7 Portraits of Selfi Nafilah's Hijrah Journey, From a Fashionable Dangdut Singer to Firmly Wearing the Hijab

Kapanlagi.com - A person's life journey can change in an instant. Sometimes, unexpected experiences lead someone to find new meaning in life. This is what Selfi Nafilah, a dangdut singer known as the ex-wife of rapper Iwa K, experienced.

Once, she often appeared with a fashionable style and followed fashion trends. However, her appearance has drastically changed now. In several posts on social media, Selfi looks graceful in her hijab, making many netizens emotional and praying for her to remain steadfast.

Selfi's decision to hijrah was not an easy process. She experienced various spiritual experiences that changed her perspective on life. From feeling tranquility during prayers even while intoxicated, to having dreams that encouraged her to fully cover her aurat.

1. The Beginning of Change: Starting to Pray Regularly in 2023

Selfi Nafilah shares her spiritual moments and her decision to wear a hijab. (credit: instagram.com/selfinafilah)

In 2023, Selfi began to consistently perform the five daily prayers. This became the first step in her transformation towards a more religious life.

Amidst her busy schedule as an artist, she took the time to draw closer to Allah. This new habit brought a sense of inner peace that she had never felt before.

2. The Sobering Moment of Praying While Drunk

Selfi Nafilah reveals her spiritual moment until she wears the hijab. (credit: instagram.com/selfinafilah)

One turning point in her journey was when she attempted to pray while drunk. Although her heart was still far from religion, the experience surprisingly brought her an extraordinary sense of peace.

She felt something touching her heart, making her realize that guidance was coming to her. From that moment, she began to take her worship more seriously and with full awareness.

3. Attending Study Sessions and Listening to Ustaz Adi Hidayat's Sermons

Selfi Nafilah reveals her spiritual moment until she wears the hijab. (credit: instagram.com/selfinafilah)

Selfi deepens her understanding of her religion by attending Islamic studies. One of the most impactful sermons for her was delivered by Ustaz Adi Hidayat.

From this study, she gained many lessons about the importance of migrating and how to get closer to Allah in the right way. This further strengthened her intention to change.

4. Umrah Worship in Ramadan 2024 as a Turning Point

Selfi Nafilah reveals her spiritual moment leading to wearing the hijab. (credit: instagram.com/selfinafilah)

In the month of Ramadan 2024, Selfi had the opportunity to perform umrah. This spiritual journey to the Holy Land further strengthened her desire to fully migrate.

There, she felt an extraordinary tranquility and became increasingly convinced that this was the path she had to take. Upon returning from umrah, she was more determined to wear the hijab.

5. A Dream of Meeting a Veiled Woman That Strengthened Her Resolve

Selfi Nafilah reveals her spiritual moment leading to wearing the hijab. (credit: instagram.com/selfinafilah)

In September 2024, Selfi had a very memorable dream. In the dream, she met her friend who was already wearing the hijab, a veiled woman, and a Muslim artist.

The dream became a sign for her that it was the right time to change. She felt that Allah was giving her guidance to cover her aurat perfectly.

6. Officially Wearing the Hijab and Sharing Her Hijrah Journey on Social Media

Selfi Nafilah reveals a spiritual moment until she wears a hijab. (credit: instagram.com/selfinafilah)

After going through various spiritual experiences, Selfi finally decided to wear the hijab fully. She began sharing her journey through social media and a YouTube channel named Hijrah Nafilah.

Through that platform, she shares her inspirational story and her hope to remain steadfast. Many netizens support and pray for her to stay on the right path.

7. Support from Netizens and Hopes for the Future

Selfi Nafilah reveals a spiritual moment until she wears a hijab. (credit: instagram.com/selfinafilah)

Selfi's decision to wear a hijab received a lot of positive responses from netizens. Many are inspired and offer prayers for her to remain strong in her hijrah.

This support further motivates her to continue learning and become a better person. She hopes to continue inspiring others through her journey.

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