Istana Anak Yatim Darul Azhar in Batulicin was abuzz with activity on Sunday (May 21, 2023). Several cars were parked in front of the Darul Azhar Mosque, which is located opposite the residence of Tanah Bumbu Regent, Abah dr. H. M. Zairullah Azhar, and the orphans. To their surprise, two senior singers from the 70s era visited them that evening. They arrived at the Regent’s residence at around 4.00 pm local time and were welcomed by Abah Zairullah, Wahyudi Windarti Zairullah, and Secretary (Sekda) Ambo Sakka.
After a brief chat with Abah Zairullah, Muchsin Alatas and his wife visited the Istana Anak Yatim’s pendopo, where hundreds of orphans were already waiting for them. Muchsin Alatas was then asked by Abah Zairullah to enlighten the children. Muchsin told the orphans that he was the descendant of a Habib (a title given to a male descendant of the Prophet Muhammad), and singing was not his goal or ambition. “All of this is due to Allah’s regulations,” he said.
The orphans were encouraged not to feel inferior about their future prospects. Muchsin, himself, became an orphan when he was in the sixth grade of elementary school. As a child, Muchsin stressed the importance of obeying parents, regardless of who they are.
On this occasion, Muchsin expressed his admiration for Abah Zairullah, who selflessly mentors thousands of orphans in Indonesia, especially in Tanah Bumbu. “Moreover, he is currently the President of Indonesian Orphanages (LKSA-PSAA),” he said.
WHO ARE MUCHSIN AND TITIEK SANDHORA?
This senior singing couple’s marriage has endured for many years, as they have been living together for 48 years. The secret to their successful relationship is to solve problems with a cool head, which strengthens their bond.
Titiek Sandhora was a famous singer in the 1970s era. Her songs were frequently played on the radio and were popular among the public during that time. This woman, born in Brebes, Central Java, on January 20, 1954, achieved fame through her duet with Muchsin Alatas. Some of their famous songs were Halo Sayang, Dunia Belum Kiamat, and Pertemuan Adam dan Hawa.
Not only were they partners in their musical careers, Titiek Sandhora and Muchsin Alatas were also a couple in real life. They got married in 1972 and were blessed with three children, Bobby Sandhora, Beby, and Bella.
Aside from being a successful musician, Titiek was also talented in the performing arts. She starred in several films such as Awan Djingga (1970), Si Janda Kembang (1973), Surat Undangan (1975), and Penasaran (1977).
In the 1980s, Titiek rarely appeared on television together with the emergence of other young artists in the entertainment industry. However, she proved her existence as a senior artist in 2015 through the film Skakmat.
Now, this 67-year-old woman spends most of her time with her family, especially her husband, and shares her activities on Instagram (@titieksandhora_official). The couple is also active in creating content on their YouTube channel, Muchsin Alatas & Titiek Sandhora Official, where they upload music content and share recipes as well.
