According to detikHot and viva.co.id reporting on September 16, 2026, Indonesian entertainer Andre Taulany has filed a marriage recommendation letter from the East Ciputat Religious Office (KUA Ciputat Timur) directed to the Kebayoran Baru Religious Office via the Ministry of Religious Affairs’ SIMKAH system, signaling plans to marry actress Amanda Rigby. Andre addressed the upcoming nuptials publicly, detailing the specific personal traits that convinced him to commit to Amanda after months of persistent media speculation surrounding their professional collaboration.
Andre Taulany Outlines Reasons for Choosing Amanda Rigby
When questioned about his decision to marry Amanda Rigby, Andre initially offered lighthearted remarks before outlining the character traits that solidified his choice, as reported by detikHot. According to statements given in South Jakarta on September 15, 2026, and cited by viva.co.id, the former Stinky vocalist emphasized Amanda’s gentle disposition, her acceptance of him, and her bond with his children. “The thing that makes me sure? Because she’s a woman, exactly! Smart at answering. Of course… I’m happy,” Andre stated, as translated from detikHot. He later added, according to the same outlet, “She’s a kind person, then gentle, then willing to accept me as I am, affectionate toward the children.” Andre also expressed hope that prayers from close friends, parents, and netizens would provide positive energy for the wedding.
KUA Confirmation and Official Filing Details
Public speculation regarding a romantic relationship intensified following official administrative steps handled through religious authorities. According to viva.co.id, Riswanto, the head of the Kebayoran Baru Religious Office, confirmed that a notification appeared in the system regarding a recommendation letter filed by the East Ciputat Religious Office. The document lists Andreas Taulany and Amanda Lintang Larasati Rigby as the prospective couple. Despite the electronic filing, Riswanto clarified to viva.co.id that the process has not yet reached the stage where formal marriage files have been physically submitted to the Kebayoran Baru office, leaving the status recorded as sent.
Contrasting Media Framing and Prior Professional Stance
Public interest in the pairing developed gradually over several months, marked by contrasting public postures from both individuals. According to viva.co.id, rumors gained traction earlier when Andre was observed recording Amanda during a filming session alongside Dicky Difie, an occurrence that drew significant attention given that Andre’s previous divorce proceedings had not yet concluded at that time. In contrast, when asked about ongoing public matchmaking in March 2026 via YouTube’s Insertlive, Amanda Rigby maintained a relaxed stance. As reported by detikHot, Amanda emphasized professional boundaries at the time, stating, “We are all professional here. The friends are also a lot of fun, it’s just really exciting,” noting that they merely shared a positive working environment across multiple television programs.
Did You Know?
Administrative marriage filings in Indonesia typically require prospective couples residing across different sub-district jurisdictions to obtain a formal recommendation letter (surat rekomendasi nikah) from their origin KUA before registering at the KUA where the ceremony will take place, as outlined by KUA Kebayoran Baru officials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the individuals named in the KUA marriage filing?
According to KUA Kebayoran Baru head Riswanto, the official documentation lists Andreas Taulany and Amanda Lintang Larasati Rigby as the prospective couple.
What reasons did Andre Taulany give for his marriage plans?
According to detikHot and viva.co.id, Andre cited Amanda’s gentle nature, her willingness to accept him as he is, and her affection toward his children as primary factors in his decision.
Have the exact date and location of the wedding been announced?
No. According to detikHot reporting from September 2026, Andre continues to keep specific wedding details under wraps, joking that the ceremony will take place during a full moon overseas.
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