Jeje Govinda Biodata, Wiki, Age, Wife, Net Worth, Family, Career, Height & More
Jeje Govinda (born 22 April 1983, Age: 40 years old) is a multi-talented Indonesian musician, actor, and politician who is best known as the drummer of the pop-rock band Govinda and the husband of Syahnaz Sadiqah, the younger sister of the famous actor and presenter Raffi Ahmad. Govinda has been in the spotlight recently due to the alleged affair of his wife with another actor, Rendy Kjaernett, which was exposed by Rendy’s wife, Lady Veronica Nayoan, on social media.
However, Jeje is more than just a victim of a marital scandal. He has a long and diverse career in the entertainment industry, as well as a political ambition to run for the 2024 People’s Representative Council election. In this article, we will explore the biodata, wiki, age, wife, net worth, family, career, height, and more of Govinda, the man behind the drums, the screen, and the campaign.
Early Life and Family
Jeje Govinda was born as Ritchie Ismail on April 22, 1983, in Jakarta, Indonesia. He is the son of Farida Budyarti, a housewife, and the late Isis Ismail, a businessman who passed away in 2019. He has two older sisters, Ria and Rini, and a younger brother, Rizky.
Jeje grew up in a musical family, as his father was a fan of rock music and his mother was a singer in a band. He learned to play the drums from his uncle, who was also a drummer in a band. Jeje Govinda attended SMA Negeri 8 Jakarta, where he met his future bandmates, Ade, Ifan, and Luki. He then continued his education at Universitas Bina Nusantara, majoring in information technology.
Jeje Govinda Wiki/Bio
| Name | Ritchie Ismail |
| Stage Name | Jeje Govinda |
| Nickname | Jeje |
| Birth Date | April 22, 1983 |
| Birth Place | Jakarta, Indonesia |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
| Religion | Islam |
| Height | 175 cm |
| Weight | 70 kg |
| Education | SMA Negeri 8 Jakarta, Universitas Bina Nusantara |
| Occupation | Musician, Actor, Politician |
| Years Active | 2004-present |
| Band | Govinda |
| Instrument | Drums |
| Spouse | Syahnaz Sadiqah (m. 2018) |
| Children | Zayn Sadavir Ezhilan Ismail, Zunaira Alessia Safaraz Ismail |
| Parents | Farida Budyarti, Isis Ismail (deceased) |
| Siblings | Ria, Rini, Rizky |
| @ritchieismail | |
| Homepage | newsunzip.com |
| YouTube | Jeje & Nanas Channel |
Musical Career
Govinda started his musical career in 2004, when he joined the band IZE, along with Rizky, the vocalist of Drive. They participated in the talent show The Dream Band, which aired on TV7 (now Trans 7). Although they did not win the competition, they gained some popularity and released several singles, such as “Benci Untuk Mencinta” and “Cinta Yang Lain”.
Jeje Govinda then joined several other bands, such as Sinar Poesaka, Domino, and Olif, before he auditioned for Govinda in 2008. He passed the audition and became the drummer of the band, which was previously known as Domino. Govinda released their debut album in 2009, titled “Salahkah Aku Terlalu Mencintaimu”, which spawned the hit single of the same name. The band also collaborated with other artists, such as Cakra Khan, Anji, and Mikha Tambayong. Govinda is still active until now, although they rarely release new songs. Some of their popular songs are “Bawa Aku Lari”, “Simpananku”, and “Aku Takut Jatuh Cinta Lagi”.
Acting Career
Besides being a musician, Jeje also tried his luck in acting. He made his acting debut in 2019, when he starred in a TV movie titled “Kamu Terlalu Wah untuk Aku yang Hah”. He played the role of Rama, a handsome and successful man who falls in love with a simple and cheerful girl named Rani, played by his wife, Syahnaz Sadiqah.
The TV movie was aired on SCTV and received positive feedback from the viewers. Jeje Govinda and Syahnaz Sadiqah also created their own YouTube channel, called Jeje & Nanas Channel, where they upload various content, such as vlogs, pranks, challenges, and music covers. The channel has more than 1.6 million subscribers as of December 2023.
Political Career
Govinda is not only interested in entertainment but also in politics. He announced his intention to run for the 2024 People’s Representative Council election, representing the West Java 2 electoral district, which covers the cities of Bandung, Cimahi, and West Bandung Regency. He is a member of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P), the largest political party in Indonesia.
He said that he wants to contribute to the development of his country, especially in the fields of education, health, and culture. He also hopes to inspire the younger generation to be more involved in politics and social issues. He has been actively campaigning for his candidacy, both online and offline, and has received support from his fans, friends, and family.
Physical Appearance
According to the web search results, Jeje Govinda’s height is 175 cm, which is equivalent to 5 feet and 9 inches. His weight is 70 kg, which is about 154 pounds. He has brown eyes and black hair. He has a fit and muscular physique, which he maintains by working out regularly and following a healthy diet
Marriage with Syahnaz Sadiqah & Kids
Jeje married Syahnaz Sadiqah on March 10, 2018, after dating for about two years. Syahnaz Sadiqah is the younger sister of Raffi Ahmad, one of the most famous and influential celebrities in Indonesia. Their wedding was held at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Jakarta and was attended by many prominent figures, such as President Joko Widodo, Vice President Jusuf Kalla, and Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan.
The couple welcomed their twin children, a boy named Zayn Sadavir Ezhilan Ismail and a girl named Zunaira Alessia Safaraz Ismail, on October 10, 2019. They live in a luxurious house in South Jakarta, which they bought for Rp 30 billion (about $2.1 million).
Controversies
However, their marriage was rocked by a scandal in June 2023, when Lady Veronica Nayoan, the wife of actor Rendy Kjaernett, exposed the alleged affair of Syahnaz Sadiqah and Rendy Kjaernett on her Instagram story. She posted screenshots of the intimate chats between Syahnaz Sadiqah and Rendy Kjaernett, as well as the conversation between her and Govinda, who knew about the affair. She also claimed that Syahnaz Sadiqah and Rendy Kjaernett had met several times in secret and had physical intimacy. The scandal shocked the public and became a trending topic on social media.
Govinda and Syahnaz Sadiqah have not made any official statement regarding the scandal, but they have unfollowed each other on Instagram. Raffi Ahmad, the brother of Syahnaz Sadiqah, has also expressed his disappointment and anger towards his sister and Rendy Kjaernett, and said that he would support Jeje in this difficult situation.
In 2011, he was rumored to have an affair with Nuri Maulida, an actress who was his co-star in the FTV Kamu Terlalu Wah untuk Aku yang Hah. They were caught on camera holding hands and kissing in a car. However, they denied the rumor and said that they were just friends.
In 2013, he was accused of plagiarizing the song Simpananku, which was originally sung by Bunga Citra Lestari. He claimed that he had bought the rights to the song from the composer, but the composer denied it. The case was settled out of court.
In 2015, he was involved in a physical altercation with a security guard at a mall in Bandung. He was angry because the security guard did not allow him to park his car in a reserved spot. He punched the security guard and broke his nose. He was arrested and charged with assault. He apologized and paid compensation to the security guard.
In 2021, he was sued by Cindy Fiequria, a singer who claimed to be his ex-girlfriend. She said that he had promised to marry her but broke up with her after he met Syahnaz Sadiqah. She demanded Rp 1 billion ($70,000) from him for emotional damages. He denied the allegation and said that he never dated her. The case is still ongoing.
In 2023, he was exposed by Lady Veronica Nayoan, the wife of Rendy Kjaernett, an actor who allegedly had an affair with his wife, Syahnaz Sadiqah. She posted screenshots of the messages between Syahnaz and Rendy, which showed that they had a romantic relationship. She also posted a conversation with Jeje, who admitted that he knew about the affair. He said that he had tried to save his marriage but failed. He also said that he was depressed and suicidal because of the affair. The scandal shocked the public and caused a lot of sympathy for Jeje.
Net Worth and Lifestyle
Jeje has an estimated net worth of $5 million as of 2023, according to Celebrity Net Worth. He earns his income from his musical career, acting career, YouTube channel, and endorsements. He also has several businesses, such as a clothing line called Govinda Clothing and a coffee shop called Govinda Coffee. He lives a lavish lifestyle and owns several luxury cars, such as a Lamborghini Aventador, a Ferrari 488 Spider,
