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Kahitna brings Carlo Saba back virtually during 40th-anniversary concert

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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In-depth From a news agency Outcome reported
  • Kahitna presented a virtual image of late member Carlo Saba while performing “Katakan Saja” at its 40th-anniversary concert in Jakarta.
  • Vocalist Mario Ginanjar said Saba remained an inseparable part of the group, while founder Yovie Widianto dedicated “Permaisuriku” to him.
  • The concert also featured RAN, Tiara Andini, Monita Tahalea, Arsy Widianto and Niki Becker.

Kahitna turned its 40th-anniversary concert into an emotional reunion with Carlo Saba, bringing the late singer back onto the stage virtually during “Katakan Saja.”

Saba, who died in 2023, appeared in a visual display beside the stage at the concert venue NICE PIK 2 in Jakarta. The tribute became part of the performance itself, moving the audience and reinforcing his continuing presence in the group's story.

Kahitna remains nine members strong. Although his body is no longer here, Carlo Saba's soul and spirit are always in our hearts.

· Mario GinanjarThe Kahitna vocalist spoke during the virtual tribute to the late member at the anniversary concert.

“Kahitna remains nine members strong. Although his body is no longer here, Carlo Saba's soul and spirit are always in our hearts,” vocalist Mario Ginanjar said from the stage, drawing loud applause.

Thank you from my friends who encouraged me to build Kahitna, especially the late Carlo Saba.

· Yovie WidiantoKahitna's founder thanked Saba for his support during the band's development.

Yovie Widianto, Kahitna's founder, also remembered Saba as a friend who encouraged him while he was building the band. He thanked Saba and then dedicated “Permaisuriku” to him, identifying the song as a work written by his late friend. The song dated from Kahitna's classic disco era in Jakarta and formed part of the concert's tribute.

The special show, titled “KAHITNA 40 TAHUN: Di Antara Takkan Tergantinya Cantik & Titik Nadir Mantan Terindah,” also brought together RAN, Tiara Andini, Monita Tahalea, Arsy Widianto and Niki Becker.

Kahitna once made a song like this, written by the late Carlo Saba. Its title is... 'Permaisuriku.' This is for you, Carlo!

· Yovie WidiantoWidianto introduced the song he dedicated to Saba.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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