industry since the early 2000s. Her brilliant debut happened in 2003 when she played the lead role as Tita in the film "Eiffel I'm in Love."

This made her and her career in the entertainment world quickly known by the public. However, it's not just her acting career that attracts netizens' attention. Shandy Aulia's unique and tolerant family life is also a topic of conversation.

Shandy Aulia chose Christianity as her belief, in line with her mother's belief. While her father and three older siblings embrace Islam. Despite their different beliefs, their family leads such a harmonious life. 

Shandy Aulia's closeness with her father is a focal point that catches public attention. Despite their different beliefs, Shandy Aulia and her father still support and accompany each other.

So, how is the closeness between Shandy Aulia and her father? Check out the review below, KLovers.

1. Attend Bukber

Shandy Aulia's moment together with her father and two older sisters (Instagram/ shandyaulia)

Snapshot of Shandy Aulia attending bukber with her father and two older sisters has touched the hearts of many netizens. This has sparked various positive reactions from netizens in the comment section. Happiness is clearly written on their faces.

Despite different beliefs, this moment becomes a real proof of the familiarity and warmth they share. Moments like this remind us that family unity and love above all differences are very valuable values.

2. Prayed by Her Father to Convert

Portrait of the closeness between Shandy Aulia and her beloved father (Instagram/ shandyaulia)

Shandy Aulia chose her religious beliefs at the age of 17. Before that, during elementary school at around the age of 8-9 years old, Shandy Aulia practiced the rituals of two religions at the same time, Islam and Christianity.

Until her teenage years, she firmly decided to choose Christianity like her mother. This decision made her father, Kemal Yusuf Effendy, sad.

Her father really wanted his youngest daughter to embrace Islam as well. In fact, her father prayed for his beloved daughter to become a convert. He expressed this during their conversation on Shandy Aulia's YouTube channel three years ago. 

"Actually, Papa's heart is still heavy, maybe until now Papa is still praying for you to receive guidance," said her father.

3. Upholding Tolerance

Shandy Aulia visited her father's house during the Eid moment (Instagram/ shandyaulia)

Last year's Eid atmosphere is still embedded in the beautiful memories of Kemal Yusuf Effendy. The presence of Shandy Aulia with her little daughter has left a deep impression in her father's heart.

On that occasion, Shandy Aulia showed an extraordinary level of tolerance towards her father. Despite their different beliefs, she sincerely attended the Eid celebration.

Her attitude reflects the strength of brotherhood and love amidst religious differences. The unity of the white attire and pink bandana worn by Shandy Aulia and her little one creates a unique impression.

The choice of white color corresponds to the moment of Eid, symbolizing purity and cleanliness of the heart. Then, Shandy and her father both show their best smiles in this photo.

4. A Unique and Special Family for Shandy

Portrait of the harmony of Shandy Aulia's family (Instagram/ shandyaulia)

Someone cannot choose what kind of family they will be born into. This is a unique and special family for Shandy Aulia. Warmth, togetherness, and harmony can be felt within this family.

Despite the differences, it does not diminish the love that is bound among the members of Shandy Aulia's family. In this photo, Shandy Aulia wrote a beautiful sentence to describe her gratitude and happiness for being a part of this family.

"Every family has a Story. You don't choose your family. They are God's gift to you, as you are to them. Families are unique and special," Shandy Aulia wrote in the caption of this photo.

5. Weaving Togetherness

A sense of closeness is created among Shandy Aulia, her father, and her two sisters who hold hands (Instagram/ shandyaulia)

Looking at this photo, it is clear how their hands hold each other with warmth. This hand-holding is not just a physical gesture, but also a symbol of the close togetherness in the relationship between the father and his daughters.

In the photo, Shandy Aulia and her two sisters lovingly look towards their father. Their facial expressions create a meaningful atmosphere, filled with respect, love, and sincere longing for their beloved father.

6. What religion is Shandy Aulia's father?

Shandy Aulia's father, Kemal Yusuf Effendy, is a Muslim. Meanwhile, Shandy Aulia's mother, Elsye Dopong, is a Christian. Both of Shandy Aulia's parents divorced in 1988 when she was 1 year old and her older sister was in 6th grade.

Their 15-year marriage ended because in the midst of their second marriage, the mother wanted to return to embracing Christianity. 

7. Who are Shandy Aulia's parents?

Shandy Aulia's parents are Kemal Yusuf Effendy and Elsye Dopong. They have four beautiful daughters, one of whom is Shandy Aulia. Shandy Aulia also shares her closeness with her three beloved sisters on her Instagram account.

8. Is Shandy Aulia a convert?

Shandy Aulia explained that she has never changed her religion and will not change her religion. For Shandy Aulia, her belief is a matter between her and the Creator.

9. How long after getting married did Shandy Aulia have a child?

Shandy Aulia married David Herbowo on December 12, 2011, in Bali. Then, after a long wait of 9 years, their wish for a child finally came true.

The arrival of their first child, Claire Herbowo, on February 12, 2020, further completes this small family. However, Shandy's love story with David had to come to an end after 12 years of marriage. 

10. Where does Shandy Aulia live?

Shandy Aulia and her small family decided to live in the Island of the Gods, Bali. Shandy's daily activities with Baby Claire during their time in Bali are always uploaded on Instagram.

The reason Shandy moved to Bali is because of the natural beauty of Bali, a good environment for her child's growth, and an ideal location as Bali is still close to Jakarta, allowing Shandy to easily manage her work matters.

(kpl/hae)