Streaming on Netflix, 'A DROP OF LOVE DEW NIYALA' Becomes Anggy Umbara's First Experience in a Religious Romance Drama Film

Kapanlagi.com - The religious romance drama film titled A DROP OF LOVE DEW NIYALA, directed by Anggy Umbara, will start streaming on March 31, 2025. This film is adapted from the bestselling novel by Habiburrahman El Shirazy of the same name.

The film tells the story of a village girl named Niyala who achieves her dreams but must accept difficult realities. This religious drama film with a love theme marks the first collaboration between MD and Netflix. Additionally, the film A DROP OF LOVE DEW NIYALA is Anggy Umbara's first experience in a religious drama film with a love theme. Let's take a look at more information behind the film A DROP OF LOVE DEW NIYALA below...

1. Synopsis 'A DROP OF LOVE DEW NIYALA'

A DROP OF LOVE DEW NIYALA tells the story of a village girl named Niyala who successfully realizes her dream of becoming a doctor but is forced to face an unwanted arranged marriage to settle her family's debts. At the same time, Niyala must let go of Faiq, her childhood friend whom she secretly loves, to marry another woman.

This religious drama film stars Beby Tsabina as Niyala, Deva Mahenra as Faiq, Caitlin Halderman, Alya Rohali, Dito Darmawan, Imran Ismail, and Kiki Narendra.

2. The Beginning of the Collaboration Between Netflix and MD

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Manoj Punjabi as the producer shares with director Anggy Umbara and writer Habiburrahman El Shirazy about the making of A DROP OF LOVE DEW NIYALA with the cast.

�Initially, we made this film to be screened in theaters, but then it turned out that we were destined to work with Netflix, which was very interested in this film. Not only that, Deva Mahenra also emphasized that he really wanted the role of Faiq. This is a great opportunity for the first collaboration between MD and Netflix, starting with good content as well.� said Manoj Punjabi in the Tribrata area, South Jakarta, Wednesday (19/03).

3. Story Inspiration

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Habiburrahman El Shirazy revealed that the inspiration for this story comes from what he sees in society, which is about the sincerity in raising children who then find their match in a family.

“When it becomes a film, we will develop the educational aspect that is not yet present while also strengthening the dramatization. However, the love story remains its main focus,” said Habiburrahman El Shirazy.

4. Challenges in Anggy Umbara's First Religious Drama Film

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The project SETETES EMBUN CINTA NILAYA is Anggy Umbara's first experience directing a love-themed religious drama film. He explained that this film poses a challenge because Anggy usually directs horror and thriller films.

“This film is my first love-themed and religious-themed film. It is a challenge for me, as I usually direct scary, bloody, and comedic films. However, when I was offered, I immediately agreed because it is an honor,” said Anggy Umbara.

Although it is his first experience, Anggy Umbara also explained that he is committed to maximizing this film.

“From the very beginning, I vowed to give my best, from the story, production values, to the locations, everything is done with full effort. This is a simple yet heartwarming Islamic love story that is very meaningful. The values in this film are important to convey to society,” continued Anggy.

The film SETETES EMBUN CINTA NIYALA will start streaming on March 31 on the Netflix platform.

(kpl/jes)