Exclusive Amel Ketiban Sustenance From Nike Ardila

JAKARTA - The figure of Nike Ardila has long passed away in Bandung, March 19, 1995 at the age of 19 years. Even so, his figure will always be remembered by his family and fans. The proof is, when Amel's figure appears with a resemblance to Nike Ardila, netizens are immediately excited.

The owner's full name Siti Aisyah Mardhiya Amilia is viral on TikTok because it is considered similar to the late Nike Ardilla. As if suddenly a windfall, Amel was then invited to several TV stations. Amel's popularity skyrocketed instantly.

Although many netizens commented that he was similar to Nike, Amel did not dare to call himself similar to Nike. "I don't dare say I look alike. Because the late Kak Nike is really beautiful," he said.

However, no matter how hard Amel tried to deny the resemblance, the Nike Ardila family actually strengthened it. Nike Adilla producer, Deddy Dores immediately contacted him. Until finally Amel had the opportunity to meet Nike Ardila's mother, Nining Ningsihrat, to Jakarta to meet in person.

"So a friend of the deceased's family contacted me. Due to the current pandemic situation, we finally decided to make a video call, chat a bit. And that's it," said Amel in an exclusive interview with VOI in Tebet, South Jakarta, Wednesday, June 30.

It seems that the family's longing for the Bintang Life singer is unstoppable. "A few days later the deceased's family went to Jakarta. I was contacted and met. I was really surprised when I met the deceased's family, very friendly, warm family. There I was embraced and I felt like my own family," he explained.

There was a moment of emotion when Amel fed Nike's mother. This video then went viral and again made netizens curious about Amel's figure.

"That was my own will. Because when I met you there, it was like being very close to the figure of the deceased. And I immediately felt united even though it was the first time I met. I had mixed feelings, right," recalls Amel.

The first meeting was so memorable for Amel. "At first, my mom looked down a little because she couldn't look directly at me. Then she looked at me, she smiled, saying she looked like the figure of the deceased when she was still young," he explained.

Like her own parents, Nike's mother also encouraged her to be diligent in school and don't forget to make her parents happy. Nining seemed to shower him with prayers. "I pray that you can make your parents proud, continue to be successful, healthy and well, good luck continues," he said.

Thanks to God's destiny, Amel who has a face similar to Nike Ardilla. Nike's popularity as a multitalented artist can never be matched in Indonesia. Because after more than 20 years, Nike Ardila is still remembered.

As long as the history of the Indonesian entertainment world has existed, only Nike Ardilla, the only artist who has received the highest respect, is commemorated every date of her birth and death. Nike museums and graves are also always crowded with fans on the day of Nike's birth and death.

The excitement of netizens when Amel appeared with a resemblance to Nike is new evidence that the figure of Nike Ardila has never been forgotten by his fans.

"I am very happy and grateful because everyone has their own destiny from Allah. Even though I have passed a very difficult road, I am grateful to be able to share with many people. I can pay for those who miss the deceased. That's what I like the most," he said.

Not wanting to forget himself, Amel admitted that he wanted to make a pilgrimage to Nike Ardila's grave if conditions allowed. "I want to stay in touch, I want to go on a pilgrimage, help pray so that the homeowner will always be at peace with God," he hoped.

The appearance of Amel reaps the pros and cons of netizens. Apart from the positive response, Amel also received a negative response, calling him social climbing or social climbing on the popularity of Nike Ardila.

"If the pros are because of the positives, honestly, I'm really happy, like every time I just wake up, I open my cellphone and see the comments. I'm really grateful that God has given me the opportunity. I have to believe in myself, I can't be insecure. -each." he said.

On the other hand, Amel must also be able to accept negative comments for his appearance. "For negative comments, I think that life is always about choices. And that choice, what we choose and that's yes, the answers, whether positive or negative, must still be accepted," he said.

Negative comments, according to Amel, cannot be avoided. He was fully aware that it had to be accepted. "That's a choice, maybe it's not easy to read and support. That's what I used as motivation to be better. Prove that I can be better. Or it can just make corrections to myself, maybe I have mistakes that I don't realize," he explained. .

Life is a lesson, Amel doesn't deny that he feels sad when he reads negative comments. But he still keeps trying to get better.

"I feel sad when I read the comments, still. I think why. But it's okay, everyone has the right to have an opinion, there are good and bad things. But I use everything as input. My family always teaches me to be a motivation. Who knows maybe from the comments that are lacking easy to read can be more uplifting and mentally stronger. I have learned a lot of things that I didn't know," he explained.

Amel will go through a long journey if he wants to continue Nike Ardila's steps in the entertainment world in the country. Starting from a photographer who realized his resemblance to Nike Ardila and then made it viral, the road is now wide open.

"At that time I went with my sister for coffee outside. From coffee we went to Dukuh Atas. After taking photos, we took a break. During this break, the photographer was accompanied by Kak Taufiq. At first, my sister was offered to be photographed. " he recalled.

"I was trusted, supported, invited to chat so that I was relieved and not stiff. When I took the photo I was helped to direct the pose. After taking some photos, I went home. After it was uploaded on social media, it was crowded," he added.

In fact, his schoolmates had already told him that he looked like Nike. However, his belief was formed after going viral. "My school friend was actually the first to say I looked like Nike Ardila. Because I didn't know, after a few times people said I looked like me, I immediately found out. He's a great singer and film player. It's really nice to be called similar," he recalls.

Amel admitted that he was shocked and had goosebumps when his photo went viral. Amel is motivated because Nike is a very legendary figure. From the 25th anniversary of Nike's death, fans have always supported him and read his prayers, it gave him goosebumps.

"It still feels like a dream. But again, this is another person's view. I really accept their input, I hope that it can be my motivation to be better," he explained.

Amel emphasized that although many said he was similar to Nike Ardila, he could not replace Nike Ardila. "The figure of Nike Ardila will not be replaced by anyone, including myself. My heart will not replace it," he said.

Amel wants to learn to be soft-hearted from the figure of the deceased. "A very gentle and friendly figure to everyone. Because there are very few people like Nike Ardila," he said.

Amel is grateful and will use this opportunity well. To enter the world of entertainment, Amel felt that he had to work harder. "You have to be smart in dividing your time and keeping promises. Commitments are always held, humble and friendly. God willing, I will continue to the world of entertainment, but I have to talk to my parents first. If this is my path, I will definitely try hard. I study first. for singing or acting," he concluded.