Being a 'Stepmother', Amanda Manopo Doesn't Feel Burdened

Kapanlagi.com - Beautiful actress Amanda Manopo once again showcases her acting skills in the latest soap opera titled RATAPAN IBU TIRI on ANTV. Unlike some other soap operas, Amanda Manopo plays the role of Khanza, a stepmother who has three children.

Of course, this is a new role that Amanda Manopo has never played before in a soap opera. Although she is relatively new to playing the role of a mother, Amanda Manopo admitted that she is not too burdened by the role.

"Not really, when I talk to the children, I don't bring a motherly attitude because I am still in their age range. Actually, I was only confirmed by Mas Bayu for the status, not love. But when we live in the same house, love will inevitably arise. I see him as a father figure and I need that," said Amanda Manopo at the ANTV studio, Epicentrum, South Jakarta, on Monday (27/1/2020).

1. Experiencing Difficulties

In addition, Amanda Manopo also doesn't feel any difficulty in portraying the character of a mother.

"So far, no. The only challenge is with the child, who is the youngest and has difficulty with chemistry. But luckily, the child is very smart and good at crying, and the person is also cool. At seven years old, they are already like a good adult, the best," she said.

In the soap opera RATAPAN IBU TIRI, Amanda Manopo acts alongside senior artist Atalarik Syah. Here, Atalarik Syah and Amanda Manopo play a husband and wife. One thing for sure, while working with a senior artist, Amanda Manopo learns a lot, especially in acting.

"From the nature of Uncle Ata, he is very kind in his words even when we make mistakes. Because he is a senior, if there is something related to acting, he will let us know. Character development, no matter what, is an example for all of us," Amanda Manopo concluded.

2. Synopsis of 'RATAPAN IBU TIRI'

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RATAPAN IBU TIRI starts airing on Monday (27/1/2020) at 18.00 WIB on ANTV. It tells the story of Bayu (Atalarik Syah) who is left by his beloved wife, Sarah (Amara), forever due to her illness. Sarah also leaves their three children, Nadia (Khalisa Farah), Dhani (Firman Ferdiansyah), and Kirana (Makayla Rose).

Bayu struggles to divide his time between family and work, so his three children are taken care of by their grandmother, Lastri (Rina Hasyim). Due to the lack of attention from their parents, Nadia and Dhani's behavior becomes uncontrollable, and Lastri is unable to handle it.

On the other hand, Khanza (Amanda Manopo), a young teacher who is also Dhani's teacher. She lives with her stepmother, Asih (Helsi Herlinda), and stepsister, Tasya (Jasmine Noor). Before Sarah passed away, she entrusted Dhani to Khanza for guidance.

Seeing Khanza's care for her child, Bayu decides to marry Khanza even though he does not love her. Khanza, who has no other choice due to pressure from her stepmother, Asih (Helsi Herlinda), finally agrees to the marriage.

(kpl/TIN)