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New Straits Times
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Bella still keeps first photo taken with Syed Saddiq
KUALA LUMPUR: Actress and singer Bella Astillah recently captured the attention of netizens by revealing she still possesses a photograph from her very first encounter with the Muar Member of Parliament, Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman. Bella, whose full name is Dayang Ara Nabellah Awang Astillah, shared that this memorable photo was taken during a spontaneous meeting, which she described as quite significant to her. "Most interestingly, I still have the picture taken when we first met. At the time, Syed Saddiq simply greeted me and asked how I was doing," she recounted during a recent audio broadcast. "I happened to be holding my phone, so I asked him if we could take a picture. Syed Saddiq agreed and even used his own phone to capture the moment." Intriguingly, Syed Saddiq, 32, who was also part of the recording session, admitted he was excited by the mother-of-two's invitation for a photo. "I didn't save the picture, but I still remember the incident vividly. I was thrilled when Bella uploaded the picture and tagged me on social media. I kept reposting it," he said. Syed Saddiq and Bella have previously been in the spotlight on several occasions. They've appeared together in campaigns for local clothing brands and collaborated on the music video 'Tapi Bukan Denganmu'. These joint ventures sparked the 'BASS' phenomenon among fans, a playful combination of Bella and Syed Saddiq's names. This phenomenon, uniting figures from the worlds of entertainment and politics, has not only garnered attention in Malaysia but has also piqued the interest of entertainment enthusiasts in South Korea. Further fuelling speculation of a special relationship between them, Bella has also been seen accompanying Syed Saddiq at several of his court hearings.
New Straits Times
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Bella Astillah: Syed Saddiq and I are the male and female versions of each other
KUALA LUMPUR: Sabahan singer-actress Bella Astillah has confirmed that she and Muar Member of Parliament Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman are "getting closer" these days. Bella, whose full name is Dayang Ara Nabella Astillah, 31, shared that Syed Saddiq consistently brings cheer to her life. "He is truly a 'green flag' guy, which is why I am very close to him," Bella revealed during a recent podcast interview. The interview also featured her younger sister, singer Didi Astillah, and Syed Saddiq's elder brother, Syed Abdullah. Bella added, "Syed Saddiq and I have a lot in common; in fact, we are like male and female versions of each other." The interview was well-received by many netizens, who commented that the pair would make a superb "power couple" if they were to marry. "They have amazing chemistry," remarked one netizen. Bella and Syed Saddiq are now frequently referred to as BASS, a portmanteau of their initials. They have made numerous joint appearances at social events, and Syed Saddiq even featured in the music video for Bella's song, "Tapi Bukan Denganmu."
New Straits Times
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
'Extraordinary woman': Bella stood by me through it all, says Syed Saddiq
PUTRAJAYA: Former youth and sports minister Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman described singer and actress Bella Astillah as an "extraordinary woman" after being acquitted of all four corruption-related charges at the Court of Appeal today. He made the remark while speaking to reporters, thanking Bella for her support throughout the ordeal. The duo is often seen collaborating online through brand partnerships. They previously appeared together in a campaign for a local clothing brand and in the music video for her single Tapi Bukan Denganmu. Bella, whose real name is Dayang Ara Nabellah Awang Astillah, 31, even entered the courtroom during the verdict delivery to show her support.
New Straits Times
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] Bella Astillah arrives at Court of Appeal to support Syed Saddiq [WATCH]
PUTRAJAYA: Actress and singer Bella Astillah has arrived at the Court of Appeal to support Muar member of Parliament Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman in his appeal against four corruption-related convictions. Bella, whose real name is Dayang Ara Nabellah Awang Astillah, 31, was seen wearing a cyan baju kurung this morning. The appellate court is expected to deliver its verdict on Syed Saddiq's case today. Bella stood behind Syed Saddiq's family during a press conference by the former Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (Muda) president. The duo, often seen in brand collaborations online, previously appeared in a campaign for a local clothing brand and in her music video for Tapi Bukan Denganmu. Dubbed "BASS" by fans, they have gone viral in Malaysia and even attracted attention in South Korea. Although they have not publicly confirmed their relationship, Syed Saddiq's mother has expressed support for the match. The New Straits Times also spotted Syed Saddiq's father, Syed Abdul Rahman, in a green batik shirt, and his mother, Sharifah Mahani Syed Abdul Aziz, in a green headscarf and floral beige baju kurung. His lawyer, Datuk Hisyam Teh Poh Teik, arrived as early as 8am. Syed Saddiq is appealing the High Court's 2023 decision which found him guilty of four charges: abetting criminal breach of trust, misappropriation of Bersatu Youth's (Armada) funds, and money laundering. He was sentenced to seven years in prison, two strokes of the rotan, and a RM10 million fine.
New Straits Times
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
Bella Astillah arrives at Court of Appeal to support Syed Saddiq
PUTRAJAYA: Bella Astillah has arrived at the Court of Appeal in Putrajaya in support of Muar Member of Parliament Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman's appeal against his corruption convictions. Bella, whose real name is Dayang Ara Nabellah Awang Astillah, 31, was seen wearing a green baju kurung this morning. The Court of Appeal is expected to deliver its decision on Syed Saddiq's corruption case. Bella and Syed Saddiq previously appeared together in a campaign for a local clothing brand and collaborated on the music video for Tapi Bukan Denganmu. The duo, nicknamed 'BASS', has gone viral in Malaysia and even attracted attention in South Korea. Although they have never publicly confirmed their relationship, both families have expressed their support should a match materialise. The New Straits Times also spotted Syed Saddiq's father here at 8am, wearing a green batik shirt and his lawyer Datuk Hisyam Teh Poh Teik.
