
# Translation The story follows Laila, a model who is far from practicing her religion. One day she is proposed to by her boyfriend Mukhriz, although in reality Norma, Mukhriz's mother, despises Laila. Unexpectedly, her father Bahri makes one final request for Laila to change and become a righteous daughter. It is difficult for Laila to make this decision despite being advised by her best friend Natasha. When Laila receives various signs of guidance, she begins to attempt her religious transformation. Laila starts regularly going to the mosque, participating in religious study groups and congregational prayers with newly acquainted members. Unexpectedly, Ustaz Reza and Tengku Adam, who also attend the same mosque, both fall in love with her.
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