Wave of Protest in Sidrap After DJ Nathalie Holscher
- JAKARTA, Indonesia – Islamic organizations are voicing strong condemnation after a video surfaced showing disk jockey Nathalie Holscher receiving a shower of money during a performance at a...
- The Islamic groups are urging the Sidrap Regency government to take measures to regulate night entertainment venues, citing concerns for public comfort and security following the incident.
- The performance in question took place on April 12 at a Sidrap nightclub.
Nathalie Holscher’s DJ Performance Sparks outrage in South Sulawesi
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JAKARTA, Indonesia – Islamic organizations are voicing strong condemnation after a video surfaced showing disk jockey Nathalie Holscher receiving a shower of money during a performance at a nightclub in Sidenreng Rappang Regency (Sidrap), South Sulawesi.
CSOs Call for Government Action
The Islamic groups are urging the Sidrap Regency government to take measures to regulate night entertainment venues, citing concerns for public comfort and security following the incident.
Details of the Incident
The performance in question took place on April 12 at a Sidrap nightclub. Video footage shows patrons approaching the stage and throwing money at Holscher while she performed. Holscher reportedly posted a video of herself lying on a pile of money, which has since been removed from her social media accounts. Reports estimate the total amount of money thrown at her to be 150 million Indonesian Rupiah.
Muhammadiyah Condemns “Pornographic Elements”
Muhammadiyah Sidrap, a prominent Islamic institution, has also condemned the incident. KH Kalam Fattah,Secretary of PD Muhammadiyah Sidrap,stated on Wednesday,April 16,that the organization “strongly condemned the action of DJs that were full of pornographic elements.”
muhammadiyah is calling on law enforcement to investigate potential criminal activity related to the event and urging the sidrap Regional Government to shut down any nightclubs operating without proper permits.
Wahdah Islamiyah Echoes Concerns
The Regional Management Board of Wahdah Islamiyah Sidrap has joined the chorus of criticism, also calling on the local government to regulate night entertainment venues. Lukman Ambo Tuo, Chairman of DPD Wahdah Islamiyah Sidrap, said on Thursday, April 17, “Yesterday’s incident that was viral was something we consider to be a munkar so that we in Wahdah have the responsibility to take part in changing the evil.”
Nathalie Holscher’s DJ Performance Sparks outrage: A Q&A
What Happened?
Q: What event caused the controversy?
A: The controversy stems from a DJ performance by Nathalie Holscher at a nightclub in Sidenreng Rappang Regency (Sidrap), South Sulawesi, on April 12th. during her performance, patrons showered her with money.
Q: What was the reaction to this performance?
A: Islamic organizations have strongly condemned the performance, expressing concerns about public comfort and security.Video footage of the event surfaced, leading to widespread criticism.
Reactions and Concerns
Q: Which organizations have spoken out against the event?
A: Prominent Islamic organizations, including Muhammadiyah Sidrap and the Regional Management Board of Wahdah Islamiyah Sidrap, have voiced their disapproval.
Q: What specific issues did these organizations raise?
A: Muhammadiyah Sidrap condemned the event, citing “pornographic elements.” Wahdah Islamiyah echoed these concerns, labeling the incident as something they consider “evil” (a “munkar”) and calling for action to change it. They want to help change something bad.
Q: what actions are being requested?
A: These organizations are urging the Sidrap Regency government to:
Regulate night entertainment venues.
Investigate potential criminal activity.
* Consider shutting down nightclubs operating without proper permits.
Q: How much money was reportedly involved?
A: Reports estimate that patrons threw approximately 150 million Indonesian Rupiah at Nathalie Holscher during the performance.