“I am the luckiest man in the world.”
That was how Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman opened his heartfelt speech as he confirmed his engagement to singer and actress Bella Astillah yesterday (March 28), marking a deeply personal milestone that has Malaysians celebrating.
Speaking candidly, Syed Saddiq, 33, described Bella, 32, as an “exceptional” and “extraordinarily talented” woman, highlighting not just her public persona but the qualities he said truly define her character.
He praised her strength and kindness, noting that her compassion extends even to people she has never met — a trait he said made her stand out and ultimately drew him closer to her.
“I think that’s what makes Bella truly special,” he said, adding that his admiration has grown into love for who she is as a person.
In a particularly emotional moment, Syed Saddiq addressed public curiosity surrounding Bella’s two children, Ayden and Ara, making it clear that his commitment is rooted in love and acceptance.
“I don’t love Bella in spite of her children, but because of them,” he said.
He also reflected on family values, sharing that seeing Bella with her children reminded him of his own parents and the upbringing that shaped him into who he is today.
The speech concluded with words of gratitude as he thanked Bella for giving him a chance.
The engagement event was broadcast on several television channels.
The speech has since sparked widespread reactions online, with many expressing support and admiration for the couple, describing the moment as both heartfelt and inspiring.
"I asked, she said yes. This is not the end of the story, it is our beginning. And today is our engagement ceremony, please pray for us.
“It began with a simple collaboration that eventually raised more than RM6 million for the people and without realising it, brought two hearts together. Allah SWT is the best of planners,” he wrote in the caption.
The engagement marks a new chapter for Bella following a highly publicised divorce from Singaporean singer Aliff Aziz in June 2024.
Her previous marriage, which lasted nearly eight years, was frequently overshadowed by allegations of infidelity, leading to widespread public sympathy for the mother of two. - Sinar Daily
