“Tears Flow as I’m Told I Failed at Motherhood – Syed Saddiq’s Mother”
Sharifah Mahani Syed Abdul Aziz, mother of Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, cried after strangers sent WhatsApp messages calling her a “failed mother” and claiming she had humiliated the family.
Source: Astro Mustika HD · August 19, 2026 at 3:01 PM · AI-assisted report
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SINGAPORE, 19 AUGUST 2026 —
Malaysian MP’s Mother Faces Online Backlash Over Son’s Upcoming Wedding
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KUALA LUMPUR — Sharifah Mahani Syed Abdul Aziz, mother of Muar Member of Parliament Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, has spoken out about the emotional toll of receiving anonymous WhatsApp messages criticizing her parenting and the upcoming marriage of her son to celebrity Bella Astillah.
Sharifah Mahani, a former teacher with 38 years of service, expressed relief and joy following the public announcement of Syed Saddiq and Bella’s wedding date, set for October 10. She described the family’s relief in being able to focus on preparations after the announcement was made during a television program. “Allahuakbar, I am truly happy. It is very joyful because now many people know about this,” she said.
“Family members are also relieved, and preparations will be made as soon as possible. Let us all pray that everything goes smoothly.”
However, the 60-year-old revealed that she had cried upon receiving unsolicited WhatsApp messages from unknown individuals questioning her abilities as a mother and criticizing both Syed Saddiq and Bella. “At first, I cried because I wasn’t used to such situations. Some said I failed as a mother, that I didn’t raise Saddiq well, and that I had shamed the family,” she recounted. “There were also negative remarks about Bella and belittling comments about my son.
It was difficult to accept at first.”
Sharifah Mahani further alleged that some messages contained insults and threats, with senders reportedly using different numbers even after being blocked. “Sometimes I receive messages every week, sometimes once every two weeks. When I block them, they use other numbers,” she said. “The senders aren’t just from within the country—some are from abroad, including Singapore. I don’t know how they obtained my phone number.”
Despite the harassment, Sharifah Mahani has chosen to accept it as part of life’s challenges, focusing instead on praying for a smooth wedding process. “What matters is that Allah knows the truth of their relationship. Let their marriage be valid in the eyes of religion,” she said. “I only pray that Allah eases their path, validates their marriage on the set date, and grants them happiness until they reach Jannah.”
The announcement of Syed Saddiq and Bella’s wedding was made during the television program MeleTOP on August 19. The couple’s decision to go public with their plans has drawn both support and criticism, reflecting the intense public scrutiny often faced by Malaysian public figures.
The incident highlights the growing trend of online harassment in Malaysia, where public figures and their families are frequently subjected to abusive messages on social media. While Syed Saddiq has not publicly addressed the backlash, his mother’s remarks underscore the personal impact of such digital vitriol.
For now, the family is concentrating on wedding preparations, with Sharifah Mahani urging the public to pray for the couple’s happiness. The wedding, scheduled for October 10, will mark a significant personal milestone for both Syed Saddiq and Bella, amid a backdrop of public and private challenges.
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