Indonesian Celebrities Sarwendah and Indah Respond to Public Criticism Over Family Matters

Sarwendah, the former wife of entertainer Ruben Onsu, clarified that the Rp200 million child‑support amount reported in the media does not represent the total cost of raising their children. She said many expenses are paid from her own funds and that only a portion is billed to her ex‑husband, noting, "I also want to bear part of the costs as a mother."

Indah Ningtyas, wife of comedian Rigen Rakelna, voiced frustration after their seventh‑anniversary post attracted jokes about polygamy. She wrote, "I hate people who ruin a happy moment with such jokes. It's not the place for that," emphasizing that the comments were hurtful and inappropriate.