Daffa Wardhana Reveals Challenges in AIR MATA DI UJUNG SAJADAH 2

Kapanlagi.com - Young actor Daffa Wardhana revealed the significant challenges he faced when joining the much-anticipated sequel of the drama film, AIR MATA DI UJUNG SAJADAH 2. As the character Fathan, a new figure who becomes the central male role, Daffa admitted to feeling both pressure and excitement to give his best.

This film also stars Titi Kamal, Citra Kirana, and Faqih Alaydrus, along with veteran actress Jenny Rachman. Daffa shared one of his unique challenges. Unlike previous projects, this time he had to build chemistry with a senior actress, an experience he described as interesting. According to him, the presence of his character also brings a new color to the film that is not solely filled with sadness.

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1. Big Challenge

2. The Only Adult Man

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The burden feels heavier remembering the success of his first film, which attracted 3.1 million viewers and became the highest-grossing Indonesian drama film in Malaysia. Daffa emphasizes that his role is not to replace the character Arif (Fedi Nuril), but rather as the only adult man left in the family to maintain their integrity.

3. Not Replacing

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"Here I also feel there is definitely some nervousness because TEARS AT THE END OF THE PRAYER MAT was a box office hit with 3.1 million viewers and also became the highest-grossing Indonesian drama film in Malaysia. That is certainly a big challenge for me, which is not about replacing, but the character of Mas Fedi Nuril who dies here, and I become the only adult man in the Amdus family," he explained.

4. Personal Motivation

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Behind the pressure, Daffa found a strong personal motivation. He shared that his mother, Marini Zumarnis, is a huge fan of the first film and hopes that her son can be involved in a touching drama about a mother's struggle. This opportunity became the embodiment of his mother's prayers.

5. Spirit Boost

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"But all of this became a spirit boost for me because this is a film that tells the story of a mother. My own mother is very fond of AIR MATA DI UJUNG SAJADAH the first one, even when I got home, I actually shared this during the press con trailer," said Daffa.

6. Mother's Hope

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"Even when I returned from watching the first time, she said and prayed, 'Mama really hopes you can be involved in an Indonesian drama film, especially one that strongly tells the story of a mother.' And thank God, I was given this opportunity here," he added.

7. A New Perspective

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Daffa hopes that the presence of his character will be well received by the audience and add more spice to the increasingly exciting conflict. Fathan, who has a background separated from his family, will provide a new perspective on the dilemma faced by Aqilla.

8. Hoping to be Accepted

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"Yes, of course, the hope is to be accepted, and I hope the conflict will be even more exciting because Fathan is a new character who sees the world of Amdus for the first time, and what was once perhaps told is now a reality. And because Fathan has a backstory of being separated as a child by Mas Arif, he does seem to be a bit heavy towards Aqilla because he has a relatability factor to Aqilla's character," he concluded.

The film AIR MATA DI UJUNG SAJADAH 2 is scheduled to be released simultaneously in all cinemas in Indonesia starting October 23, 2025.

9. Q & A About Daffa Wardhana

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What character does Daffa Wardhana play in the film AIR MATA DI UJUNG SAJADAH 2?
Daffa Wardhana plays the character Fathan.

What is Daffa Wardhana's personal motivation for accepting the role in this film?
One of Daffa's strong motivations is his mother's wish, Marini Zumarnis, who is a huge fan of the first AIR MATA DI UJUNG SAJADAH film. His mother hopes Daffa can be involved in an Indonesian drama film that is rich with stories about mothers.

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