Syifa Hadju Steps Back from Acting, Seeks Meaningful Roles

Indonesian actress prioritizes quality projects over quantity.

After a decade in the spotlight, Indonesian actress Syifa Hadju is taking a break from acting to pursue projects that resonate with her artistically.

Hiatus for Reflection

Since 2014, Syifa Hadju has been a constant presence on Indonesian television, appearing in series such as “Stars in the Sky,” “The Record of a Wife’s Heart,” and “Saleha.” Now, she is choosing to focus on personal growth.

Despite offers still coming her way, Hadju is carefully considering her next move. She wants to ensure that any future roles align with her evolving artistic vision.

“Wanna do something different for you guys. I can take the project, which means it’s a while for me to appear on the wide screen or web series,”

—Syifa Hadju, Actress

She seeks roles with more depth. According to a 2024 study by the Geena Davis Institute, only 37% of leading roles in film are given to women seejane.org.

A Diverse Career

At only 24, Syifa Hadju already boasts an impressive filmography, with roles in “Beauty and the Beast” (2016), “Ayat-Ayat Cinta 2,” and “Si Boy’s Notes.”

Beyond acting, Hadju has also explored her musical talents, releasing singles such as “My Last Love” (with Arsy Widianto) and “Great Love.”

“So I want this to be something special for you guys like that. So I want to get a project that can really make me enjoy and I really like the story,”

—Syifa Hadju, Actress

Looking Ahead

The actress is determined to select a project that allows her to showcase her talents in a unique and compelling way. Audiences eagerly await her return to the screen.