Rows Of Condolences And Support Of Indonesian Celebrities For Novia Widyasari

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JAKARTA - The name Novia Widyasari has become an internet conversation for the past few days. This name was named after Novia was called a victim of rape by her boyfriend, a member of the Pasuruan District Police, Bripda Randy Bagus Sasongko.

On Thursday, December 2nd, Novia was found dead in her father's grave in Sugian Hamlet, Japan Village, Mojokerto. She is suspected of having depression after being a victim of rape due to being asked to abort her pregnancy.

Hearing this incident, netizens requested that the case be immediately dealt with, including arresting the perpetrators. A number of Indonesian celebrities also voiced this case.

Actress Hannah Al Rashid wrote, “Novia Widyasari. Innalilahi wainnalilaihi rojiun May you be among the loved ones Insha Allah. May we continue to fight for him and for others like him."

He also uploaded a post containing an open letter to Novia Widyasari. This letter contains a notification that the rapist has been caught and humiliated by the internet.

Tantri, vocalist of the band Kotak, also wrote his opinion via Instagram. He said, "Hopefully the case of the deceased can be a lesson for women to be able to take care and dare to speak, so that mental illness does not appear and instead blames themselves."

In addition, Tantri also hopes that women can support each other. The actions taken should be accounted for, not just wanting to be "tasty".

Musician, director, and activist Melanie Subono also voiced out for justice to be served for the victims. "Ssssstttttt Don't spread the name of the perpetrator, just initials. Pity the name of the agency will be polluted. Meanwhile, the victim is really depressed... she committed suicide herself, her name is Ms. Lalala. Until it goes viral and is encouraged by netizens, maybe it will be processed fairly," said Melanie.

Director Ernest Prakasa also said that the perpetrators damaged the honor of women. "Rape until you get pregnant, depressed, then commit suicide. For those who actually blame the victim with various judgments, please save your ego masturbation first. Your desire to feel holier than others is really very unhelpful," said Ernest.

Novia Widiasari was raped until she became pregnant. She was then forced to have an abortion. His own family considered him a disgrace. Misogini stepped on him mercilessly. Novia Widiasari, chose to end her life at her father's grave. Novia Widiasari. Let's remember his name. Let's fight on his behalf.

— Ernest Prakasa (@ernestprakasa) December 5, 2021

Short and concise, composer Addie MS said, “It needs to be investigated thoroughly.” He includes a link to the news of the Novia Widyasari case.

As for now, the name Novia Widyasari still occupies a trending topic on social media. Support from netizens continues to flow so that the authorities can give big sanctions to Randy Bagus.