Malaysian singer-actress Bella Astillah and Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman celebrated their marriage with 3,000 guests at MITEC in Kuala Lumpur on October 18.
The wedding reception held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre on October 18 brought together guests from Malaysia’s political, musical, and entertainment spheres. Prominent political figures in attendance included Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, and Law and Institutional Reform Minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman, alongside musical icons like Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza and Jaclyn Victor. Also joining the celebration were Scha Al-Yahya and her husband Awal Ashaari, Fazura, Amelia Henderson, Fasha Sandha and her husband Aidil Aziz, Sweet Qismina and Adam Lee, as well as Hairul Azreen and Hanis Zalikha, with musical accompaniment provided by musician Datuk Mokhzani and his DM & String Ensemble.
Ayden Adrean Speaks Out on His Family’s New Chapter
The emotional apex of the evening arrived when Bella’s nine-year-old son took the microphone. Mohamed Ayden Adrean addressed the audience and his stepfather directly, recounting the difficult periods his mother experienced before marrying the Muar MP. He thanked Syed Saddiq for bringing laughter back to the household and for embracing both him and his six-year-old sister, Ara Adreanna, as true family.
Syed Saddiq and Bella Astillah reportedly marry at Merdeka 118, with celebrities and politicians attending. https://t.co/Ystaav3Z3h pic.twitter.com/ZlyYYS5TBy
Daddy, before you came into our lives, there were times when I saw mummy cry. I was still small and sometimes, I didn’t understand everything that was happening. I just knew that mummy was sad.
Mohamed Ayden Adrean, via The Straits Times
Ayden continued his speech by expressing gratitude for the sacrifices his mother made, offering a prayer for their family and telling both of them that he loved them very much. Earlier in the relationship timeline, Bella was married to Singaporean singer-actor Aliff Aziz in 2016, with whom she welcomed Ayden and Ara before their final divorce in 2024 following a khalwat scandal involving Malaysian actress Ruhainies.
Syed Saddiq Delivers a Parliamentary Defense Against Critics
Addressing online critics who questioned the couple’s supposed incompatibility, Syed Saddiq used his wedding reception microphone to defend his wife. Observers on social media noted that his delivery carried the same charisma as he always does in a parliamentary debate, prompting amused reactions online from citizens comparing the speech to a legislative tabling session.
I am the luckiest man on the face of this earth.
Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, via Yahoo
He pushed back against narratives that his wife needed rescuing, stating that Bella saved herself through her own resilience and independent career.
She is the ultimate green forest, the ultimate mother, and the exceptional lady whom I had the privilege to call my wife.
Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, via Yahoo
Bella Astillah Premieres Her Dedication Song With Hael Husaini
To conclude the evening’s program, Bella performed a brand-new track titled ‘Bersama Aku Setia Selamanya’. The song was co-written and produced with assistance from singer-composer Hael Husaini, who incorporated WhatsApp messages detailing the couple’s relationship history into the lyrics. Bella admitted to reporters that she felt nervous during the performance, having recorded the track across three studio sessions. Both of her children have already memorized the entire composition.
Public Receptions and Honeymoon Plans After Parliament
Following the MITEC reception, the couple’s celebrations will extend outward through public-facing events themed “Kenduri Rakyat” (community feast). These public receptions are scheduled for Muar, Johor on October 25, and Kota Kinabalu, Sabah on October 31.
As for honeymoon plans, Syed Saddiq stated that his legislative duties take precedence while Parliament is currently sitting through December. The couple intends to take short weekend breaks before planning a family honeymoon that includes Ayden and Ara once the legislative session concludes.