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14 years married, this is the first time we've been apart: Yusry Abdul Halim
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14 years married, this is the first time we've been apart: Yusry Abdul Halim

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actor Datuk Yusry Abdul Halim expressed deep longing for his wife, Datin Lisa Surihani, who is performing the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca.
  • This is the longest period they have been apart in their 14-year marriage, leading Yusry to tears upon hearing her voice message.
  • Lisa sent a voice message praising Yusry's acting performance in the drama 'Dendam Seorang Mentua' and praying for his success and well-being.

Datuk Yusry Abdul Halim, a renowned singer and actor, became emotional after hearing a voice message from his wife, Datin Lisa Surihani, who is currently in Mecca performing the Hajj pilgrimage. Yusry shared that this separation is the longest in their 14-year marriage, causing him significant distress and bringing him to tears.

Every day we make video calls because it's the first time we've been apart this long in 14 years of marriage. This is the longest, and I really feel it.

โ€” Datuk Yusry Abdul HalimDescribing his feelings about being separated from his wife while she performs the Hajj.

Despite the distance, the couple maintains daily video calls. Yusry mentioned that their children also miss their mother, but he refrains from disturbing her during her spiritual journey. Their last contact was the previous night. Lisa's surprise voice message, shared by Era FM on Instagram, expressed pride in Yusry's recent acting success.

You have done well, MashaAllah. My prayers for you are that Allah protects your every step going and coming, seeking sustenance for our family.

โ€” Datin Lisa SurihaniSending a voice message to her husband, praising his acting and praying for his well-being.

Lisa lauded Yusry's portrayal of Datuk Muzaffar in the drama 'Dendam Seorang Mentua,' which has received positive reception. She prayed for his protection and success in his endeavors to provide for their family, wishing him abundant and blessed sustenance. Lisa expressed her happiness and pride in his achievements, noting that his performance has opened doors for good and halal opportunities for their family.

May Allah make all your affairs easy in whatever you do. May Allah grant your every prayer.

โ€” Datin Lisa SurihaniContinuing her prayer for her husband's success and ease in his endeavors.

Yusry has garnered significant attention for his role in the 50-episode drama 'Dendam Seorang Mentua,' which also features Tracie Sinidol, Hariz Hamdan, Chacha Maembong, and Lisdawati. The drama's success has highlighted Yusry's acting talent, with fans and critics alike praising his performance.

As a wife, I am happy and proud for you. May the success from this drama open good and halal doors of sustenance for our family.

โ€” Datin Lisa SurihaniExpressing her pride in her husband's acting success and her hopes for their family's future.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.