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Raffi is an active businessman. His line of businesses includes clothing, food, bodyspray, masks, and furniture brands.
Raffi is an active businessman. His line of businesses includes clothing, food, bodyspray, masks, and furniture brands.

== Controversies ==
===Narcotics consumption===
On January 27, 2013, Raffi's house was raided by the [[National Narcotics Board| National Narcotics Agency]] (BNN). Raffi and his friend were found to be in possession of marijuana and MDMA. As a result, he and his friend were taken to the police station and underwent rehabilitation. This case had caused Raffi to lose several jobs.<ref>https://www.suara.com/lifestyle/2024/09/29/175545/5-kontroversi-raffi-ahmad-terbaru-prahara-gelar-doktor-honoris-causa</ref><ref>https://bnn.go.id/kasus-narkotika-raffi-ahmad-kembali-diperkarakan/</ref>

===Suspicious university===
Raffi becomes viral on social medias after getting [[honorary degree]] from an [[Unaccredited institutions of higher education|unaccredited university]] named "Universal Institute of Professional Management" or UIPM.<ref>https://www.jawapos.com/infotainment/amp/015148851/alamat-kampus-yang-beri-gelar-doktor-honoris-causa-ke-raffi-ahmad-ternyata-berupa-hotel-begini-penjelasan-uipm</ref><ref>https://inet.detik.com/cyberlife/d-7565881/kampus-pemberi-gelar-doktor-honoris-ke-raffi-ahmad-dikuliti-warganet</ref> Aside of the lack of a headquarter, the university also claims to have been recognized by the [[Kingdom of Prussia]], making the campus even more suspicious since the Kingdom of Prussia had been dissolved after [[World War II]].<ref>https://tirto.id/sejarah-kingdom-of-prussia-yang-diklaim-mengakui-uipm-thailand-g4iB</ref> Raffi Ahmad is known to have received an honorary doctorate in the department of "Event Management and Global Digital Development". Meanwhile, on the UIPM website, the department is not included in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.<ref>https://radarkediri.jawapos.com/genznews/785148724/berikut-fakta-fakta-uipm-thailand-kampus-yang-beri-gelar-doktor-honoris-causa-ke-raffi-ahmad</ref>


==Sports team ownership==
==Sports team ownership==
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* [[RANS Nusantara F.C.]]
* [[RANS Nusantara F.C.]]
* [[RANS Simba Bogor]]
* [[RANS Simba Bogor]]
* [[BG_Pathum_United_F.C.]]


== References ==
== References ==

Latest revision as of 12:24, 18 November 2024

Raffi Ahmad
Raffi in 2020
Born
Raffi Farid Ahmad

(1987-02-17) 17 February 1987 (age 37)
Bandung, West Java, Indonesia
NationalityIndonesian
Occupations
  • Actor
  • presenter
  • singer
  • producer
  • entrepreneur
  • publisher
Years active2001–present
Spouse
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(m. 2014)​
ChildrenRafathar Malik Ahmad [id]
Rayyanza Malik Ahmad
Parents
FamilySyahnaz Sadiqah [id] (sister)
Nisya Ahmad [id] (sister)
Alshad Ahmad [id] (cousin)
Musical career
GenresPop
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • Guitar
  • Piano
Labels
Signature

Raffi Farid Ahmad (born 17 February 1987) is an Indonesian actor, presenter, singer, entrepreneur, media personality, and film producer. He is of the Sundanese and Pakistani descent as well as the eldest son of Munawar Ahmad and Amy Qanita. Raffi was also the founder of RANS Entertainment company.

Early life

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Raffi was born on 17 February 1987, in Bandung, West Java. He is the oldest child of next four

Career

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2001–2011: Career beginnings

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Raffi started out as a model in 2001 where he joined Cover Boy as a panelist. In addition to acting, he also appeared in TV advertisements, hosted, and performed as a singer. He played a supporting role in the soap opera, Tunjuk Satu Bintang, and later, a starring role in Senandung Masa Puber, paired with Bunga Citra Lestari. Following that, he kept making appearances in many soap operas, film television (FTV), and movie, such as Love is Cinta. Raffi's acting in the movie got praise from film critics.[citation needed]

In 2006, the top musician, Melly Goeslaw, held a casting for vocal group Bukan Bintang Biasa, also known as BBB. This project devoted for Indonesian teen soap opera. From many artist starring the soap opera was auditioned, Raffi was selected with Laudya Cynthia Bella, Chelsea Olivia Wijaya, Dimas Beck, and Ayushita. Their first single, "Let's Dance Together", was well received. And then, BBB starred in a film directed by Lasja Fauzia called Bukan Bintang Biasa, the single from mentioned film, became most popular with the teenage demographic and the duet single with Ayushita, Jangan Bilang Tidak (translated "Don't Say No"), became the next single.[citation needed]

In 2008, Raffi's acting career more increasing when he appeared in a film produced by Rudy Soedjarwo, Liar and Asoy Geboy. And his name was more popular when he became a presenter in a music program, Dahsyat, who presented by two multi-talent artist, Luna Maya and Olga Syahputra. At the end of the year, BBB launched a new single, "Putus Nyambung", and the new single was received positive response. At the time, it dismissed that BBB only vocal group shortly.

In 2009, Raffi was touted as one of the best-selling artists of music program show, Dahsyat, more increasingly himself in presenter career. In addition to the music program show Dahsyat, he starred in two new programs, Rafi Wkwkwk and OMG, who pairing with Olga Syahputra. Yet, he also still exist in world of acting when starring in some film television, the opera soap Buku Harian Baim, and the sitcom OKB also starred by himself. In addition, he also released the new single, "Johan (Jodoh di Tangan Tuhan)", who duet with Laudya Chintya Bella.

On 26 February 2010, at the 2010 Dahsyatnya Awards, Raffi and Yuni Shara appeared together playing a medley of songs: "Johan (Jodoh di Tangan Tuhan") and "Kucari Jalan Terbaik". This was followed by various offers to pair the two in projects, including advertisements, the duets single "50 Tahun Lagi", and the movie Rumah Tanpa Jendela. He also directed a short film called Barbie, who starred by Yuni Shara. The 10-minute movie was awarded the "Best Movie" award at the 2011 LA Lights Indie Movie.

At the end of 2011, Raffi starred in a horror-comedy film titled Pocong Kesetanan. His existence and productivity get result the best work from program television, opera soap, film television, movie, commercials, and some business was managed by him, one of the Indonesian production house, Barometer Lite, which produces one of Indonesia's leading tabloids, put his name in the fourth position from 9 for Indonesian richest artists of 2011.

2012–present: Rising popularity

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On 28 August 2014, Raffi made a special appearance in the Indonesian movie Olga & Billy Lost in Singapore alongside Olga Syahputra, Billy Syahputra, Chand Kelvin, and Raffi's sister, Syahnaz Sadiqah.

Personal life

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Raffi has dated several Indonesian actress such as Laudya Cynthia Bella, Bunga Zainal, Ratna Galih, Tyas Mirasih, and Velove Vexia.[1] He became the subject of controversy in the media about his relationship with singer Krisdayanti's sister, Yuni Shara, who is 14 years his senior. Their relationship lasted for four years.

On 17 October 2014, he married his childhood sweetheart, actress Nagita Slavina, at the age of 27. Their marriage became a subject of great media attention and was broadcast live on television all around the country. Their wedding was held in three cities: Jakarta, Bandung, and Bali. The wedding consisted of a Javanese traditional procession followed by the marriage ceremony and reception in Jakarta, a private party in Bali, and a Ngunduh Mantu in Bandung.[citation needed]

On 15 August 2015, Nagita gave birth to a boy named Rafathar Malik Ahmad. Rafathar has since appeared in film, playing himself in Rafathar: The Movie,[2] and also on the TV show Rumah Mama Amy (MNC TV).[3]

Raffi and Nagita had their second son, Rayyanza Malik Ahmad, on 26 November 2021. With his family's popularity, since birth, Rayyanza or also known as Cipung, has gained a lot of attention on social media. His social media popularity continues to grow as he often show adorable behaviours and actions. He also went viral as Nagita often puts on costumes on him for photoshoots. At his early age, he is already earning money from social media endorsements, appearing on TV shows, and their YouTube channel.

Raffi is an active businessman. His line of businesses includes clothing, food, bodyspray, masks, and furniture brands.

Controversies

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Narcotics consumption

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On January 27, 2013, Raffi's house was raided by the National Narcotics Agency (BNN). Raffi and his friend were found to be in possession of marijuana and MDMA. As a result, he and his friend were taken to the police station and underwent rehabilitation. This case had caused Raffi to lose several jobs.[4][5]

Suspicious university

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Raffi becomes viral on social medias after getting honorary degree from an unaccredited university named "Universal Institute of Professional Management" or UIPM.[6][7] Aside of the lack of a headquarter, the university also claims to have been recognized by the Kingdom of Prussia, making the campus even more suspicious since the Kingdom of Prussia had been dissolved after World War II.[8] Raffi Ahmad is known to have received an honorary doctorate in the department of "Event Management and Global Digital Development". Meanwhile, on the UIPM website, the department is not included in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.[9]

Sports team ownership

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Basketball clubs

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Football clubs

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Moto2 World Championship

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Discography

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Studio album

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  • Kamulah Takdirku (2015)
  • Rafathar (album) (2017)

Singles

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Year Title Album Label
2006 "Let's Dance Together" (with BBB & Melly Goeslaw) Mindnsoul Aquarius Musikindo
2007 "Bukan Bintang Biasa"(with BBB) Ost. Bukan Bintang Biasa
"Jangan Bilang Tidak" (feat. Ayushita)
"Tergila-Gila"
2008 "Putus Nyambung" (with BBB) Non-album single
2009 "Jodoh di Tangan Tuhan" (feat. Laudya Cynthia Bella)
2010 "50 Tahun Lagi" (feat. Yuni Shara) Unknown
2011 "Cinta Ini" (feat. Yuni Shara)
"1,2,3" (feat. Yuni Shara & Cavin Cello)
2012 "CH2 (Cinta Hati Hati)" (with BBB & Melly Goeslaw) Balance Aquarius Musikindo
2013 "Air dan Api" Kamulah Takdirku MyMusic Records
2014 "Bukan Rama Shinta"
"Kamulah Takdirku" (feat. Nagita Slavina)
2015 "Masih" (feat. Nagita Slavina)
"Terbaik Untukmu"
"Let's Talk About Love" (feat. Nagita Slavina)
"Jika" (feat. Nagita Slavina)
"Menikahmu" (feat. Nagita Slavina)
"Lepaskan Saja"
"Pesawat Terbang"
2016 "Penerus Darahku" OST Rafathar (Original Soundtrack)
2017 "Heey Yoo Rafathar" (feat. Nagita Slavina)
"Mati Bersamamu" (feat. Nagita Slavina)
"Takdir Manusia" (feat. Nagita Slavina)
"Buka Puasa" (feat. Nagita Slavina) Non-album single Unknown

Video clip

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Year Title Artist
2004 "Aku Masih Cinta" Delon feat. Andre Hehanusa
"Salam Bagi Sahabat" Albert Fakdewer feat. Glenn Fredly
2005 "Manusia Biasa" Radja
"Pasangan Yang Tepat" Marshanda
2009 "Hancur Hatiku" Olga Syahputra
"Seribu Tahun Lamanya" Sophie Navita
2011 "Aku Cinta" Yuni Shara
"Everybody Knew" Citra Scholastika
"Kemana Saja Dirimu" Nova Rianty
2013 "Goyang Bang Jali" Denny Cagur
2017 "Sejuta Buah" Sarwendah Tan
2021 "23" Marsha Zulkarnain

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
2004 Ada Hantu di Sekolah Arya Lead role
2005 Me vs High Heels Dondon Supporting role
Panggil Namaku Tiga Kali Brian Supporting role
2006 Cinta Pertama Cameo
2007 Bukan Bintang Biasa Raffi Lead role
Love is Cinta Doni Lead role
Nominated – 2007 MTV Indonesia Movie Awards for Most Favorite Actor
2008 40 Hari Bangkitnya Pocong Nino Lead role
Liar Bayu Lead role
Asoy Geboy Didi Lead role
2009 Putih Abu-Abu dan Sepatu Kets Raffi Cameo
2010 Barbie Himself Director
2011 Rumah Tanpa Jendela Raga Supporting role
Virgin 3 Burger's trader Cameo
Get Married 3 Sophie's boyfriend Cameo
Pocong Kesetanan Asep Lead role
2014 Olga & Billy Lost in Singapore Raffi Special appearances
2017 Rafathar Johnny Gold Lead role
2018 The Secret: Suster Ngesot Urban Legend Teddy Lead role
Kesempatan Kedu[d]a Abi Lead Role
′′Arwah Tumbal Nyai,Part Nyai′′ Reno
2019 ′′Rumput Tetangga′′ Ben

Soap Opera

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Year Title Role Notes Network
2002 Tunjuk Satu Bintang SCTV
2003–2004 Senandung Masa Puber Dias Trans TV
2004 Ada Cinta di Lantai 9 Trans TV
2004–2005 Aku Ingin Hidup SCTV
2005 Me vs High Heels The Series Dondon ANTV
TBA Asyiknya Pacaran TV 7
TBA Bisikan Dari Atas SCTV
2006 Juragan Jengkol SCTV
Olivia Justin Lead role RCTI
2007 Romantika Remaja Kelvin Lead role SCTV
Andai Ku Tahu Marcel RCTI
Doo Bee Doo Ariel RCTI
2008 Janji Cinta Aditya Lead role RCTI
Dimas dan Raka Raka Lead role Global TV
2009 Tarzan Cilik Raffi RCTI
Baim Anak Sholeh Raffi RCTI
Buku Harian Baim Ariel SCTV
2010 Koboi Cabe Rawit Ariel SCTV
Mendadak Alim Global TV
Titip Rindu Bagas Lead role SCTV
2011 Bintang Untuk Baim Reno SCTV
Baim Jaim Jaim Lead role MNCTV


Arti Sahabat Season 2 Revan Lead role Indosiar
2011–2012 Dia atau Diriku Satria/Axel SCTV
2013 Putri Nomor 1 Arya Lead role RCTI
2017 I-KTP Entut Lead role ANTV

Television series

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Year Title Network
2005 Extravaganza ABG Trans TV
2008 OKB Trans 7
2008–2018, 2020–2021 Dahsyat RCTI
2011–present Pesbukers ANTV
2012 Waktunya Kita Sahur Trans TV
2013 Yuk Kita Sahur Trans TV
2013–2014 Yuk Keep Smile Trans TV
2014 Sahurnya Ramadhan Trans TV
Slide Show Trans TV
Sentil Trans TV
Ngabuburit Trans TV
The Blusukan Trans TV
2014–2020 Janji Suci Raffi & Gigi Trans TV
2015 RANS Family Net.
2016–2018 Rumah Mama Amy MNCTV
2017–2018 Republik Sosmed Trans TV
2020–2021 The Sultan SCTV
2021–2022 The Sultan Entertainment SCTV
2022–present FYP SCTV
2022–present Ketawa Itu Berkah Trans TV
2022–present Inbox SCTV
2023– House of Mama Gigi SCTV
2023– The Sultan Empire SCTV

Television shows

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Commercials

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Television shows producers

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  • Cagur on the Street

Awards and nominations

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Main article: List of awards and nominations received by Raffi Ahmad

See also

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References

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  1. ^ (in Indonesian) Raffi Ahmad: From Laudya Cynthia Bella until Yuni Shara. Retrieved 17 October 2014
  2. ^ (in Indonesian) Raffi Ahmad: Rafathar: The Movie Will be History. Retrieved 26 November 2018
  3. ^ (in Indonesian) Raffi Ahmad's Son, Rafathar, Will be in Ramadan TV. Retrieved 18 December 2018
  4. ^ https://www.suara.com/lifestyle/2024/09/29/175545/5-kontroversi-raffi-ahmad-terbaru-prahara-gelar-doktor-honoris-causa
  5. ^ https://bnn.go.id/kasus-narkotika-raffi-ahmad-kembali-diperkarakan/
  6. ^ https://www.jawapos.com/infotainment/amp/015148851/alamat-kampus-yang-beri-gelar-doktor-honoris-causa-ke-raffi-ahmad-ternyata-berupa-hotel-begini-penjelasan-uipm
  7. ^ https://inet.detik.com/cyberlife/d-7565881/kampus-pemberi-gelar-doktor-honoris-ke-raffi-ahmad-dikuliti-warganet
  8. ^ https://tirto.id/sejarah-kingdom-of-prussia-yang-diklaim-mengakui-uipm-thailand-g4iB
  9. ^ https://radarkediri.jawapos.com/genznews/785148724/berikut-fakta-fakta-uipm-thailand-kampus-yang-beri-gelar-doktor-honoris-causa-ke-raffi-ahmad
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