Ara Johari's MPV purchase not a 'flex'
The 'Menjaga Jodoh Orang Lain' singer says the MPV was purchased to travel in comfort for performances.
In fact, Ara clarified, the vehicle was financed through a bank, not purchased outright.
"It is a necessity for someone who travels as much as I do... sometimes to Johor, Penang and so on," she says.
"So, I need a comfortable vehicle, not just for myself but for my team as well. The MPV is great for long journeys, no more body aches."
"I used to rent an MPV every time I travelled out of the district.
"When I thought about it, it made more sense to buy my own as the monthly cost is more or less the same.
She was speaking during a rehearsal for the Festival Tentang Cinta concert.
The concert, which also features Hael Hussaini, Adira Suhaimi, Ziva Magnolia, Andmesh and Mary Grace, will take place at the Sabah International Convention Centre in Kota Kinabalu this Sunday.
Ara adds that she isn't a fan of spending money carelessly.
"I have a financial officer who is very strict about spending. I get a fixed monthly salary like everyone else.
"Payment for a show can't be used as I wish, it all goes into the company account," she says, stressing that she is not a "shopaholic".
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