{
  "id": 13314135,
  "title": "#SHOWBIZ: 'BASS' is official! Syed Saddiq and Bella Astillah tie the knot",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/showbiz-bass-is-official-syed-saddiq-and-bella-astillah-tie-the-knot",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-10T03:25:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2026/10/1552222/showbiz-bass-official-syed-saddiq-and-bella-astillah-tie-knot"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In Kuala Lumpur today, Muar Member of Parliament Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, 34, married popular singer and actress Bella Astillah, 32, at an elegant solemnisation ceremony held at Menara Merdeka Maybank. The religious ceremony, conducted by former Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri around 10.40am, marked the culmination of their engagement that began on March 28.\n\nDuring the solemnisation, Syed Saddiq made a single akad nikah declaration, with his bride accepting a dowry of RM500 from him. The joyful event, attended by approximately 250 guests including family members, dignitaries, and fellow celebrities, took place on Level 118 of the iconic Menara Merdeka Maybank building and carried an Arabic-Islamic theme as requested by the families. Seven hantaran trays were presented by the groom, countered with nine trays from the bride.\n\nSyed Saddiq presented savings for his new wife along with a master's degree scholarship package, while Bella's side gifted a ring, books, and gold. As part of the celebration, the newlyweds were also presented with a sponsored Umrah package. Following their marriage, the couple, affectionately known as 'BASS' by their fan base, will host a grand reception at Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) on October 18. They also plan to host a Kenduri Rakyat for the public in Muar, Johor on October 25, followed by another celebration in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah on October 31.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR: Muar Member of Parliament Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, 34, tied the knot with popular singer and actress Bella Astillah, 32, in an elegant solemnisation ceremony at Menara Merdeka Maybank today.",
  "key_points": [
    "Syed Saddiq, 34, marries Bella Astillah, 32, in Kuala Lumpur",
    "Religious ceremony conducted by Datuk Seri Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri",
    "Newlyweds to host grand reception on October 18"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The marriage of Syed Saddiq and Bella Astillah solidifies their union as a public power couple, with plans for multiple celebrations and charitable events that will likely engage their fan base.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}