'This man gave me my smile back' - Bunga Citra Lestari on finding love again amidst grief
THE love story of Bunga Citra Lestari and the late Ashraf Sinclair was one of the few celebrity love stories that captured the hearts of fans. From their early days of their romance to the joys of parenthood, their shared moments etched itself into the hearts of fans.
This is why, when Bunga navigated her way through the agony of a heartbreaking loss following Ashraf’s demise, fans mourned alongside her.
But as life is full of surprising turns, a new chapter awaited her and now Bunga has rediscovered love with Tiko Aryawardhana, whom she tied the knot with in an intimate ceremony over the weekend in Bali.
Once again, the love story of Bunga pulled heartstrings, for many reasons.
The songstress shared a video on Instagram where she can be seen frolicking on the beach with her son Noah Sinclair, and her now husband Tiko followed by snippets of their ceremony.
She read a touching message, reflecting on life and finding happiness again.
“Will there ever be happiness again?
“Day by day, I got used to the pain, living life knowing that the pain will not go away. It will stay there and continue to be there,” she said.
She then talked about how Tiko came into her life.
“The wounds will always be there, but this man gave me my smile back. He took me to places I could never have imagined. You are my best friend, my love, thank you for loving my wounds and everything about me.”
Fans poured in comments, congratulating the happy couple. It was also a bittersweet moment for some to see her move on, but they acknowledged that she deserves to be happy too.
The presence of Ashraf’s parents and siblings also drew a wave of mixed emotions as fans couldn’t help but be moved by the unconditional support shown by the family.
In glimpses of their wedding, both Bunga and Tiko were warmly embraced by Ashraf's parents as they exchanged hugs.
Ashraf’s sister, Aishah was a bridesmaid alongside singer Yuna, who is married to the youngest of the Sinclair siblings, Adam.
“My doa for my beautiful sister @itsmebcl was to one day find love and happiness again, but I prayed that he would be someone who would not only be a supportive companion to Bunga, a caring father to Noah but he would accept us as part of Bunga’s life.
“And @tikotiki is exactly that. From the first day we met, you have shown us what an amazing person you are. I am so happy to have you in our family Tiko.
“Thank you for not only loving Bunga and Noah so fiercely, but for loving the rest of us Sinclairs too,” wrote Aishah on her Instagram.
Meanwhile, Yuna also dedicated a special message for Bunga and Tiko. “The world heals a little bit more when a person finds love again. Congratulations @itsmebcl and @tikotiki we adore you and we are so in love with this incredible union.
“I’m so happy you guys found each other, may Allah bless you guys with happiness, health and everlasting love til Jannah.”
Ashraf’s mother, Khadija Abdul Rahman who Bunga calls Ummi wrote: “Syukur alhamdulillah, my loving daughter Bunga is married to Tiko. A most beautiful gift from Allah SWT, to be loved, cared and a father to Noah. Amin.”
Bunga and Tiko who is a businessman, was rumoured to be romantically linked earlier this year.
Tiko, was previuosly married to a woman named Arina Winarto, however the former couple called it quits in 2021. They share three daughters together.
Bunga and Ashraf were married for 12 years before he passed away in Feb 2020. Their son Noah turns 13 this year.
