This year, several prominent Indonesian artists and celebrities have been granted the exceptional opportunity to perform the Hajj pilgrimage. Among them is Alwi Fachry, a popular influencer widely recognized for his engaging and humorous content.
What sets Alwi’s pilgrimage apart from many other public figures is his unique journey to Hajj through a special invitation from the Saudi Royal Family. Adding another layer to this remarkable story, influencer Wirda Mansur revealed via her Instagram that she played a crucial role as an intermediary, facilitating the recommendations for this esteemed Saudi Royal Family invitation Hajj program. Mansur was also seen personally escorting Alwi at the airport ahead of his departure.
Alwi Fachry’s Hajj Journey: A Royal Invitation
Alwi Fachry’s participation in this year’s Hajj is particularly noteworthy, as he is among the fortunate few to embark on the sacred pilgrimage through an exclusive invitation from the Saudi Royal Family. This extraordinary opportunity fulfills one of his lifelong aspirations in a truly unexpected manner.
Fachry personally shared the joyous news on his Instagram on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. In his heartfelt post, he expressed profound gratitude for the swift and surprising realization of his dream. “Oh Allah, this is one of my biggest dreams. Why did You answer so quickly, oh Allah? It was so random and sudden to receive an invitation from the Saudi Arabian royal media,” he wrote, capturing the astonishment and thankfulness he felt.
The announcement quickly garnered widespread support from his peers. Fellow celebrities, including Fadil Jaidi, Aganta, and Helmi Nursifah, shared in his happiness, extending their congratulations and prayers for a smooth and blessed Hajj, hoping it becomes a “Hajj Mabrur” – an accepted and rewarding pilgrimage.
Wirda Mansur’s Integral Role as an Hajj Invitation Intermediary
Alwi Fachry did not embark on this sacred journey alone; he was accompanied by fellow influencer Alwan, both traveling for Hajj through the same distinguished invitation from the Saudi Royal Family. The two pilgrims departed for the Holy Land on Thursday, May 21, 2026, with Wirda Mansur personally seeing them off at the airport.
Wirda Mansur took to Instagram to elaborate on her significant involvement in this special program. She revealed that, by divine permission, she has been entrusted for two consecutive years as an intermediary, responsible for recommending candidates for the Saudi Royal Family’s invitation Hajj program, a role she took on following the 2024 Hajj season. “Praise be to Allah in every situation. For two consecutive years, by Allah’s permission, I have been entrusted as an intermediary providing recommendations for the Saudi Royal invitation Hajj, after Hajj 2024. Being a means for friends to go to Baitullah is a blessing and grace that can never be repaid,” Mansur penned, highlighting the immense spiritual reward she finds in her service.
Mansur further clarified that this exceptional opportunity is a fully sponsored initiative, provided entirely free of charge. It comes with comprehensive facilities generously covered by the Saudi Royal Family and Ministry. “And this is all absolutely FREE!!! with top-notch facilities, thanks to the Saudi Royal Family & Ministry. At the end of the day, it’s all by the will and permission of Allah,” she added, emphasizing the program’s extraordinary nature and divine providence. Concluding her message, Wirda extended her prayers for Alwi and Alwan, wishing them a smooth pilgrimage and hoping their Hajj would also be a truly accepted and blessed one.
Wirda Mansur’s Previous Hajj by Royal Invitation and the ‘Influencer Pathway’
Addressing inquiries from netizens about Alwi and Alwan’s specific Hajj pathway, Wirda explained that there are numerous avenues and distinct opportunities to undertake the pilgrimage. She specified that Alwi and Alwan’s invitation came through what she termed the “Influencer pathway.” “Hajj has many paths, various doors. Well, this one, the door is through the Influencer pathway,” she articulated, shedding light on the unique nature of their invitation.
Notably, Wirda Mansur herself had previously received a similar privilege, performing Hajj in 2024 through an invitation from the Saudi Royal Family. During that pilgrimage, she was accompanied by fellow public figure Risty Tagor, underscoring her familiarity and connection with this esteemed program.
Summary
Influencer Alwi Fachry has been granted the prestigious opportunity to perform the Hajj pilgrimage in 2026 through an exclusive invitation from the Saudi Royal Family. He departed for the Holy Land alongside fellow influencer Alwan, expressing deep gratitude for this unexpected fulfillment of his lifelong dream. The journey is fully sponsored by the Saudi Royal Family and Ministry, providing comprehensive facilities at no cost to the participants.
The invitation was facilitated by fellow influencer Wirda Mansur, who has served as an intermediary for the royal program for two consecutive years. Mansur explained that the selection for this specific opportunity was made through an “Influencer pathway,” a unique route among the many ways to undertake the pilgrimage. She personally escorted the pair at the airport and expressed her pride in helping others fulfill their spiritual journey to Baitullah.