Awie (Singer) Biography: Instagram, Age, Net Worth, Wikipedia, Career, Wife, Children, Parents, Siblings, Real Name

Dato’ Ahmad Azhar bin Othman, widely known as Awie, is a prominent Malaysian singer, musician, and actor renowned for his powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence.

Beginning his career at 17 with performances alongside major rock bands in Kuala Lumpur, Awie co-founded the influential band Wings in 1985 as its lead vocalist.

After briefly pursuing a successful solo career in the 1990s—during which his debut solo album sold over 220,000 copies and his compilation album achieved sales between 300,000 to 600,000 units—he rejoined Wings in 2002 and also collaborated with the band Samudera Astana.

Awie is celebrated as one of Malaysia’s greatest vocalists, with a lasting impact on the country’s rock music scene.

Profile

• Full Name: Dato’ Ahmad Azhar bin Othman
• Stage Name: Awie
• Born: 24 November 1968
• Age: 56 years old
• Birthplace: Kampung Datuk Keramat, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
• Nationality: Malaysian
• Occupation: Malaysian singer, musician, and actor
• Height: 152 cm
• Parent: Othman bin Maarof, Azizah bte Abdul Hamid
• Siblings: 5
• Spouse: Sharifah Ladyana Syed Shamsuddin (m. 2016), Rozana Misbun (m. 2005–2014), Arni Nazira (m. 1998–2006)
• Children: Puteri Aleeya Antasha, Puteri Aleefa Antasha, Putra Ahmad Merrah, Putra Ahmad Rezzki, Putri Qasseh Antasha, Putra Ahmad Andeeka
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: Unknown

Early Life And Education

Dato’ Ahmad Azhar bin Othman, was born on 24 November 1968 in Kampung Datuk Keramat, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

He is the son of Othman bin Maarof and Azizah bte Abdul Hamid and has five siblings, including three sisters—one of whom is deceased—and two brothers, with one deceased, while details about their names are not publicly known.

While details of his formal education are not publicly documented, Awie began his music career in the mid-1980s in Kuala Lumpur, joining the renowned rock band Wings as their lead vocalist at the age of 17.

He is of Malay ethnicity and practices Islam.

Career

Awie’s music career began at age 17 in 1985 when he co-founded the iconic Malaysian rock band Wings, serving as their lead vocalist.

Wings quickly rose to fame with their debut album Belenggu Irama in 1987, selling around 180,000 units.

Between 1988 and 1993, Awie and Wings released four successful albums, solidifying their place in the Malaysian rock scene.

During this period, Awie also showcased his versatility by playing flute at Metallica’s opening concert in Florida.

In 1993, he transitioned into acting, starring in the film Pemburu Bayang alongside Ella. However, following disagreements with Wings’ manager Ali Bakar, Awie left the band to pursue a solo career.

As a solo artist, Awie achieved significant commercial success, with his 1994 self-titled debut album selling approximately 220,000 units.

He continued his momentum with albums like Awie Unplugged (1995), O-Tak (1996), and Satu (1998), while his compilation album Best Of Awie (1999) sold between 300,000 and 600,000 units.

By 1995, Awie had become one of Malaysia’s best-selling artists and a millionaire.

Although his musical output slowed in the early 2000s, he remained active in film, primarily in comedic roles.

He eventually rejoined Wings, contributing to two more albums and becoming one of the rare Malaysian artists to record studio albums across four decades.

Awie’s filmography highlights his range as an actor, with notable roles in Sembilu (1994), Zombi Kampung Pisang (2007), and Bikers Kental (2013, 2019).

Despite his evolving career, Awie remains deeply connected to Wings’ legacy, planning large-scale tours and new releases, including a collaboration with Datuk M. Nasir.

In recognition of his contributions to Malaysian arts, Awie was honored with the title Dato’ by the Sultan of Pahang in 2017.

He continues to actively shape Wings’ future while preparing for eventual retirement, ensuring the band’s enduring impact on Malaysia’s music industry.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @awieofficial

Personal Life

Awie has been married three times and is a father to seven children.

His first marriage was to actress Arni Nazira Anuar in 1998, and they had two daughters, Putri Aleeya Antasha and Putri Aleefa Antasha, before divorcing in 2006.

That same year, he married Rozana Misbun, with whom he had three children: Putra Ahmad Merrah, Putra Ahmad Rezzki, and Putri Qasseh Antasha.

The couple divorced in 2014, and in 2021, the Malaysian Court of Appeal ordered Awie to pay RM80,000 in damages for assaulting Rozana.

In 2016, Awie married Sharifah Ladyana Syed Samsuddin, and they have one son together, Putra Ahmad Andeeka, born in 2020.

After being separated for eight years, Awie reunited in July 2023 with two of his children from his marriage to Rozana—Putra Ahmad Rezzki and Putri Qasseh Antasha.

This reunion was facilitated with the support of his current wife, Sharifah Ladyana.

Discography

Solo Albums

• Awie (1994)
• Awie Unplugged (1995)
• O-Tak (1996)
• Satu (1998)
• Santai

Compilation Albums

• Best Of Awie (1999)

Wings Albums

• Belenggu Irama (1987)
• Hukum Karma
• Teori Domino
• Jerangkung Dalam Almari
• Bazooka Penaka
• Wings Alive 2006
• Wings Live in KL 1991

Filmography

Feature Films:

• Pemburu Bayang (1993) – Awie’s debut film
• Sembilu (1994) and Sembilu II (1995)
• Bara (1999)
• Iskandar (2003)
• Sembilu 2005 (2005)
• Zombi Kampung Pisang (2007)
• Rebel (2024) (also director and producer)

Voice roles

• Ribbit (2014)
• Didi & Friends The Movie (2023)

Telemovies:

• Wajah Di Sebalik Tirai (1992)
• Buta Warna (2010)
• Malaikat Di Pintu (2013)
• Takhta 3 Ratu (2014)
• Aku Benci Raya (2015)
• Rumah Tok Wie (2021)

Net Worth

Awie’s exact net worth is not publicly known, but he became a millionaire by 1995 as one of Malaysia’s best-selling solo artists.

His income comes from his diverse career as a singer, musician, actor, host, producer, and director.

As the lead vocalist of the rock band Wings, along with several successful solo albums and numerous film and television roles, details about his financial status are unknown.