Adira (singer) Biography: Husband, Age, Net Worth, Height, Children, Songs, Instagram

Siti Adira binti Suhaimi, professionally known as Adira, is a Malaysian singer and actress celebrated for her runner-up finish in the eighth season of the reality show Akademi Fantasia, which launched her into stardom.

Dubbed the “Queen of Soundtracks” for her numerous theme songs in films and TV series, she has released chart-topping singles like “Ku Ada Kamu” and “Sakura,” earning awards such as the Bintang Popular Berita Harian for Most Popular Female Singer.

Her versatile voice and engaging performances have made her a staple in Malaysian pop music, blending heartfelt ballads with pop anthems over a career spanning more than a decade.

Profile

• Full Name: Siti Adira binti Suhaimi
• Stage Name: Adira
• Born: 19 September, 1991
• Age: 34 years old
• Birthplace: Ranau, Sabah, Malaysia
• Nationality: Malaysian
• Occupation: Singer, Actress
• Height: 1.45m
• Parents: Rujinah Sarungin and Suhaimi Rajiman
• Siblings: Ema
• Spouse: Adnan Abu (m. 2015–2024)
• Children: Anggrek, Asan, Anggun, and Ayob
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Siti Adira binti Suhaimi was born on September 19, 1991, in Ranau, Sabah, Malaysia.

She grew up as the youngest of eight children to Rujinah Sarungin and Suhaimi Rajiman, with her sister Ema sharing a close bond through their shared passion for music.

From a young age, Adira competed in local singing contests, winning the 2008 Cultural Carnival Competition, which fueled her early dreams of performing.

Specific details about her formal schooling remain private, though her Sabah roots and family support shaped her resilient spirit.

Her ethnicity is Malay, and her religious beliefs are Islam.

Career

Adira Suhaimi began her career at 19, auditioning for Astro’s Akademi Fantasia season 8 alongside her sister Ema, marking them as the first siblings to enter the show.

As the contestant who never landed in the bottom two, she finished as runner-up in 2010, captivating audiences with her powerful vocals and stage presence.

Her coronation song, “Ku Ada Kamu,” topped radio charts like Carta Hot FM 30 and entered the Anugerah Juara Lagu awards, while early endorsements, including as spokesperson for Innershine Pati Prun with Ema, quickly followed.

This breakthrough established her as a rising talent in Malaysian entertainment, blending raw emotion with polished pop delivery.

Adira’s trajectory accelerated with a string of soundtrack hits, earning her the “Queen of Soundtrack” moniker through theme songs for dramas like “Dendam Kesuma” and “Awan Dania,” as well as voicing characters in Malay dubs of films such as Spider-Man and The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl.

She starred in telemovies including Lawaknya Akademi Fantasia, Tiara (2012) alongside Aliff Aziz, and Tanah Kubur, while singles like “Sakura” and collaborations such as “Ombak Rindu” with Hafiz Suip showcased her range across pop, ballad, and R&B genres.

Awards like the 2016 Bintang Popular Berita Harian for Most Popular Female Singer highlighted her growing influence, alongside ventures into modeling and business.

Adira continues to shape Malaysian music with releases like the Hari Raya track “Syawal Rindu” featuring Black Hanifah, maintaining her soundtrack dominance and live performances that resonate deeply with fans.

Her evolution from reality TV hopeful to industry staple reflects a commitment to authentic storytelling through song, inspiring a new generation of performers while expanding her footprint in film and endorsements.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @adira_suhaimi
• Facebook Handle: Adira Suhaimi
• Twitter Handle: @SitiAdira

Personal Life

Adira Suhaimi married entrepreneur Adnan Abu, known as Datuk Red, in 2015 after a courtship that blended her public world with his business life, but the union ended in divorce in April 2024 following irreconcilable differences and a six-month court process.

Together they have four children, whose names are Anggrek, Asan, Anggun, and Ayob.

Discography

• Ku Ada Kamu (2010)
• Sakura (2011)
• Kesuma (2012)
• Ilusi (2013)
• Syawal Rindu (2025)
• Ombak Rindu (2024)
• Ku Bawa Cintamu (Sampai Mati) (2023)
• Keajaiban Cinta (2022)
• Juwita (Mana Hilangnya?) (2021)
• Kasih (2020)

Net Worth

Adira has an estimated net worth of $1 million.

Her fortune builds from soundtrack royalties, album sales, and live tours, supplemented by acting in telemovies and voice work, plus endorsement deals with brands like Innershine.