Received ATM Card from President Jokowi, Putri Ariani: Alhamdulillah Going to America

Dream - After attracting the attention of the entire Indonesian society with her performance on America's Got Talent (AGT) 2023, Putri Ariani had the opportunity to meet President Joko Widodo directly at the Merdeka Palace, Central Jakarta, on Wednesday, June 14, 2023.

When meeting the number one person in Indonesia, Putri gave the golden buzzer she won from AGT 2023 judge, Simon Cowell.

Jokowi then responded to Putri's gift by giving her pocket money for her trip to America in August during the semifinal round of the AGT competition.

To Putri, Jokowi was seen handing over a gift in the form of a complete savings book with an ATM card as a form of appreciation for her bringing honor to Indonesia on the international stage.

"Alhamdulillah going to America," Putri said to Jokowi as quoted from Merdeka.com.

Hearing Putri's joyful response, Jokowi confirmed that the gift was pocket money for her trip to America.

"Received savings for the trip to America at the end of August," Jokowi added.

"Alhamdulillah. Thank you very much, sir," said Putri.

When meeting Jokowi, Putri was accompanied by her parents and appeared simple with a black-themed outfit and a white headscarf.

Putri admitted that she continues to practice for the upcoming final round. However, she keeps the song she will perform as a secret strategy.

Jokowi Admits Unable to Watch Putri Ariani's Audition on America's Got Talent: 'I Can't Handle It'

Dream - Putri Ariani, the recipient of the golden buzzer in the talent search show America's Got Talent (AGT), met President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) at the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, on Wednesday, June 14, 2023.

On that occasion, Putri Ariani came accompanied by her parents, Ismawan Kurnianto and Reni Alfianty.

Putri then had the opportunity to chat with President Jokowi, who was accompanied by the State Secretary (Mensesneg) Pratikno.

During the conversation, the Yogyakarta-born singer expressed her pride in being appreciated by the president and being invited to the Merdeka Palace.

She also asked for the president's support and the support of the entire society to continue bringing honor to Indonesia on the world stage.

"Extraordinarily proud and touched, I didn't expect to be appreciated by the president," said Putri.

Jokowi stated that he will continue to support Putri in the future. He even promised to provide savings for Putri to prepare for the AGT competition.

"Received savings for the trip to America at the end of August," said Jokowi.

He also praised Putri's outstanding performance on the America's Got Talent stage. Jokowi admitted to being emotionally moved when he heard Putri sing her own song, Loneliness.

"When Putri sang Loneliness, I couldn't handle it," he said.

Jokowi saw how passionately Putri sang Loneliness. The number one person in Indonesia was deeply moved and proud.

"I can't handle it, I can't handle it. Can't handle it to the point of breaking down, very passionate, very passionate," Jokowi expressed.

According to Jokowi, there is a difference in feeling when singing someone else's song compared to one's own composition. He highly appreciates Putri.

"And singing her own composition means her passion is total, it's different when singing someone else's, creating her own, and singing it herself, it means her sincerity is truly total," he said.

Podcast with Deddy Corbuzier Reveals Putri Ariani's True Nature

Dream - Putri Ariani's true nature was revealed when she became a guest on Deddy Corbuzier's podcast. The singer who received the Golden Buzzer in the America's Got Talent 2023 competition turns out to be a cheerful person.

In the podcast, Putri Ariani shared her experiences while in the United States participating in the talent search show.

She recounted her experiences with joy, full of laughter. The 17-year-old girl also likes to joke around during the podcast with Deddy Corbuzier.

"Putri is actually like this, talkative, but she needs to be encouraged first," said Putri Ariani in a video uploaded on Deddy Corbuzier's YouTube channel.

The singer, who is visually impaired, also shared stories about her life. She admitted that she never cares about the criticisms directed at her.

Putri even responds to the bullying by roasting the person who bullies her. She enjoys roasting people. "That's why when Putri is bullied or something, Putri usually roasts that person back," said Putri.

The video of Putri with Deddy Corbuzier quickly garnered comments from netizens. They were surprised by Putri's cheerful and intelligent nature while conversing with Deddy Corbuzier. According to them, Putri's public speaking skills and attitude are admirable.

"Not only does she have a great voice, but also an amazing personality & public speaking. Great!" wrote the account @cahyay1342.

"Great public speaking, great Indonesian-English language skills, great voice, great piano playing, loved by many people, and AGT's Golden Buzzer.... Truly a beautiful blessing from God," said the account @batubara0870.

"I didn't just listen to Putri sing, but I am amazed by her knowledge and admirable attitude... my AGT champion," wrote the account @kianza_family_official.

"Putri is a cheerful person... intelligent and speaks like someone her age... knows slang language even though she has few friends... keep succeeding, Putri... stay motivated," wrote the account @anitamulyani8546.