First Time Celebrating Eid in Indonesia and Not Being with Parents, Jirayut Admits Feeling Sad

Kapanlagi.com - Eid al-Fitr is always eagerly awaited by Muslims to gather with family, but this year is different from previous years due to the COVID-19 pandemic situation.

This is felt by Jirayut for the first time celebrating Eid in Indonesia, who previously as the host of LIDA 2020 always returned to his country to celebrate Eid al-Fitr. Jirayut feels sad about this year's Eid.

"Yes, it's true, I feel a little sad. This is the first time being far from my parents during the Islamic holiday where we should be able to gather with our parents, visit neighbors, friends, moments that are yearned for once a year," said Jirayut when contacted by the Kapanlagi.com team, Friday (15/5).

1. Different From Previous Years

Fasting during the Covid-19 pandemic, Jirayut also feels different from previous years. He expressed that he can no longer perform tarawih prayers or gather in large groups.

"Well, if you say there is a sadness in this fasting, it feels like something is missing, different from usual. Tarawih is prohibited, worship in the mosque is also prohibited, gathering in large groups to break the fast is also prohibited. Going home and gathering with family is also not possible. But regardless, we must remain enthusiastic and sincere because there must be wisdom behind it," said Jirayut.

2. Very Happy

During the month of Ramadan, Jirayut also feels happy because none of his fasts have been invalidated. "Alhamdulillah, it's been smooth without any gaps, so I'm very happy," said Jirayut.

Although it's the month of fasting, Jirayut continues to carry out his activities such as shooting and others. With a busy schedule, this Host of LIDA 2020 always maintains his physical strength to stay fit.

"Well, first of all, it's because of the spirit of fasting. This is a mandatory fasting that only happens once a year and we have to go about our days as usual. When I'm not shooting, it used to be school and that was tiring too. Anyway, the important thing is to have the spirit to endure fasting and most importantly, not to get sick," he concluded.

(kpl/dan/nda)