Indonesian influencer Lula Lahfah, 26, was found dead in her South Jakarta apartment on Jan 23 amid ongoing police investigation and grief from fans nationwide.
In the weeks before her death, Lula reportedly faced health issues and spent part of New Year’s in the hospital. (Photo: Instagram)
Indonesian social media star Lula Lahfah was found dead on January 23, 2026, inside her apartment in the Essence Dharmawangsa complex, South Jakarta, shocking fans and followers across the country. Security personnel discovered her body at approximately 18.44 WIB on Friday evening and immediately alerted local authorities, who later confirmed the incident.
Police from the Polda Metro Jaya are continuing a full investigation into her death, conducting a crime scene examination and working closely with her family to uncover what happened. Her body was transported to Fatmawati Hospital for further examination.
Lula Lahfah was a popular Indonesian social media influencer, singer, and content creator. Born in 1999, she gained widespread recognition for her lifestyle, beauty, and music content on Instagram and TikTok, amassing over 3.3 million followers. She first gained attention through song covers on SoundCloud and later released her own original music. Fans loved her authentic personality and creative approach to fashion, beauty, and music.
In the weeks before her death, Lula reportedly faced health issues and spent part of New Year’s in the hospital. Her last social media post was on January 21, 2026, just two days before she was found dead in her South Jakarta apartment. Authorities are still investigating the cause of her death, coordinating with her family while keeping fans updated.
Reza Oktovian, also known as Reza Arap, is a 38-year-old Indonesian YouTuber, musician, DJ, and actor. He first gained fame as a gaming content creator on YouTube, creating comedy, horror, and first-person shooter videos. Later, he co-founded the electronic music group Weird Genius, which became internationally known for the viral EDM track “Lathi.”
Reza has collaborated with global brands, participated in charitable initiatives, and publicly advocated for mental health awareness. He also made his acting debut in the film “Modus” and appeared on Forbes Indonesia’s 30 Under 30 list in 2016.
Reza and Lula’s relationship became public in July 2025, with social media posts suggesting an engagement. On January 23, 2026, Weird Genius canceled a scheduled performance, explaining that a member was “not currently in a prime condition and shape to be on the stage,” just hours before news of Lula’s death broke.
Investigators said they did not find any signs of forced entry or visible violence inside Lula Lahfah’s apartment during the initial inspection. However, officials confirmed the presence of medications and medical records from Pondok Indah Hospital at the scene.
Her body was later taken to Fatmawati Hospital, where doctors will conduct an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.
Early local reports suggested that marks seen on her body may be the result of post-mortem changes rather than injuries, but police stressed that no conclusions have been reached and the investigation remains ongoing.
Lula Lahfah became a well‑known figure in Indonesia’s digital world with more than 3.3 million followers combined on Instagram and TikTok, where she shared lifestyle, beauty, and personal videos.
She first gained attention through song covers on SoundCloud, which eventually led her to create and release her own music. Fans loved her authenticity and ability to connect through daily vlogs, fashion posts, and beauty tutorials.
Lula’s last social media update came on January 21, just two days before her death, showing that she had continued engaging with her audience despite reported health struggles.
In the weeks leading up to her passing, local reports indicated Lula had been dealing with health problems and even spent part of the New Year’s period in the hospital due to physical discomfort. Authorities and media noted she had sought medical treatment before January 23.
Police investigators reportedly found medications and outpatient treatment documents inside her apartment, although they have not confirmed any specific cause of death. An autopsy and further exams are expected to help determine the exact reason she died.
On the same day Lula was found dead, Weird Genius canceled a scheduled performance, posting that one of their members was “not currently in a prime condition and shape to be on the stage” due to “unfortunate news.”
Fans and fellow creators have flooded social media with condolences, shock, and grief, remembering Lula’s vibrant personality and creative work. Many highlighted her positive influence and the impact she had on her followers.
Two days before her untimely passing, Indonesian influencer Lula Lahfah shared what would become her final Instagram post, leaving millions of fans in shock. On January 21, 2026, the 26-year-old content creator uploaded a lighthearted and candid reel, showing a relaxed moment at home with friends.
While the identities of everyone in the video have not been officially confirmed, sources suggest that her boyfriend, Reza Arap, may have been among them.
The post now serves as a poignant reminder of Lula’s cheerful personality and the moments she cherished with loved ones, just before she was tragically found unresponsive in her South Jakarta apartment on January 23.
Metro Jaya Police have not yet disclosed the official cause of Lula Lahfah’s death. Authorities say they need more time to analyze forensic results and are coordinating with her family as part of the ongoing investigation.
While rumors and speculation have circulated online, officials emphasize that no conclusions have been made, and the investigation is still in progress.
