Siti Nurhaliza
{{Short description|Malaysian singer-songwriter (born 1979)}}
{{Malay name|Siti Nurhaliza|Tarudin| note = on}}
{{EngvarB|date=January 2015}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=August 2020}}
{{Infobox person
| honorific_prefix = Biduanita Negara Yang Hormat
Dato' Sri Hajah
| name = Siti Nurhaliza
| honorific_suffix = SSAP DIMP JSM SAP PMP AAP
| image = Siti Nurhaliza - Dato' Siti Nurhaliza & Friends' Artists (cropped 2).jpg
| caption = Siti Nurhaliza in 2016
| native_name = {{lang|ms|{{Script|Arab|سيتي نورهاليزا}}}}
| birth_name = Siti Nurhaliza binti Tarudin
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|df=yes|1979|1|11}}
| birth_place = Kampung Awah, Temerloh, Pahang, Malaysia
| occupation = {{hlist|Singer|songwriter|composer|music producer|businesswoman|model|actress}}
| years_active = 1995–present
| spouse = {{marriage|Khalid bin Mohamad Jiwa|21 August 2006|}}
| children = 5
| awards = See full list
| website = {{Instagram|ctdk}}
| module = {{Infobox musical artist
| embed = yes
| background = solo_singer
| instrument = Vocals
| genre = {{flatlist|
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| label = {{flatlist|
- Suria Records
- Siti Nurhaliza Productions
- SN Legacy
- What's Up Entertainment
- Universal Music Malaysia
- Rotana
}}
| associated_acts = Noraniza Idris, M. Nasir, Krisdayanti, Rossa
}}
| signature = Signature of Siti Nurhaliza.svg
}}
Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza binti Tarudin (Jawi: سيتي نورهاليزا بنت تارودين; IPA: {{IPA|ms|ˈsiti nʊrhaˈliza ˈbinti taˈrudɪn|}}; born 11 January 1979) is a Malaysian singer, songwriter, and actress{{cite web|title=Jadi pengacara, Siti bukan pengacau|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2011&dt=0111&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_01.htm|work=Utusan Online|access-date=19 February 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131021175553/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2011&dt=0111&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_01.htm|archive-date=21 October 2013|url-status=dead}} Dubbed the "Voice of Asia",{{Cite web |title=Meet Asia's Celine Dion. Siti Nurhaliza is a Malaysian singer known colloquially as the voice of Asia. |url=https://www.theaustralian.com.au/arts/review/meet-asias-celine-dion/news-story/23c532da40050af2f7078185a1bb4173}} she has over 350 local and international awards, she is one of the 50 most awarded musicians, along with megastars like Michael Jackson, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, BTS and many more.{{cite web |title=Ulang tahun ke-40 Siti Nurhaliza hari ini |url=https://www.astroawani.com/berita-hiburan/ulang-tahun-ke40-siti-nurhaliza-hari-ini-195676 |website=Astro AWANI |publisher=Astro AWANI Network Sdn. Bhd. |access-date=22 November 2020}}{{cite web|title=Siti akui jualan album terjejas ekoran kekeruhan Malaysia-Indonesia|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2009/10/25/mstar_hiburan/20091022104828&sec=mstar_hiburan|author=Siti Azira Abd. Aziz|date=25 October 2009|language=ms|work=mStar Online|access-date=16 February 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131017001754/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2009%2F10%2F25%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20091022104828&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=17 October 2013|url-status=dead}} She made her debut at age 16, after winning a local singing competition show, Bintang HMI, in 1995. Her debut single, "Jerat Percintaan", won the 11th Anugerah Juara Lagu and another two awards for Best Performance and Best Ballad.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://sitizone.com/sz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=44&Itemid=64|work=SitiZone|access-date=24 January 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100228105305/http://www.sitizone.com/sz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=44&Itemid=64|archive-date=28 February 2010|url-status=dead}} Her debut album as of 2005 has sold more than 800,000 units in Malaysia.{{cite web|title=Career Highlights: Adnan Abu Hassan|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/article-1G1-136910870/career-highlights-adnan-abu.html|author=Malay Mail Staff|date=9 May 2005|work=The Malay Mail|publisher=AccessMyLibrary| access-date = 6 February 2013}} She has recorded and sung in multiple languages, including Malaysian, Javanese, English, Arabic, Japanese, and Mandarin.
Throughout her career, Siti has received a number of music awards in Malaysia and its neighbouring countries:{{cite web|title=Her Achievements|url=http://sitizone.com/sz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=31&Itemid=50|work=SitiZone|access-date=14 June 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090611221709/http://www.sitizone.com/sz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=31&Itemid=50|archive-date=11 June 2009|url-status=dead}} 42 Anugerah Industri Muzik, 31 {{ill|Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian|lt=Anugerah Bintang Popular|ms}}, 28 Anugerah Planet Muzik, 22 Anugerah Juara Lagu, four MTV Asia Awards, three World Music Awards, two Anugerah Musik Indonesia (Indonesian Music Awards), and five records in the Malaysia Book of Records. Having 20 solo studio albums, 1 Special album, 2 duet albums, she is one of the most popular artists in the Malay Archipelago and Nusantara region – she was voted Regional Most Popular Artiste for ten consecutive years between 2001 and 2011 in the Anugerah Planet Muzik.{{cite web|title=Senarai Keputusan Pemenang Anugerah Planet Muzik APM 2011|url=http://www.budiey.com/senarai-keputusan-pemenang-anugerah-planet-muzik-apm-2011/|work=Sensasi Selebriti|date=16 July 2011|access-date=18 February 2013}} Siti is one of Malaysia's richest,{{cite web|title=Milik harta tujuh angka|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/49803436?pos=1&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1287690155%3Aresultset|author=Mohd Azam Shah Yaa'cob, Hidayatul Akmal Ahmad & Raja Norain Hidayah Raja Abdul Aziz|date=20 June 2010|language=ms|work=myMetro|access-date=23 June 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120405051518/http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/49803436?pos=1&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww%2Fcross-search%2Fsearch.php%3A_1287690155%3Aresultset|archive-date=5 April 2012|url-status=dead}} most-influential,{{cite web|title=Top 10 influential celebrities in Malaysia: Stars with the x-factor sizzle|url=http://www.asiaone.com/News/Latest%2BNews/Showbiz/Story/A1Story20090907-166131.html|author=Shuib Taib|date=7 September 2009|work=The New Straits Times|publisher=AsiaOne.com|access-date=31 July 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100829080547/http://www.asiaone.com/News/Latest+News/Showbiz/Story/A1Story20090907-166131.html|archive-date=29 August 2010|url-status=dead}} most award-winning, and most single-producing artists.{{cite web|title=SACC showcase: Dato' Siti Nurhaliza and Krisdayanti|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/47295336?pos=14&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1289417718%3Aresultset|date=14 April 2010|work=New Straits Times|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date=11 November 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120405051741/http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/47295336?pos=14&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww%2Fcross-search%2Fsearch.php%3A_1289417718%3Aresultset|archive-date=5 April 2012|url-status=dead}} She is also one of Malaysia's best selling artists, with her album sales having contributed to 10 percent of Malaysia's total album sales for 2001.{{cite web |author= |date=21 August 2000 |title=RIM takes on pirates |url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/article-1G1-64397359/rim-takes-pirates.html |access-date=6 February 2013 |work=New Straits Times |publisher= |via=AccessMyLibrary}} To date, she has sold more than 6 million in record sales.
Internationally, Siti has won the Gold Award in Asia New Singer Competition at Shanghai Asia Music Festival in 1999, two awards from 'South Pacific International Song and Singing Competition 1999' held in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia,{{cite web |date=21 May 1999 |title=Siti Nurhaliza menang anugerah antarabangsa |url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=1999&dt=0521&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=et_02.htm&arc=hive |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130829185430/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=1999&dt=0521&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=et_02.htm&arc=hive |archive-date=29 August 2013 |access-date=13 September 2010 |work=Utusan Online |language=ms}} and the Grand Prix Champion title in Voice of Asia in 2002 held in Almaty, Kazakhstan.{{Cite news|title=Siti does us proud.|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/coms2/summary_0286-26436670_ITM|author=New Straits Times Staff|date=7 August 2002|work=New Straits Times|publisher=AccessMyLibrary| access-date = 4 March 2013}} In 2020, after receiving a record breaking of votes, she won the public choice for Adelaide Festival Centre's Walk of Fame 2019.{{cite web |last1=Snee |first1=Peter J. |date=21 December 2020 |title=Stars celebrated and record breaking votes for Adelaide Festival Centre's Walk of Fame |url=https://aussietheatre.com.au/news/stars-celebrated-and-record-breaking-votes-for-adelaide-festival-centres-walk-of-fame |access-date=26 December 2020 |website=AussieTheatre.com}}
Besides musical awards, she has various other achievements. In 1998, Siti was chosen to perform during the closing ceremony of 1998 Commonwealth Games in front of Queen Elizabeth II and her consort, Prince Philip, among other dignitaries and officials from 70 countries including those from the Commonwealth of Nations.{{cite web|title=Best Ever Commonwealth Games Comes to a Close|url=http://www.utusan.net.my/utusan/info.asp?y=1998&dt=0922&pub=utusan_express&sec=Front_Page&pg=fp_01.htm|date=22 September 1998|work=Utusan Online|access-date=12 May 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131211054744/http://www.utusan.net.my/utusan/info.asp?y=1998&dt=0922&pub=utusan_express&sec=Front_Page&pg=fp_01.htm|archive-date=11 December 2013|url-status=dead}} In 2005, Siti became the first Southeast Asian singer, and third Asian singer to perform a solo concert at the Royal Albert Hall, London, while being backed by the London Symphony Orchestra.{{cite web|title=Siti all set for London show.|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/coms2/summary_0286-18578861_ITM|author=Hafidah Samat|date=14 January 2005|work=New Straits Times|publisher=AccessMyLibrary| access-date = 28 February 2013}} She was listed second by MTV Asia in Asia's Best Musical Artiste{{cite web|title=Top of the pops|url=http://www.sea-globe.com/southeast-asia/116-region/490-top-of-the-pops|author=Charlie Lancaster|date=9 May 2010|work=Southeast Asia Globe|access-date=31 July 2010|archive-date=29 October 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101029213547/http://www.sea-globe.com/southeast-asia/116-region/490-top-of-the-pops|url-status=dead}} and Channel V's Biggest Asian Artiste in 2005. Later in 2008, she was named as one of Asia's Idol by Asia News Network.{{cite web|title=Asia's Idols|url=http://opinion.inquirer.net/inquireropinion/talkofthetown/view/20080105-110589/Asia%92s_Idols|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130221151407/http://opinion.inquirer.net/inquireropinion/talkofthetown/view/20080105-110589/Asia%92s_Idols|url-status=dead|archive-date=21 February 2013|date=5 January 2008|work=Inquirer.net – Philippine News for Filipino|access-date=31 July 2010}} She also has been listed as one of The Muslim 500 - The World's 500 Most Influential Muslims from year 2015 to 2022.{{cite web |last1=Khai Azfar |title=Siti Nurhaliza Disenarai 500 Muslim Paling Berpengaruh Empat Tahun Berturut-Turut |url=https://murai.my/2018/49287/siti-nurhaliza-disenarai-500-muslim-paling-berpengaruh-empat-tahun-berturut-turut/ |website=murai |date=24 October 2018 |publisher=Vijandren Ramadass |access-date=26 December 2020}} Her success in the Asian region has gained her honorific titles including the "Voice of Asia"{{cite web|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/47295336?pos=19&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1357537237%3Aresultset|title=SACC showcase: Dato' Siti Nurhaliza and Krisdayanti|quote="Dato' Siti Nurhaliza is a multiple-award winning Malaysian pop singer-songwriter who has garnered more than 100 local awards. Known as the Voice of Asia, Siti has recorded more than 30 albums including singles. She is also known to have the most number one singles than any other artist in Malaysia."|date=10 April 2010|work=New Straits Times| access-date = 7 January 2013}} and "Asia's Celine Dion".{{cite web|url=http://web6.bernama.com/bernama/v3/news_lite.php?id=639485|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131110120751/http://web6.bernama.com/bernama/v3/news_lite.php?id=639485|url-status=dead|archive-date=10 November 2013|title=Siti Nurhaliza's Journey To Stardom Aired on Astro's History Channel|quote=" The diva also became the first Malaysian artiste to ever perform at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London, where she was dubbed "Asia's Celine Dion" by the British press."|date=12 January 2012|work=Bernama|access-date=7 January 2013}}
Early life
Siti Nurhaliza was born on 11 January 1979, in Berek Polis (police barrack) Kampung Awah in Temerloh, Pahang, Malaysia. She is the fourth child in a family of seven siblings born to housewife Siti Salmah Bachik and police officer Tarudin Ismail.{{cite book|title=Countering Mtv Influence in Indonesia and Malaysia|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=t7FB5WTjGKMC&q=siti+nurhaliza+copies&pg=PA217|author=Seneviratne, Kalinga|year=2012|work=Institute of Southeast Asian Studies| publisher=Institute of Southeast Asian Studies |access-date=31 May 2013|isbn = 9789814345231}}{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://selebriti.kapanlagi.com/indonesia/s/siti_nurhaliza/|language=id|work=KapanLagi.com – Kalau bukan sekarang, kapan lagi?| access-date = 3 October 2010}} She comes from a musically inclined family;{{cite web |title=Juara Lagu Unearths Another New Star. |url=http://www.simplysiti.com/1997/01/01/juara-lagu-unearths-another-new-star/ |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://archive.today/20071110035658/http://www.simplysiti.com/1997/01/01/juara-lagu-unearths-another-new-star/ |archive-date=10 November 2007 |access-date=13 May 2010 |work=Simply Siti Nurhaliza Zone}} her brother, Saiful Bahri Tarudin, and her sisters, Siti Norsaida and Siti Nursairah are also singers.{{cite web|title=Siti nafi ditawar jutaan ringgit untuk 'Konsert Seribu Warna'|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2009/10/22/mstar_hiburan/20091021165444&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|author=Siti Azira Abd. Aziz|date=22 October 2009|work=mStar Online|access-date=24 January 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100129021846/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2009%2F10%2F22%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20091021165444&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=29 January 2010|url-status=dead}} Her grandfather was a famous violinist, and her mother used to be a local traditional singer.
During her childhood, she was involved in various school activities including sports and co-curricular activities.{{cite web|title=Siti teruja 'kembali' ke sekolah|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2010&dt=0706&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_05.htm&arc=hive|language=ms|author=Shazryn Mohd. Faizal|date=6 July 2010|work=Utusan Online|access-date=13 September 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110617034300/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2010&dt=0706&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_05.htm&arc=hive|archive-date=17 June 2011|url-status=dead}} She attended preschool at Tabika Perkep, Balai Polis Kampung Awah, Temerloh where she first showcased her early singing talent at the age of six when she sang "Sirih Pinang",{{cite web|title=Siti teruja 'kembali' ke sekolah|url=http://simplysiti.com.my/dato-siti-nurhaliza/|year=2013|work=SimplySiti.com.my|access-date=31 May 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130619132232/http://simplysiti.com.my/dato-siti-nurhaliza/|archive-date=19 June 2013}} a Malay traditional song, at her kindergarten's certificate-receiving event. She attended primary school at Sekolah Rendah Kebangsaan Clifford and received her secondary education at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Clifford, Kuala Lipis, Pahang. In 1991, when she was 12 years old, she won one of her earliest singing competitions, with the song "Bahtera Merdeka" at the Merdeka Day Singing Contest, a local patriotic song competition.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza terkenang Bahtera Merdeka|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2003&dt=0831&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_01.htm|language=ms|author=Saharuddin Mustafa|date=31 August 2003|work=Utusan Online|access-date=31 May 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203092422/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2003&dt=0831&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_01.htm|archive-date=3 February 2014|url-status=dead}}{{Cite news|title=Will this be you?|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/coms2/summary_0286-22475800_ITM|author=New Straits Times Staff|date=10 January 2003|work=New Straits Times|publisher=AccessMyLibrary| access-date = 31 May 2013}} During her schooling years, she was active in sports, especially in netball.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza merakam nostalgia Clifford|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2010&dt=0808&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_05.htm|language=ms|author=Nor Asikin Hassan|date=8 August 2010|work=Utusan Online|access-date=31 May 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203092355/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2010&dt=0808&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_05.htm|archive-date=3 February 2014|url-status=dead}} She participated in two different sports events – netball and 5x80 meter relay – during the Fiesta Media Idola 2006 in Kuantan.{{cite web|title=Fiesta Media Idola '06 tetap meriah walaupun kecoh|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2006&dt=0420&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_03.htm|language=ms|author=Nor Fadzillah Baharuddin|date=4 April 2006|work=Utusan Online|access-date=31 May 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203092426/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2006&dt=0420&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_03.htm|archive-date=3 February 2014|url-status=dead}} She was also chosen as one of the torch bearers to light the games of the Fiesta, marking its opening alongside Malaysian actress, Fasha Sandha.
Coming from a poor family,{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza – Melabur untuk masa depan adik|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2003&dt=0904&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_01.htm|language=ms|author=Khadijah Ibrahim|date=4 September 2003|work=Utusan Online|access-date=31 May 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203092304/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2003&dt=0904&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_01.htm|archive-date=3 February 2014|url-status=dead}} at the age of nine,{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza muncul di Jalan Masjid India|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2006&dt=1113&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_02.htm|language=ms|author=Muhammad Arif Nizam Abdullah|date=13 November 2006|work=Utusan Online|access-date=31 May 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203092300/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2006&dt=1113&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_02.htm|archive-date=3 February 2014|url-status=dead}} Siti had to wake up at 4:00 am to help her mother make and sell various homemade kuih in her neighbourhood, where sometimes, she also had to carry a makeshift table down three flights of stairs to the main road to set up a small stall.{{cite web|title=Antara Permata dan Hati|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/Hiburan/20120729/hi_01/Antara-permata--dan-hati|language=ms|author=Amirah Amaly Syafaat|date=29 July 2012|work=Utusan Online|access-date=31 May 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203092417/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/Hiburan/20120729/hi_01/Antara-permata--dan-hati|archive-date=3 February 2014|url-status=dead}} She has commented that the hardships of her childhood have helped her to be more frugal when spending and to be more confident when communicating with the public. She has also joked that the experiences helped to improve her vocal skills, as she has to shout to call for customers.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Tidak Ambil Mudah|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2011/10/17/mstar_hiburan/20111016112345|language=ms|author=Nizam Abdullah|date=17 October 2011|work=mStar Online|access-date=31 May 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140201172027/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20111016112345|archive-date=1 February 2014|url-status=dead}} Apart from participating in singing competitions, she also used to follow her uncle, Abdul Rahim Bachik, to invitational shows like wedding ceremonies and dinner parties, which exposed her to performing live.
Although she had good SPM results, Siti Nurhaliza declined to pursue her tertiary education to focus solely on her music career. In a 2012 interview, Siti said that she did not regret not obtaining a university degree as none of her family pursued higher education due to financial difficulties.{{Citation needed|date=November 2024}}
Career
=Early commercial success (1995–1996)=
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Siti Nurhaliza's family performed at many public local ceremonies in their hometown, such as weddings and public soirées. At the age of two, Siti began to learn traditional songs from her mother, which she would later perform during special occasions and events.
She was the vocalist for 'Family Group', a small band founded by her uncle, Abdul Rahim Bachik. She improved her singing skills by participating in numerous local singing competitions. When she was 14, she auditioned for Asia Bagus but failed to go through.{{cite web|title=Siti's inspiring journey|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/78254818?pos=10&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1357535501%3Aresultset|author=Hizreen Kamal|date=6 January 2012|work=New Straits Times|access-date=7 January 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140201154129/http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/78254818?pos=10&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww%2Fcross-search%2Fsearch.php%3A_1357535501%3Aresultset|archive-date=1 February 2014|url-status=dead}} Despite her frustration, she did not give up. Two years later, she participated in 1995 RTM Bintang HMI competition at the age of 16 where she auditioned with a song made famous by Ruth Sahanaya, "Kaulah Segalanya".{{cite web|title=Siapa Pengganti Siti Nurhaliza?|url=http://www.liriklagu.com/imnogman/Mingguan20021021.html|language=ms|work=Liriklagu.com|access-date=6 August 2010|archive-date=15 October 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231015061755/http://www.liriklagu.com/imnogman/Mingguan20021021.html|url-status=dead}} In the competition, she met Adnan Abu Hassan, the music composer who tutored and helped her with her vocal performance, before she finally won the contest with the song by Aishah, "Camar Yang Pulang". She signed a contract with Suria Records, rejecting four other offers from different international recording companies, including Sony Music, BMG Music and Warner Music.{{cite web|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/1075960?pos=51&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1284375262%3Aresultset|title=Siti Nurhaliza diburu syarikat rakaman|date=14 June 2009|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|language=ms|work=Bintang Popular – Berita Minggu|access-date=13 September 2010}} In 1996, Suria Records released her debut and first eponymous album. Her first single, "Jerat Percintaan", won the 11th Anugerah Juara Lagu that same year. In 1996 she also won Most Popular Television Entertainer, Most Popular Female Singer, Most Popular Teen Artiste and the top award Most Popular Star in {{ill|Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian|lt=Anugerah Bintang Popular|ms}}.{{cite web|title=Arkib Pemenang ABP|url=http://abp.bharian.com.my/Entertainment/ABP/arkibpemenangABP|language=ms|work=Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian 2009|access-date=13 April 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110423215056/http://abp.bharian.com.my/Entertainment/ABP/arkibpemenangABP|archive-date=23 April 2011|url-status=dead}}
=Career development (1997–1998)=
In 1997, Siti began gaining traction in Indonesia's music industry after her story appeared in the April 1997 issue of POS Kota, one of the most popular magazines in Indonesia.{{cite web|title=Hos Rancangan Tv Indonesia.|url=http://www.simplysiti.com/hos-rancangan-tv-indonesia/|language=ms|work=Berita Harian|access-date = 29 May 2010}} This was also impactful due to the difficulty foreign artists faced in breaking into Indonesia's music industry. Siti was reportedly the first Malaysian singer to hold a live concert on Indosiar, a popular nationwide television station in Indonesia. She held a series of large-scale concerts in Jakarta, Bandung, Yogyakarta, and other Indonesian cities over the next few years.{{cite web|title=Konser Tunggal Siti Nurhaliza Di Gelar di 5 Kota Indonesia|url=http://musik.kapanlagi.com/berita/konser-tunggal-siti-nurhaliza-di-gelar-di-5-kota-indonesia-0p4a3rs.html|language=id|work=KapanLagi.com – Kalau bukan sekarang, kapan lagi?|access-date = 3 October 2010}} In 1997, she won Best New Artist and Best Song (Jerat Percintaan) from Anugerah Industri Muzik 1997.
On 12 January 1998, one day after turning 19, she launched her own company, Siti Nurhaliza Productions (M) Sdn. Bhd. which acts as her official management team.{{cite web|title=Dato' Hajjah Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://sitizone.com/sz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=30&Itemid=49|language=ms|work=Siti Zone|access-date=3 September 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110126035522/http://sitizone.com/sz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=30&Itemid=49|archive-date=26 January 2011|url-status=dead}} During the 1998 Commonwealth Games, which were held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, she performed in front of Queen Elizabeth II and her consort, Prince Philip among other dignitaries and officials from 70 Commonwealth countries. She also shared the same stage with international stars Céline Dion and Rod Stewart during the closing ceremony.{{cite web|title=Siti all set for London show|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/26918068?pos=33&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1280846939%3Aresultset|date=14 January 2005|work=New Straits Times|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date=31 July 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110722231910/http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/26918068?pos=33&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww%2Fcross-search%2Fsearch.php%3A_1280846939%3Aresultset|archive-date=22 July 2011|url-status=dead}} The ceremony was televised in 70 nations worldwide, introducing her to the wider international arena. In November of that year, she was invited to perform in Japan for five days at the Pop Queen Festival, also known as Saga Fiesta '98.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza dapat pengiktirafan di Jepun|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=1998&dt=1101&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=et_02.htm&arc=hive|language=ms|author=Saharudin Musthafa|date=1 November 1998|work=Utusan Online|access-date=13 September 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110617034353/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=1998&dt=1101&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=et_02.htm&arc=hive|archive-date=17 June 2011|url-status=dead}}
=Early international stardom (1999–2005)=
In May 1999, she took part in South Pacific International Song and Singing Competition 1999, held in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, where she won first place in the category of 'Pop/Top 40 for International Song' with her single, "We'll Be As One". Siti also won Best Female Vocal Performance with the same single, although the judges based their decision on the cassette tape/compact disc sent by her recording company to the organiser and rather than a live performance.
In December 1999, Siti competed in Shanghai Asia Music Festival 1999, where she won the Gold Award for the Asia New Singer Competition. She was also invited back to the competition in 2000{{cite web|title=Liza Hanim dapat tempat kedua|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2000&dt=1201&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=et_05.htm&arc=hive|language=ms|date=1 December 2000|work=Utusan Online|access-date=13 September 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203092403/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2000&dt=1201&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=et_05.htm&arc=hive|archive-date=3 February 2014|url-status=dead}} and 2002{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza jumpa doktor pakar di Shanghai|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2002&dt=1027&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_06.htm&arc=hive|language=ms|date=27 October 2002|work=Utusan Online|access-date=13 September 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203092440/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2002&dt=1027&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_06.htm&arc=hive|archive-date=3 February 2014|url-status=dead}} as a featuring artiste.
For the next few years, Siti took part in 'Voice of Asia 2002' which was held in Kazakhstan, where she performed one of her singles from her third album, Purnama Merindu and managed to grab the Grand Prix Champion title, the ultimate prize.{{cite web|title=Grand Prix 2002 left for Malaysia.|url=http://www.simplysiti.com/grand-prix-2002-left-for-malaysia/|author=Olesya Ivanova|date=29 August 2002|work=The Almaty Herald|publisher=Simply Siti Nurhaliza Zone|access-date = 6 August 2010}} That year, Siti was also invited to perform a tribute concert for the late Sudirman Hj Arshad at Istana Budaya in Kuala Lumpur.{{Citation needed|date=November 2024}}
In December 2003, she was invited to perform at 2003 Japan and ASEAN Pop Stars Dream Concert 2003 (J-ASEAN Pops 2003), held in Yokohama, Japan, alongside top Japan and ASEAN artists, including THE BOOM, You Hitoto, INSPi, Leonard Eto, Yuri Chika, Hiroshi Takano and Hideki Kurosawa from Japan.{{cite web|title=Japan and ASEAN Pop Stars Dream Concert 2003 J-ASEAN POPs in Yokohama|url=http://www.mofa.go.jp/region/asia-paci/asean/year2003/concert.html|year=2003|work=Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan|access-date = 28 January 2011}} While ASEAN artists including Hans Anwar & Lo'Ryder (Brunei), Preap Sowat (Cambodia), AB Three (Indonesia), Alexandra (Laos), Lay Phyu & Iron Cross (Myanmar), Jolina Magdangal (Philippines), Tanya Chua (Singapore), Briohny (Thailand) and Lam Truong (Vietnam). For the concert, a special song was composed by a Japanese composer, Kazufumi Miyazawa with lyrics by a Singaporean lyricist, Dick Lee entitled, Treasure the World. The same song was also sung by each singer from each participating country in their native languages, where Siti's version which was in Malay, entitled Dunia Milik Kita was also performed for the first time during the event.
In 2004, Siti was the first non-Chinese artiste to be invited to perform at Taiwan's Golden Melody Awards. Apart from performing a solo cover of Na Ying's single "征服" (English: Conquer),{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza – Lagu Mandarin untuk pasaran Taiwan|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2004&dt=0516&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_06.htm&arc=hive|language=ms|date=16 May 2004|work=Utusan Online| access-date = 22 September 2010}} she and Leehom Wang sang Teresa Teng's "The Moon Represents My Heart" as duet, and was an award presenter alongside Taiwanese news anchor Patty Hou.{{cite web|title=Asia pop stars sing Golden Melody|url=http://www.chinadaily.com.cn/english/doc/2004-05/09/content_329024.htm|date=9 May 2004|work=China Daily Website – Connecting China Connecting the World| access-date = 9 May 2004}} She also appeared on a half-hour special program by Azio TV during her brief four days in Taipei. On her third appearance at the MTV Asia Awards, held in Singapore, she performed with British singer Gareth Gates for the second time, singing Gate's song "Say It Isn't So".{{Citation needed|date=November 2024}}
Beginning in 2004, her company, Siti Nurhaliza Production (M) Sdn. Bhd. (SNP), produced television programs. Their first musical program, Muzikal Aidiladha (Musical of Eid Al-Adha), was released during Eid al-Adha.{{cite web|title=Muzikal Aidiladha... dakwah seni Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2004&dt=0125&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_04.htm|work=Utusan Online|publisher=Utusan|access-date=19 February 2013}} The company's second release was Siti Nurhaliza 3D (Siti Nurhaliza Dari Dalam Diri), a 13-episode reality television series about the private life of Siti Nurhaliza which aired on RTM, the Malaysian public broadcasting network.{{cite web|title=Jadi pengacara, Siti bukan pengacau|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2011&dt=0111&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_01.htm|work=Utusan Online|publisher=Utusan|access-date=19 February 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131021175553/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2011&dt=0111&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_01.htm|archive-date=21 October 2013|url-status=dead}} That year, SNP also produced Sukan dan Selebriti (Sports and Celebrities), a 26-episode program featuring popular artists and sports personalities.
In 2005, Alicia Keys introduced her as The Voice of Asia during the MTV Asia Aid in 2005 held in Bangkok, Thailand due to her powerful vocal, and her outstanding achievements locally and internationally.{{cite web|title=INFO Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/27210938?pos=12&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281969466%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=23 February 2010|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 16 August 2010}} In April of that year, Siti held a successful solo concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London, although the majority of the audience were Malaysians living in the United Kingdom. The concert was also attended by the Sultan and Sultanah of Pahang and royal families from Brunei.{{cite web |author=Choi Tuck Woo |date=3 April 2005 |title=Siti Nurhaliza wows London with wit and elegance |url=http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2005/4/3/nation/10587153&sec=nation |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110622050256/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2005%2F4%2F3%2Fnation%2F10587153&sec=nation |archive-date=22 June 2011 |access-date=31 July 2010 |work=The Star}} During the concert, she was backed by the London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Indonesian maestro, Erwin Gutawa. British press called her Asia's Celine Dion for her powerful vocal performance.{{cite web|title=Siti displays true star power in London|url=http://www.star-ecentral.com/news/story.asp?file=/2005/4/8/music/10607505&sec=music|author=Choi Tuck Wo|date=8 April 2005|work=The Star| access-date = 8 April 2005}}{{cite web|title=Royal Albert Hall|url=http://www.london-architecture.info/LO-070.htm|work=World Architecture Images – Royal Albert Hall|access-date=3 February 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://archive.today/20120524110228/http://www.london-architecture.info/LO-070.htm|archive-date=24 May 2012}}{{cite web|title=Siti: Who forced Maia to wear kebaya?|url=http://www.simplysiti.com/siti-who-forced-maia-to-wear-kebaya/|author=Eri Akbar|date=22 July 2005|work=Simply Siti Nurhaliza Zone| access-date = 30 April 2010}} Later that year, Channel V listed her as the Second Biggest Asian Artist for her achievements, behind Taiwanese singer Jay Chou. Similarly, MTV Asia rated her as Asia's Second Best Musical Artist, also ranking Jay Chou in first place.
=Datukship and ''Transkripsi'' (2006–2007)=
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Siti's eleventh studio album, Transkripsi, was released in April 2006 and contained contributions from producers and composers from Indonesia (Erwin Gutawa, Melly Goeslaw and Glenn Fredly) and Malaysia (Aubrey Suwito, Cat Farish, Jenny Chin, Firdaus Mahmud, Mac Chew, Yasin and Damian VE).{{cite web|title=Transkripsi|url=http://sitizone.com/sz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=35&Itemid=55|work=SitiZone| access-date = 28 December 2009}}{{cite web|title=Hati Siti "berbisik"|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2006/1/4/HIBURAN/m_Aduh/Hati_Siti_berbisik&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|author=Zieman|date=4 January 2006|work=mStar Online|access-date=17 September 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101127191605/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2006%2F1%2F4%2FHIBURAN%2Fm_Aduh%2FHati_Siti_berbisik&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=27 November 2010|url-status=dead}} Transkripsi became the year's best album after winning the Best Pop Album and Best Album categories in the Anugerah Industri Muzik.{{cite web|title=Right AIM|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/43858971?pos=23&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281544328%3Aresultset|date=20 March 2006|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 11 August 2010}}{{cite web|title=Saingan sengit finalis AIM14|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/29091996?pos=27&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281544328%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=30 March 2007|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 11 August 2010}} The album was the first to be produced under her own production company,{{cite web |author=Tengku Khalidah Tengku Bidin |date=14 May 2006 |title=Siti Nurhaliza di persimpangan dilema |url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2006&dt=0514&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_01.htm&arc=hive |access-date=3 May 2010 |work=Utusan Online |language=ms}} and was well-received by critics, who called it one of her best albums.{{cite web|title=Transkripsi vokal terbaik Siti|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/45946243?pos=38&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1283498893%3Aresultset|date=2 March 2006|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 3 September 2010}}{{cite web|title=So gloriously Siti|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/22826538?pos=103&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1283498893%3Aresultset|date=11 March 2006|work=New Straits Times|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 3 September 2010}} On 24 October 2006, she was conferred as "Dato'" after receiving the title of Darjah Indera Mahkota Pahang (DIMP) from the Sultan of Pahang, Sultan Ahmad Shah on his 76th birthday alongside two Malaysian designers, Bernard Chandran and Dayang Tom Abang Saufi.{{Cite news|title=Datukship for Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/article-1G1-153443848/datukship-siti-nurhaliza.html|author=M. Hamzah Jamaluddin|date=24 October 2006|work=New Straits Times|publisher=AccessMyLibrary| access-date = 18 February 2013}}{{cite web|title=Abdullah heads awards list|url=http://thestar.com.my/news/list.asp?file=/2006/10/24/nation/15807127&sec=nation|date=24 October 2006|work=The Star|access-date=24 October 2006|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071014034431/http://thestar.com.my/news/list.asp?file=%2F2006%2F10%2F24%2Fnation%2F15807127&sec=nation|archive-date=14 October 2007}}
In February 2007, she made her first appearance at the Grammy Awards, where she was the first Malaysian to walk the red carpet.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza gets Grammy invite|url=http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2007/2/6/nation/16791765&sec=nation|date=6 February 2007|work=The Star|access-date=6 February 2007|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070206173859/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2007%2F2%2F6%2Fnation%2F16791765&sec=nation|archive-date=6 February 2007}} On 20 and 21 April 2007, she performed at Konsert Istana Cinta Nostalgia, a tribute concert for the late musicians P. Ramlee and Saloma at Istana Budaya, Kuala Lumpur. The concert featured popular songs composed by P. Ramlee, which were performed by Siti and other invited artists.{{cite web|title=Siti hidupkan khazanah P. Ramlee dalam Konsert Istana Cinta|url=http://mstar.com.my/cms/content.jsp?id=com.tms.cms.article.Article_1caaad31-c0a85061-166a5380-8a00445d|language=ms|author=Zieman|date=24 April 2007|work=mStar Online|access-date=24 April 2007|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070927231613/http://mstar.com.my/cms/content.jsp?id=com.tms.cms.article.Article_1caaad31-c0a85061-166a5380-8a00445d|archive-date=27 September 2007}} On 30 April 2007, she garnered four nominations in the Anugerah Industri Muzik including Best Pop Album (Transkripsi), Best Vocal Female Performance in an Album (Transkripsi), Best Music Video (Bisakah) and Best Cover for an Album (Transkripsi). Out of the four nominations, she won two awards: Best Pop Album and Best Album for Transkripsi. She also received five nominations from Anugerah Planet Muzik 2007 for two categories that were voted by fans from Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore – Most Popular Female Artist and Most Popular Song ("Biarlah Rahsia") – and three categories that were judged by professional juries and judges: Best Female Artist, Best Song (Biarlah Rahsia) and Best Album.{{cite web|title=Penyertaan karyawan muzik Malaysia sedikit|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/29162542?pos=10&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1283398287%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=24 April 2007|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 2 September 2010}} She won three out of five: Most Popular Female Artist, Best Female Artist and Best Song.{{cite web|title=Siti raih 3 anugerah APM 2007|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/29254115?pos=6&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1283398287%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=9 June 2007|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 2 September 2010}}
=''Hadiah Daripada Hati'', ''Lentera Timur'' and other works (2007–2008)=
In 2007, Siti recorded two songs for two different films, singing "Menanti Pasti" and "Hati" for Kayangan and 1957: Hati Malaya respectively. However, only "Hati" was included in her twelfth studio album, Hadiah Daripada Hati.{{cite web|title=Hadiah hati Siti|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/4278381?pos=18&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1283359228%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=9 December 2007|work=Metro Ahad|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 2 September 2010}} It also received the award of Best Original Theme Song from Anugerah Festival Filem Malaysia ke-21 (21st Malaysian Film Festival) in 2008.{{cite web|title=Tuah filem hitam putih|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/46608619?pos=19&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1283359228%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=11 August 2008|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 2 September 2010}} The year also marked Siti's acting debut, as she performed as Azizah, P. Ramlee's mysterious lover, in the musical Remy ... Kisah P. Ramlee (Remy ... The Story of P. Ramlee), which was a tribute to the late P. Ramlee, staged at Istana Budaya from 19 October to 3 November 2007.{{cite web|title=Siti akhirnya berlakon|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/46159678?pos=34&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281102256%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=4 August 2007|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 6 August 2010}} Her acting debut also saw the debut of her third single "Mulanya Cinta", which was composed by Dick Lee, a Singaporean composer.{{cite web |date=9 December 2007 |title=Hadiah hati Siti |url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/4278381?pos=12&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281102256%3Aresultset |access-date=6 August 2010 |work=Berita Harian |publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search |language=ms}}
On 10 December 2007, Siti's twelfth studio album Hadiah Daripada Hati was released, with the Latin-influenced pop song "Ku Mahu" as the first single of this album and it was featured as the opening theme song for a local Malay drama, Spa-Q.{{cite web|title=(Sesuatu yang dicari peminat ... )|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/28210268?pos=5&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281102256%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=10 January 2008|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 6 August 2010}} Later, Melawan Kesepian was chosen as her second single and was the first track of this album to have a video clip. The song was a remake of a hit that was once popularised by an Indonesian band called Jikustik.{{cite web|title=Lagu Hantaran Daripada Hati 'hidupkan' Wadi Unung|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/1432328?pos=11&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281102256%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=27 August 2009|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 6 August 2010}} The album was not well-received by critics, who said it was a moderate performance from her and was not on the same par as her previous album Transkripsi, which was touted as the best album she had ever made.{{cite web|title=Siti hilang bisa|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/46483703?pos=4&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281102256%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=4 March 2008|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 6 August 2010}}{{cite web|title=Hadiah Siti kurang mantap|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/46451919?pos=5&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281102256%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=25 February 2008|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 6 August 2010}} However, Hadiah Daripada Hati received five nominations in the 15th edition of AIM including Best Pop Album, Song of The Year, Best Vocal Performance in an Album (Female), Best Arrangement and Best Album Cover making Siti the second nominee with the most nominations after newcomer Faizal Tahir.{{cite web|title=Faizal Tahir Ungguli AIM|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2008&dt=0504&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Dalam_Negeri&pg=dn_01.htm&arc=hive|language=ms|author=Shazryn Mohd. Faizal|date=3 May 2008|work=Utusan Online| access-date = 4 May 2010}}{{cite web|title=Penjurian AIM15 lebih telus|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/28085446?pos=25&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281102256%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=7 April 2008|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 6 August 2010}} Out of five categories including three multiple nominations for Best Arrangement category, the album earned her three awards for Best Pop Album, Best Musical Arrangement in a Song (Malay) for the song Cintamu as well as her ninth Best Vocal Performance in an Album (Female) in which she had lost to Jaclyn Victor the previous year.{{cite web|title=Faizal Tahir Rocks at AIM Awards|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/4850626?pos=2&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1287690590%3Aresultset|work=New Straits Times| access-date = 4 April 2008}} According to Google's 2007 Malaysia Year-End Zeitgeist, Siti was one of the most frequently searched persons on Google by Malaysian Google users, beating celebrities like Paris Hilton and Britney Spears.{{cite web|title=Hit list|url=http://thestar.com.my/lifestyle/story.asp?file=/2008/1/17/lifeliving/20006763&sec=lifeliving|author=Wong Li Za|date=17 January 2008|work=The Star|access-date=3 January 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110521144251/http://thestar.com.my/lifestyle/story.asp?file=%2F2008%2F1%2F17%2Flifeliving%2F20006763&sec=lifeliving|archive-date=21 May 2011}}
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In January 2008, she was titled one of Asia's Idols by Asia News Network for her achievements and status as an icon of Malaysian entertainment. On 21 March 2008, Siti held one of her first solo acoustic concerts at the Esplanade Theatre in Singapore. The concert was called Diari Hati – Dato' Siti Nurhaliza's Heart (Diary of Dato' Siti Nurhaliza's Heart) where she performed numbers of her hits from her latest album, Hadiah Daripada Hati and previous albums.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza is as popular as ever|url=http://ecentral.my/news/story.asp?file=/2008/9/16/music/1809291&sec=music|author=Azhariah Kamin|date=16 September 2008|work=The Star|access-date=11 September 2012|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121227082913/http://ecentral.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2008%2F9%2F16%2Fmusic%2F1809291&sec=music|archive-date=27 December 2012}}
Her 13th album, Lentera Timur, was released on 26 December 2008. The album marked her most recent return to contemporary music since her 2002 album, Sanggar Mustika.{{cite web|title=Lentera Timur|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/4143930?pos=8&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281102256%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=4 January 2009|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 6 August 2010}} She commented that the album has more modern and contemporary songs unlike her usual traditional genre.{{cite web|title=Misi angkat muzik tradisi|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/46724902?pos=10&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281102256%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=16 January 2009|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 6 August 2010}} For Lentera Timur, she worked with multiple international composers, including Singapore's M. Nasir and Indonesia's Katon Bagaskara. The album's thirteen songs were created and composed in under three days. Nine of the songs came from a songwriting workshop, Cipta Ekspress – Berirama Malaysia, which was organised by Malaysian Authors Copyright Protection (MACP) to find material for the album. Despite poor sales due to the lack of promotion, the album was well received, and during the 16th Anugerah Industri Muzik, Lentera Timur won multiple awards including Best Pop Ethnic and later on honoured as Album of the Year in AIM 16. She also took home Best Female Vocal trophy for the song 'Di Taman Teman'. She was not present at the award ceremony however as she was away to Mecca to perform Umrah with her family.{{cite web|title=Penantian 7 tahun Misha berbaloi, Siti tetap unggul|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2009/5/4/mstar_hiburan/20090503021121&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|author=Siti Azira Abd. Aziz|date=4 May 2009|work=mStar Online|access-date=3 January 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091227184850/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2009%2F5%2F4%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20090503021121&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=27 December 2009|url-status=dead}}
Siti also recorded two songs for the soundtrack of the Indonesian film Perempuan Berkalong Sorban. One of the songs was a cover of Opick's "Ketika Cinta", while the other was a new song written by Siti, "Batasku Asaku".{{cite web|title=Siti's Almighty album|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/2133344?pos=2&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1283498893%3Aresultset|date=2 October 2009|work=New Straits Times|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 3 September 2010}} Both songs were included in her fourteenth album, Tahajjud Cinta.{{cite web|title=Antara dua dunia Siti|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2009&dt=0811&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_07.htm&arc=hive|language=ms|author=Shazryn Mohd. Faizal|date=11 August 2009|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 3 September 2010}}
In the same year, her wealth is said to have reached RM 50 million by MTV Asia and was named one of the millionaires in entertainment in South East Asia.
=SATU concert, ''Tahajjud Cinta'' and ''CTKD'' (2009)=
On 15 February 2009, her father, Taruddin Ismail, died at 11.50 am at the age of 67, after a heart bypass operation days before does not show any improvement, leaving seven children, and 10 grandchildren behind.{{cite web|title=Ayah Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Selamat Disemadikan|url=http://www.budiey.com/ayah-dato-siti-nurhaliza-selamat-disemadikan/|language=ms|author=Budiey Isma|date=16 February 2009|work=Sensasi Selebriti| access-date = 11 April 2010}}{{cite web|title=Ayah Siti Nurhaliza Meninggal Dunia|url=http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=3507&c=1&s=1|language=ms|author=Roslen Fadzil|date=15 February 2009|work=Murai.com.my|access-date=11 April 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090412061324/http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=3507&c=1&s=1|archive-date=12 April 2009}} She announced a 40-day mourning period for her father and put singing activity on hold, except for Konsert Malam Sinar Maulidur Rasul 1430 Hijrah (1430 Hijrah Special Mawlid Night Concert).{{cite web|title=Siti derita ingat abah|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/48148926?pos=5&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1283635241%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=28 February 2009|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search| access-date = 5 September 2010}}
Months after the loss, Siti went back to business where she announced her major three days concert at the Istana Budaya, SATU Konsert Eksklusif Dato' Siti Nurhaliza. It began its run on 26 June 2009 in Kuala Lumpur. The tickets were sold out weeks before the debut night.{{Cite news|title=SHUIB ON SUNDAY: Can't get enough of Siti|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/coms2/summary_0286-38214117_ITM|author=Shuib Talib|date=21 June 2009|work=The New Straits Times|publisher=AccessMyLibrary|access-date = 21 June 2009}} The concert received compliments from critics, and the show was attended by distinguished people such as region well-known artistes like Krisdayanti and Rossa from Indonesia to name some. A month before the concert, she won her ninth consecutive award of Most Popular Malaysian Artist of 2009 and also the Regional Most Popular Artist of 2009 from {{ill|Anugerah Planet Muzik 2009|ms}},{{cite web|title=Siti kekal 9 tahun paling popular serantau APM 2009!|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2009/7/19/mstar_hiburan/20090719082421&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|author=Siti Azira Abd. Aziz|date=19 July 2009|work=mStar Online|access-date=11 April 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100405111053/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2009%2F7%2F19%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20090719082421&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=5 April 2010|url-status=dead}}{{cite web|title=Entertainment: Aizat wins big|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/1368569?pos=4&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1283398287%3Aresultset|author=Dennis Chua|date=22 July 2009|work=The New Straits Times Online|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 11 April 2010}} beating another 11 contestants where each country, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore has four representatives based on SMS votes.{{cite web|title=APM2009: Siti senarai teratas Artis Serantau Paling Popular!|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2009/7/11/mstar_hiburan/20090710164900&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|author=Siti Azira Abd. Aziz|work=mStar Online|access-date=11 April 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090712122750/http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2009%2F7%2F11%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20090710164900&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=12 July 2009|url-status=dead}}
In March, Siti revealed that she would begin work on her next album later in the year. Apparently, the idea came about while Siti was taking part in an Erma Fatima theatre production, Sirah Junjungan. She also stated that, this will be her first attempt at spiritual songs and she plans to release the album for the holy month Ramadan of 2009 known as Tahajjud Cinta. In September, she became a host to 13 episodes cooking reality series Citarasa Selebriti Bersama Dato' Siti Nurhaliza with several guest artists.{{cite web|title=Resepi Siti Nurhaliza, Sheila Rusly, Website Kulinari Daisy Chef Liza|url=http://www.budiey.com/resepi-siti-nurhaliza-sheila-rusly-website-kulinari-daisy-chef-liza/|work=Sensasi Selebriti|date=30 August 2009|access-date=19 February 2013}} Later, Siti and fellow friend, Indonesian singer, Krisdayanti have planned to produce a duet album featuring eight duets where Siti will choose four Malaysian compositions while Krisdayanti will pick the other four from Indonesia. The album was released on 28 December in Malaysia{{cite web|title=Gambar Kulit Album Duet Dato' Siti Nurhaliza & Krisdayanti|url=http://www.budiey.com/gambar-kulit-album-duet-dato-siti-nurhaliza-krisdayanti/|language=ms|author=Budiey Isma|date=25 December 2009|work=Sensasi Selebriti| access-date = 22 May 2010}} and 27 January in Indonesia,{{cite web|title=Two divas, one album|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/14681132?pos=14&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1283635241%3Aresultset|author=Hizreen Kamal|date=27 January 2010|work=New Straits Times|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search| access-date = 5 September 2010}} under the name CTKD where it is an abbreviation with double meaning where it stands as the acronyms for the combination of both singers names, CT and KD, and also as the whole title of the album, which is Canda (Joke), Tangis (Cry), Ketawa (Laugh) and Duka (Sad).
In July, her skill as a former ambassador for the Malaysian Red Crescent Society was put to the test when she and a panel doctor of Media Prima performed CPR on director Yasmin Ahmad when she fell unconscious during a presentation in a meeting in TV3's headquarters.{{cite web|title=Film director Yasmin Ahmad in hospital (Update 7)|url=http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2009/7/23/nation/20090723163731&sec=nation|author=Rizal Johan & Alan Koay|date=23 July 2009|work=The Star|access-date=11 April 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100110051529/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2009%2F7%2F23%2Fnation%2F20090723163731&sec=nation|archive-date=10 January 2010}}{{cite web|title=Pengarah Yasmin Ahmad selesai jalani pembedahan otak|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2009/7/23/mstar_hiburan/20090723171042&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|author=Au Yeong How & Shahril Adzrin|date=23 July 2009|work=mStar Online|access-date=11 April 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100405074728/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2009%2F7%2F23%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20090723171042&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=5 April 2010|url-status=dead}} In August, Siti was given control of Channel 188 on Astro for 28 hours. Called Channel Siti, it broadcast her concert from June of the same year, SATU Konsert Eksklusif Dato' Siti Nurhaliza, her previous concert which was held at Bukit Jalil, the Siti's Fantasia Tour concert in 2004 and some of her music videos.{{cite web|title=Tune in to SITI TV this Merdeka|url=http://www.mmail.com.my/content/11945-tune-siti-tv-merdeka|language=ms|work=The Malay Mail|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110628221815/http://www.mmail.com.my/content/11945-tune-siti-tv-merdeka|archive-date=28 June 2011|access-date=12 May 2013|url-status=dead}}
=Bagaikan Sakti concert and SimplySiti (2010–2011)=
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In 2010, she performed at Konsert Bagaikan Sakti which was held in Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, Singapore alongside Malaysian producer-composer-songwriter, M. Nasir which also was broadcast live through Astro Box Office Events (Channel 955) on 1 January, and the repeat show from 2 to 10 January.{{cite web|title=Astro Siarkan Secara Langsung Konsert Bagaikan Sakti M.Nasir & Datuk Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2009/12/19/mstar_hiburan/20091218091312&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|work=mStar|access-date=18 January 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091221003852/http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2009%2F12%2F19%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20091218091312&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=21 December 2009|url-status=dead}} Her own company, Siti Nurhaliza Productions (M) Sdn. Bhd. has also produced a concert for two Malaysian award-winning artists, Faizal Tahir and Aizat Amdan entitled Konsert Satu Suara which was accompanied by Simfoni Orkestra Kebangsaan (National Orchestra Symphony) on 12 February until 14th at Istana Budaya.{{cite web|title=Siti Akan Terbitkan Konsert Aizat & Faizal Tahir di IB|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2009/12/13/mstar_hiburan/20091212192136&sec=mstar_hiburan|author=Wahi Aziz|date=13 December 2009|language=ms|work=mStar Online|access-date=18 January 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100118112932/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2009%2F12%2F13%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20091212192136&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=18 January 2010|url-status=dead}} On 25 March, she received her first award of the year, Anugerah Artis Contoh HIP TV 2009 (HIP TV Role Model Artist Award 2009){{cite web|title=Keputusan Undian SMS Parti HIP TV Memuaskan|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2010/4/4/mstar_hiburan/20100403151010&sec=mstar_hiburan|date=4 April 2009|language=ms|work=mStar Online|access-date=6 April 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110722232708/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2010%2F4%2F4%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20100403151010&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=22 July 2011|url-status=dead}} defeating four other candidates based on votes from viewers through short message service (SMS).{{cite web|title=Artis Tak Harap Pada Rupa Antara Kelainan 'Parti HIP TV'|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2010/3/31/mstar_hiburan/20100330104741&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|author=Siti Azira Abd. Aziz|date=31 March 2009|work=mStar Online|access-date=6 April 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110722232718/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2010%2F3%2F31%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20100330104741&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=22 July 2011|url-status=dead}} On 30 March, she launched her own beauty and cosmetic products under the name SimplySiti. The products underwent research and development in Korea, and are incorporated with Nanotechnology before receiving approval of Halal status by JAKIM.{{cite web|title=Siti perkenal SimplySiti|url=http://www.bharian.com.my/bharian/articles/SitiperkenalSimplySiti/Article/index_html|language=ms|author=Farihad Shalla Mahmud|date=31 March 2009|work=Berita Harian online| access-date = 6 April 2010}} 6 days later, she received her 13th consecutive award of Penyanyi Wanita Paling Popular 2009 (Most Popular Female Singer 2009) and the overall category award, Bintang Paling Popular 2009 (Most Popular Artist of 2009) from Anugerah Bintang Popular Bintang Harian 2009 with votes from over 225 300 votes from the readers of Berita Harian. The latter one is her seventh time winning the same accolade.{{cite web|title=ABPBH 2009: Siti Nurhaliza paling popular|url=http://www.bharian.com.my/bharian/articles/ABPBH2009_SitiNurhalizapalingpopular/Article/|language=ms|author=Akmal Abdullah|date=5 April 2010|work=Berita Harian Online| access-date = 6 April 2010}} On 21 April, Siti won herself another two awards based on popular votes through SMS service from Anugerah Pilihan Pembaca Media Hiburan (APPMH) 2009/10 (Media Hiburan Readers' Choice Awards 2009/10). She won the award for Artis Wanita Berkulit Cantik 2009/10 (Female Artist with a Flawless Skin 2009/10) and special piece of the ceremony, Anugerah Khas APPMH 2009/10 (Special Award of APPMH 2009/10).{{cite web|title=Senarai Pemenang Anugerah PPMH Ulangtahun Ke 25 Media Hiburan|url=http://www.budiey.com/senarai-pemenang-anugerah-ppmh-ulangtahun-ke-25-media-hiburan/|author=Budiey Isma|date=22 April 2010|language=ms|work=Sensasi Selebriti| access-date = 26 June 2010}}{{cite web|title=Gambar Dato' Siti Nurhaliza di Anugerah PPMH Media Hiburan|url=http://www.budiey.com/gambar-dato-siti-nurhaliza-di-anugerah-ppmh-media-hiburan/|author=Budiey Isma|date=22 April 2010|language=ms|work=Sensasi Selebriti| access-date = 26 August 2010}} In addition, on 2 May, she won herself her sixth and seventh awards of 2010 from Anugerah Industri Muzik (AIM) ke-17 2010 (17th Malaysian Music Industry Awards 2010) where she won two vocal awards, Persembahan Vokal Terbaik Dalam Lagu (Wanita) (Best Vocal Performance in a Song (Female)) through her single, Ku Percaya Ada Cinta and Persembahan Vokal Berkumpulan Dalam Lagu (Best Group Vocal Performance in a Song) through her single, Amarah from her collaboration album with Indonesian artiste, Krisdayanti, CTKD. This is her 11th time winning Best Vocal Performance out of 17 years history of AIM, creating a record of her own.{{cite web|title=Yuna wins big at AIM awards|url=http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2010/5/3/nation/6179466&sec=nation|author=Azhariah Kamin|date=3 May 2010|work=The Star| access-date = 3 May 2010}}{{cite web|title=Siti tetap unggul|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/47789940?pos=8&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1287689923%3Aresultset|language=ms|author=Esme Johari Wahab|date=3 May 2010|work=myMetro| access-date = 3 May 2010}} She also won another two awards from local fashion magazine, EH! voted by users through online and mail poles, Anugerah Stail EH! 2010 (EH!'s 2010 Style Awards) for the category of Selebriti Pencapaian Terbaik (Celebrity with the Best Achievements) and Selebriti Contoh (Role Model Celebrity) on 21 July.{{cite web|title=Kerana Cantik & Seksi, Rozita Menang|url=http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=7394&c=30&s=152|language=ms|author=Haswari Ali|date=22 July 2010|work=Murai.com.my|access-date=22 July 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100831105800/http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=7394&c=30&s=152|archive-date=31 August 2010}}
Less than two months after being commercialised since late March, her skincare products range, SimplySiti received "The Best Halal Product" under Cosmetic category by Halal Journal Magazine.{{cite web|title=SimplySiti Terima Anugerah Produk Halal Terbaik|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2010/5/29/mstar_hiburan/20100528193655&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|author=Mohd Al Qayum Aziz|date=29 May 2010|work=Mstar Online|access-date=6 April 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100530025621/http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2010%2F5%2F29%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20100528193655&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=30 May 2010|url-status=dead}} and on 11 January 2011, she received two awards from The BrandLaureate – Small and Medium Enterprises Chapter Awards (The BrandLaureate – SME's Chapter Awards), one for her SimplySiti range, for Most Promising Brand and another one for herself, first time introduced in 2011, The BrandLaureate Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah SME's Women of The Year 2010 which was presented by Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, wife of Malaysia's fourth Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad herself.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Terima Pengiktirafan BrandLaureate|url=http://www.gua.com.my/hiburan/berita-hangat/Siti_Nurhaliza_Terima_Pengiktirafan_BrandLaureate.html|language=ms|author=SultanMuzaffar|date=12 January 2011|work=Gua.com.my|access-date=11 February 2011|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110115045635/http://www.gua.com.my/hiburan/berita-hangat/Siti_Nurhaliza_Terima_Pengiktirafan_BrandLaureate.html|archive-date=15 January 2011}} She received the Inspiration Woman Award from Association of Malaysian and Indonesian Journalists (ISWAMI) on 29 January.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza terima Anugerah Wanita Inspirasi di Bandung|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2011&dt=0129&pub=Utusan_Malaysia&sec=Terkini&pg=bt_07.htm|language=ms|date=29 January 2011|work=Utusan Online|access-date=11 February 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110201130449/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2011&dt=0129&pub=Utusan_Malaysia&sec=Terkini&pg=bt_07.htm|archive-date=1 February 2011|url-status=dead}}
=''SITI'', ''All Your Love'' and History Channel (2011–2012)=
File:Siti Nurhaliza - All Your Love Launching.jpg
In early 2011, she hosted her own talk show programme, SITI, which with 13 episodes, encompassing four main segments – V.I.P. Siti, Sentuhan Kasih (Caring Touch), Siti's Perspective and Siti's Symphony with the first episode aired on 12 February.{{cite web|title=A chat with Siti|url=http://ecentral.my/news/story.asp?file=/2011/2/11/tvnradio/8031563&sec=tvnradio|date=11 February 2011|work=The Star|access-date=11 February 2011|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120603130131/http://ecentral.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2011%2F2%2F11%2Ftvnradio%2F8031563&sec=tvnradio|archive-date=3 June 2012}}
In early March 2011, she announced that she is working on her first full English album, entitled All Your Love{{cite web|title=Tiba masa Siti|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/69149686?pos=1&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1311586986%3Aresultset|language=ms|author=Abie Abdullah|date=24 July 2011|work=Metro Ahad| access-date = 25 July 2011}} which was produced by her own stepson's production team What's Up Entertainment, with all the songs written and produced by Australian singers, Christian Alexanda and Bryan Bouro{{cite web|title=Adib terbit album Inggeris Siti|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/60795820?pos=1&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1299426164%3Aresultset|language=ms|author=Norhadiani Baharom|date=4 March 2011|work=Berita Harian| access-date = 6 March 2011}} and released on 26 September with her first English single, Falling in Love debuted at a concert in UiTM where she also expressed her interest to further her study in that university.{{cite web|title=Selagi ada semangat|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/68338311?pos=1&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1310890002%3Aresultset|language=ms|author=Hanisah Selamat|date=14 July 2011|work=Berita Harian| access-date = 17 July 2011}} Two out of ten tracks from the album, Remember You and I Wait Forever were a duet between her and Sean Kingston and Christian Alexanda respectively.{{cite web|title=All Your Love Siti bakal jengah Eropah|url=http://www.bharian.com.my/bharian/articles/AllYourLoveSitibakaljengahEropah/Article/index_html|language=ms|author=Zubir Mohd Yunus|date=7 August 2011|work=Berita Harian| access-date = 7 July 2011}}
On 16 July, she won her tenth Regional Most Popular Artiste in a row beating fellow artistes from Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore, thus setting a new record in the Anugerah Planet Muzik.{{cite web|title=APM 2011: Kali Terakhir Buat Siti Nurhaliza Sertai?|url=http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=10106&c=1&s=1|language=ms|author=Syafiqah Jalal|date=16 July 2011|work=Murai.com.my|access-date=17 July 2011|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110719094207/http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=10106&c=1&s=1|archive-date=19 July 2011}} This would be her last appearance in the category, as the organiser decided to drop her name from participating in the same category in the future. In September 2011, her company, Siti Nurhaliza Production (SNP) produced her first ever reality singing competition, I-Klon which was aired in November 2011. The aim of this show is to search for talents that not only can sing but also imitate their idol.{{cite web|title=Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Terbit Program Realiti I-Klon|url=http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=10528|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130413162520/http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=10528|url-status=dead|archive-date=13 April 2013|language=ms|work=Murai.com|publisher=Digital Five Sdn Bhd|access-date=3 April 2013}} On 17 October, she was reported to be working on her life documentary which was aired on History Channel{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Tidak Ambil Mudah|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2011/10/17/mstar_hiburan/20111016112345&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|author=Niezam Abdullah|date=17 October 2011|work=mStar|access-date=21 October 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111019134630/http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2011%2F10%2F17%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20111016112345&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=19 October 2011|url-status=dead}} on 11 January 2012 to coincide with her 33rd birthday.{{cite web|title=Sejarah hidup tanpa memori|url=http://www.kosmo.com.my/kosmo/content.asp?y=2011&dt=1205&pub=Kosmo&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_01.htm|language=ms|date=17 December 2011|work=Kosmo! Online|access-date=6 December 2011|archive-date=23 April 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160423073802/http://www.kosmo.com.my/kosmo/content.asp?y=2011&dt=1205&pub=Kosmo&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_01.htm|url-status=dead}}
On 28 January 2012 she received the Anugerah Ikon (Icon Award) by (APPMH) 2011/12 (Media Hiburan Readers' Choice Awards 2011/12){{cite web|title=Gambar Siti Nurhaliza di Anugerah PPMH 2011/12|url=http://www.budiey.com/gambar-siti-nurhaliza-di-anugerah-ppmh-201112/|language=ms|author=Budiey|date=3 February 2012|work=Sensasi Selebriti| access-date = 18 February 2013}} and on 8 April, she received a special award, Anugerah Seri Perak from Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian in conjunction with the silver jubilee of the award in April 2012, which she previously had won the Anugerah Bintang Paling Popular (Most Popular Star Award) for seven times from the same ceremony.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Terima Anugerah Seri Perak, Aaron Aziz Artis Paling Popular ABPBH2011|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2012/4/9/mstar_hiburan/20120409000020&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|author=Mohd Al Qayum Azizi|date=9 April 2012|work=mStar|access-date=18 February 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120716024815/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2012%2F4%2F9%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20120409000020&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=16 July 2012|url-status=dead}} In April 2012, she accepted an offer to be featured in Sami Yusuf's latest album, Salaam for his song, You Came To Me which was recorded in three languages, Arabic, Malay and English.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Berduet Dengan Rockstar Islam, Sami Yusuf|url=http://www.gua.com.my/berita-artis/Siti_Nurhaliza_Berduet_Dengan_Rockstar_Islam_Sami_Yusuf.html|language=ms|author=Nani|date=24 April 2012|work=Gua.com.my|access-date=5 May 2012|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120427003646/http://www.gua.com.my/berita-artis/Siti_Nurhaliza_Berduet_Dengan_Rockstar_Islam_Sami_Yusuf.html|archive-date=27 April 2012}} She also performed the song alongside him for his debut concert in Singapore, 'Konsert Salaam Sami Yusuf' on 8 July. A day later, on 9 July, she was given the chance to perform as the opening act and also the closing ceremonies of the 15th Malaysia Games or SUKMA XV on 16 July.{{cite web|title=SUKMA XV dibuka penuh gemilang|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2012&dt=0709&pub=Utusan_Malaysia&sec=Pahang&pg=wp_01.htm|language=ms|author=Mohd. Fairuz Yusof|date=9 July 2012|work=Utusan Online| access-date = 20 July 2012}}{{cite web|title=Sukan alat perpaduan negara – Najib|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2012&dt=0717&pub=Utusan_Malaysia&sec=Sukan&pg=su_10.htm|language=ms|author=Mohd. Fairuz Yusof|date=17 July 2012|work=Utusan Online| access-date = 20 July 2012}} Few days earlier, on 5 July, she received another award by EH! magazine for the award of Celebrity with Best Achievements for a second time since 2010.{{cite web|title=Rozita Che Wan Selebriti Paling Seksi 2012|url=http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=12311&c=30&s=152|language=ms|author=Kheme Rosly|date=5 July 2012|work=Murai.com.my|access-date=18 February 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121024065122/http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=12311&c=30&s=152|archive-date=24 October 2012}}
In September, she announced a new album project with an Indonesian recording company, Virgo Records for Indonesian market where so far a number of Indonesian composers and lyricist have given their songs to Siti, including former lead vocal of Kerispatih, Samuel Simorangkir and Dewiq.{{cite web|title=Penawar Rindu Siti|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/92854424?pos=2&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1352931064%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=6 September 2012|work=Berita Harian| access-date = 15 November 2012}} The same album will also include a song written by herself and composed by a Malaysian composer, Aubrey Suwito. In the same month also, she received a special award by Anugerah Radio24 BERNAMA (BERNAMA Radio24 Awards) in the category of Entertainment Icon in conjunction with their fifth anniversary.{{cite web|title=5 terima anugerah Bernama Radio24|url=http://www.kosmo.com.my/kosmo/content.asp?y=2012&dt=0930&pub=Kosmo&sec=Negara&pg=ne_08.htm|language=ms|author=Suhana Yusop|date=30 September 2012|work=Kosmo! Online|access-date=18 February 2013|archive-date=23 April 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160423121449/http://www.kosmo.com.my/kosmo/content.asp?y=2012&dt=0930&pub=Kosmo&sec=Negara&pg=ne_08.htm|url-status=dead}} And on 25 November, she was honoured with a special award of Anugerah Kesatria Puteri Kesenian from Puteri UMNO in their Himpunan Wanita Muda 2012 (2012 Female Youth Coalition).{{cite web|title=Wartawan Utusan terima anugerah Puteri UMNO|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/Dalam_Negeri/20121126/dn_04/Wartawan-Utusan-terima-anugerah-Puteri-UMNO|language=ms|date=25 November 2012|work=Utusan Online|access-date=18 February 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140203092502/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/Dalam_Negeri/20121126/dn_04/Wartawan-Utusan-terima-anugerah-Puteri-UMNO|archive-date=3 February 2014|url-status=dead}} Two weeks earlier, on 11 November, she performed a 2-hour concert at Grand Ballroom, Bukit Gambang Resort City in Gambang, Pahang where it was attended by more than 5000 people including her fans from Indonesia and Singapore and the Sultan of Pahang, Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Persembah Single Baru "Galau" Di Kuantan|url=http://www.gua.com.my/berita-artis/Siti_Nurhaliza_Persembah_Single_Baru_Galau_Di_Kuantan.html|language=ms|date=11 November 2012|work=Gua.com.my|access-date=15 November 2012|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121128095345/http://www.gua.com.my/berita-artis/Siti_Nurhaliza_Persembah_Single_Baru_Galau_Di_Kuantan.html|archive-date=28 November 2012}} During the concert, she performed her latest single, Galau which was composed by an Indonesian composer, which will be featured in her latest project with Universal Music.{{cite web|title=Sakit Tak Halang Siti Nurhaliza Hiburkan 5,000 Peminat|url=http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=13286&c=1&s=1|language=ms|author=Razif Rosdi|date=10 November 2012|work=Gua.com.my|access-date=15 November 2012|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121114002414/http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=13286&c=1&s=1|archive-date=14 November 2012}} After the concert, she announced that she will be start touring Indonesia from 8 December until 14 December in several major cities, including Jakarta, Pekanbaru and Banjarbaru.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Bersyukur Impiannya Terlaksana|url=http://www.gua.com.my/berita-artis/Siti_Nurhaliza_Bersyukur_Impiannya_Terlaksana.html|language=ms|date=13 November 2012|work=Gua.com.my|access-date=15 November 2012|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121116004813/http://www.gua.com.my/berita-artis/Siti_Nurhaliza_Bersyukur_Impiannya_Terlaksana.html|archive-date=16 November 2012}} However, on 13 December, she has to call off her last destination tour for her husband was involved in a motorcycle accident in New Zealand.{{cite web|title=Suami Kecelakaan, Siti Nurhaliza Batalkan Konser di Banjarmasin|url=http://music.okezone.com/read/2012/12/13/386/731953/suami-kecelakaan-siti-nurhaliza-batalkan-konser-di-banjarmasin|language=id|author=Egie Gusman|date=13 December 2012|work=Music.Okezone.com|access-date=13 December 2012|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140201162956/http://music.okezone.com/read/2012/12/13/386/731953/suami-kecelakaan-siti-nurhaliza-batalkan-konser-di-banjarmasin|archive-date=1 February 2014}} On 13 December also, she was announced as one of the finalists in World Music Awards 2012 alongside another Malaysian singer, Shila Amzah in the categories of World's Best Female Artist, World's Best Live Act and World's Best Entertainer of the Year.{{cite web|title=Shila Amzah & Dato' Siti Calon Penyanyi Terbaik Dunia|url=http://mediahiburan.karangkraf.com/memang-hot/shila-amzah-dato-siti-calon-penyanyi-terbaik-dunia-1.112462|language=ms|date=14 December 2012|work=Mediahiburan.karangkraf.com|access-date=13 December 2012|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121218000804/http://mediahiburan.karangkraf.com/memang-hot/shila-amzah-dato-siti-calon-penyanyi-terbaik-dunia-1.112462|archive-date=18 December 2012}} However, the awards ceremony was postponed from 22 December 2012 to a later date in 2013, due to logistic and immigration issues.{{cite web|title=World Music Awards postponed due to visa issues, Newtown tragedy|url=http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/287253/showbiz/showbizabroad/world-music-awards-postponed-due-to-visa-issues-newtown-tragedy|date=21 December 2012|work=Showbiz|publisher=GMA Network Inc.|access-date=1 April 2013|archive-date=23 December 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121223084509/http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/287253/showbiz/showbizabroad/world-music-awards-postponed-due-to-visa-issues-newtown-tragedy|url-status=dead}}
=New image, Siti Nurhaliza in Symphony and Lentera Timur concert (2013)=
On her 34th birthday, Siti announced she had decided to wear hijab full-time, including during performances.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Bertudung Bukan Untuk Berpolitik|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2013/2/18/mstar_hiburan/20130217163129&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|author=Mohd Al Qayum Azizi|date=18 February 2013|work=mStar|access-date=26 March 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130325095939/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2013%2F2%2F18%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20130217163129&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=25 March 2013|url-status=dead}} She also commented that she would be taking a short break until April to take care of her husband, who was involved in an accident in December 2012.{{cite web|title=Siti Lebih Ayu|url=http://www.bharian.com.my/bharian/articles/Sitilebihayu/Article/artikel|language=ms|date=19 March 2013|work=Berita Harian| access-date = 26 March 2013}} In the same month, her company, Siti Nurhaliza Productions (SNP) was reported to be working on the second season of I-Klon, a reality singing competition which had debuted in 2011.{{cite web|title=Pencarian Klon Artis Bermula!|url=http://mediahiburan.karangkraf.com/mesti-hibur/pencarian-klon-artis-bermula-1.121839|work=Media Hiburan Online|publisher=Grup Digital Karangkraf|access-date=3 April 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130327120722/http://mediahiburan.karangkraf.com/mesti-hibur/pencarian-klon-artis-bermula-1.121839|archive-date=27 March 2013}} In early February, Siti debuted her own 13-episode game show, Siti Ooo...Som, which she co-hosted with Nabil Ahmad and Sharifah Shahira.{{Cite news|title=Siti Nurhaliza Jadi Pengacara 'Game Show' Pula|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2012/12/26/mstar_hiburan/20121225194400|language=ms|date=26 December 2012|work=mStar Online|access-date=6 February 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140201172032/http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2012%2F12%2F26%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20121225194400|archive-date=1 February 2014|url-status=dead}} That month, she was revealed to be short listed for the fifth Shorty Awards in the category of Best Reality Star in Social Media.{{cite web|title=Announcing the 5th Annual Shorty Awards Vox Populi and Finalists!|url=http://blog.shortyawards.com/post/44093266883/announcing-the-5th-annual-shorty-awards-vox-populi-and|author=Shorty Awards Staff|date=26 February 2013|work=Shorty Awards|access-date=26 March 2013}}
On 2 March, she won the Bella On-Stage Award, beating other nine contenders for the inaugural award for Malaysian women that have made tremendous achievement in the performing arts.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza beats nine other strong contenders for 'Bella On-Stage Award'|url=http://www.nst.com.my/latest/siti-nurhaliza-beats-nine-other-strong-contenders-for-bella-on-stage-award-1.227553|author=Hizreen Kamal|date=2 March 2013|work=New Straits Times|access-date=26 March 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130303020504/http://www.nst.com.my/latest/siti-nurhaliza-beats-nine-other-strong-contenders-for-bella-on-stage-award-1.227553|archive-date=3 March 2013}} On the same day, her cosmetic company, SimplySiti was recognized by the Malaysia Book of Records for Biggest Participation in Skin Transformation event in One Day.{{cite web|title=Gambar Dato' Siti Nurhaliza di Roadshow Dermagic SimplySiti di Alamanda|url= http://www.budiey.com/gambar-dato-siti-nurhaliza-di-roadshow-dermagic-simplysiti/|author=Budiey|date=2 March 2013|work=SensasiSelebriti.com|access-date=26 March 2013}} On 7 March, she was chosen to perform in collaboration concert between Malaysia and Indonesia, Konsert Nusantara at Istana Budaya alongside Hafiz Suip, Rossa and few other Malaysian and Indonesian singers.{{cite web|title=Konsert Nusantara di Istana Budaya Mac ini|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/Hiburan/20130221/hi_06/Konsert-Nusantara-di-Istana-Budaya-Mac-ini#.USY6lXXSY_4.twitter|language=ms|date=2 February 2013|work=Utusan Online| access-date = 26 March 2013}} On 21 March, she performed a duet with Kenny Babyface, singing the songs "Fire" and "When I Fall in Love" for Sapurakencana Petroleum Malaysia Grand Prix Charity Gala 2013.{{cite web|title=Kenny Babyface Puji Kelunakan Suara Dato' Siti|url=http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=14350&c=1&s=1|author=Haswari Ali|date=22 March 2013|work=Murai.com.my|access-date=26 March 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130323215000/http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=14350&c=1&s=1|archive-date=23 March 2013}}{{cite web|title=Grand prix charity gala raises RM200,000 in aid of heart patients|url=http://thestar.com.my/metro/story.asp?file=/2013/3/23/central/12875998&sec=central|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130413154859/http://thestar.com.my/metro/story.asp?file=/2013/3/23/central/12875998&sec=central|url-status=dead|archive-date=13 April 2013|author=Choong Mek Zhin|date=23 March 2013|work=The Star|access-date=26 March 2013}} The charity event raised more than RM 200,000 for heart patients.
In June, she received a special humanity award from Majlis Perundangan Pertubuhan Islam Malaysia (Mapim), for her effort and support of Mapim's Gaza fundraising.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza terima Anugerah Kemanusiaan Mapim|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/Hiburan/20130629/hi_05/Siti-Nurhaliza-terima-Anugerah-Kemanusiaan-Mapim|language=ms|date=29 June 2013|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 16 June 2013}} On 5 to 7 July, she performed at Siti Nurhaliza in Symphony – with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra at Petronas Philharmonic Hall for three nights in a row in which tickets were sold out weeks before the said event.{{cite web|title=Utterly Bewitching|url=http://www.thestar.com.my/Lifestyle/Entertainment/Music/News/2013/07/11/Utterly-bewitching.aspx|author=Azhariah Kamin|date=11 July 2013|work=The Star|access-date=16 July 2013|archive-date=9 January 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140109104835/http://www.thestar.com.my/Lifestyle/Entertainment/Music/News/2013/07/11/Utterly-bewitching.aspx/|url-status=dead}} This was her first solo concert at the Petronas Philharmonic Hall where 12 years earlier she was only a guest performer at Tan Sri SM Salim's concert with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra.
In August, she received Anugerah Artis Wanita Pilihan (Favourite Female Artist Award) from the inaugural Anugerah Melodi 2013 during a special Eid episode of Melodi where the winners were chosen entirely by the viewers.{{cite web|title=Anugerah Melodi 2013 – Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Tetap Jadi Pilihan|url=http://www.gua.com.my/berita-artis/Anugerah_Melodi_2013_Dato_Siti_Nurhaliza_Tetap_Jadi_Pilihan.html|language=ms|author=Nani|date=12 August 2013|work=Gua.com.my|access-date=27 September 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130826235235/http://www.gua.com.my/berita-artis/Anugerah_Melodi_2013_Dato_Siti_Nurhaliza_Tetap_Jadi_Pilihan.html|archive-date=26 August 2013}} That same month, she was chosen as one of the 'Inspirers' for Akademi Fantasia 2013 students alongside Melly Goeslaw and Faizal Tahir where they will share their experiences as singers and motivate the students in their paths as new artists.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza, Melly Goeslaw & Faizal Tahir Sertai Keluarga AF 2013|url=http://www.malaysiandigest.com/entertainment/425011-siti-nurhaliza-melly-goeslaw-a-faizal-tahir-sertai-keluarga-af-2013.html|language=ms|author=mD Staff|date=22 August 2013|work=MalaysianDigest.com|access-date=27 September 2013|url-status=usurped|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130925224944/http://www.malaysiandigest.com/entertainment/425011-siti-nurhaliza-melly-goeslaw-a-faizal-tahir-sertai-keluarga-af-2013.html|archive-date=25 September 2013}} In August, she was chosen among few select Malaysian artists to participate in Konsert 'Harmony and Unity' on 25 August which was held at Dataran Merdeka, alongside few Indonesian artists, including Ahmad Dhani and Rossa which was aired on both countries television stations, TV1 and Indosiar respectively.{{cite web|title=Konsert merdeka Malaysia-Indonesia di Dataran Merdeka Ahad|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/Dalam_Negeri/20130822/dn_48/Konsert-merdeka-Malaysia-Indonesia-di-Dataran-Merdeka-Ahad|language=ms|date=22 August 2013|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 27 September 2013}} In September, she was interviewed by National Geographic Channel for a special documentary in conjunction with the 50th Malaysia Day, 'Malaysia: Through The Decades' which was aired on 16 September, alongside Yuna, Lat and Malaysia's first astronaut, Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor for their insights on Malaysia and what it has achieved over the past 50 years.{{cite web|title=A reflection of Malaysia!|url=http://entertainment.malaysia.msn.com/usercomments/article.aspx?cp-documentid=253779407#page=0|author=MSN Entertainment Malaysia Staff|date=12 September 2013|work=entertainment.malaysia.msn.com/|access-date=27 September 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130929173352/http://entertainment.malaysia.msn.com/usercomments/article.aspx?cp-documentid=253779407#page=0|archive-date=29 September 2013|url-status=dead}} She nominated in Anugerah Planet Muzik 2013 at Suntec Convention Hall, Singapore in three different categories – Best Malaysia Song, Best Duo/Group and Regional Most Popular Song which are all shared with Hafiz Suip for their collaboration in both artists' single, Muara Hati.{{cite web|title=Senarai Penuh Pencalonan Anugerah Planet Muzik 2013|url=http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=15673&c=1&s=1|language=ms|date=5 September 2013|work=Murai.com.my|access-date=27 September 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130928023015/http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=15673&c=1&s=1|archive-date=28 September 2013}} The two won two of the three nominations (Best Duo/Group and Regional Most Popular Song).{{cite web|title=Hafiz Menang Besar Di Anugerah Planet Muzik 2013 |url=http://www.gua.com.my/berita-artis/Hafiz_Menang_Besar_Di_Anugerah_Planet_Muzik_2013.html |language=ms |date=19 October 2013 |work=gua.com.my |access-date=19 October 2013 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131019223401/http://www.gua.com.my/berita-artis/Hafiz_Menang_Besar_Di_Anugerah_Planet_Muzik_2013.html |archive-date=19 October 2013 }} Also in September, she held her second major concert in 2013, Konsert Lentera Timur Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Eksklusif bersama Orkestra Tradisonal Malaysia at Istana Budaya, which was her first traditional concert in 18 years of her career.{{cite web|title=Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Janji Yang Terbaik Di Konsert 'Lentera Timur'|url=http://mediahiburan.karangkraf.com/memang-hot/dato-siti-nurhaliza-janji-yang-terbaik-di-konsert-lentera-timur-1.196988|language=ms|author=MH Staff|date=30 August 2013|work=mediahiburan.karangkraf.com|access-date=27 September 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131029192337/http://mediahiburan.karangkraf.com/memang-hot/dato-siti-nurhaliza-janji-yang-terbaik-di-konsert-lentera-timur-1.196988|archive-date=29 October 2013}} Backed by 40 musicians from Orkestra Tradisional Malaysia, with 35 different traditional songs, ranging from Zapin, Samrah, Keroncong, Joget to few other traditional genres, the 2-hour concert was tentatively planned to be only for three days in a row from 20 to 22 September, before the fourth day, which is 24 September was added after receiving high demands from her fans and fans of traditional music to add another date to the 3-day concert.{{cite web|title=Ulasan Konsert Lentera Timur Dato' Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://www.budiey.com/ulasan-konsert-lentera-timur-dato-siti-nurhaliza/|language=ms|author=Budiey|date=21 August 2013|work=Budiey.com|access-date = 27 September 2013}} On 27 October, the concert was revealed as the most successful solo concert ever held at Istana Budaya, where it managed to collect more than RM 900,000.{{cite web|title="Konsert Lantera Timur" Siti Nurhaliza catat rekod Istana Budaya|url=http://www.astroawani.com/news/show/konsert-lantera-timur-siti-nurhaliza-catat-rekod-istana-budaya-24605|language=ms|author=Astro Awani Staff|date=27 October 2013|work=Astro Awani|access-date = 27 October 2013}}
In late November and December 2013, she was invited to perform for two international events. On 28 November, she was in Japan after receiving an invitation by the Japanese embassy in Malaysia for Asean-Japan Music Festival – Music for Healing after the Earthquake in commemoration of the 40th anniversary of Japan – Asean countries relationship,{{cite web|title=Siti wakil negara ke Jepun|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/Hiburan/20131121/hi_09/Siti-wakil-negara-ke-Jepun|language=ms|date=21 November 2013|work=Utusan Online|access-date=30 December 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131129191048/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/Hiburan/20131121/hi_09/Siti-wakil-negara-ke-Jepun|archive-date=29 November 2013|url-status=dead}} and as a musical appeal for relief aids for victims of 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami.{{cite news|title=Christian Bautista hopes to appeal for more relief aid in music fest|url=http://entertainment.inquirer.net/122297/christian-bautista-hopes-to-appeal-for-more-relief-aid-in-music-fest|author=Policarpio, Allan|date=24 November 2013|newspaper=Philippine Daily Inquirer|access-date = 30 December 2013}} During the festival, she performed a medley of songs that she personally had chosen – "Biarlah Rahsia", "Koibito yo" (a Japanese song, made famous by Mayumi Itsuwa) and "Nirmala" – in front of representatives from both Japan (including Japanese Prime Minister, Shinzō Abe) and Asean countries.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza wakil negara ke Festival Muzik Asean-Jepun|url=http://www.astroawani.com/news/show/siti-nurhaliza-wakil-negara-ke-festival-muzik-asean-jepun-25732|language=ms|author=Astro Awani Staff|date=20 November 2013|work=Astro Awani|access-date = 30 December 2013}} The festival was made available for viewing for worldwide audiences through NHK World. On 5 December, she was invited to perform at the 2013 Asian Television Awards at Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore, where she performed "Lebih Indah" and "On the Floor".{{cite web|title=Award Winning Antics: 18th Asian Television Awards|url=http://www.tnp.sg/backstage/content/award-winning-antics-18th-asian-television-awards|author=Tan Kee Yun|date=5 December 2013|work=The New Paper|access-date=30 December 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131230233532/http://www.tnp.sg/backstage/content/award-winning-antics-18th-asian-television-awards|archive-date=30 December 2013}} The show was broadcast for the first time to both STAR World and Channel V reaching audiences in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.{{cite web|title=Asian Television Awards to be televised on Star World and Channel [V]|url=http://www.onscreenasia.com/article/asian-television-awards-to-be-televised-on-star-world-and-channel-v/13502#.Up87I0xO_p4.twitter|author=Shreya Gopi|date=19 November 2013|work=OnScreenAsia.com|access-date=30 December 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131230232644/http://www.onscreenasia.com/article/asian-television-awards-to-be-televised-on-star-world-and-channel-v/13502#.Up87I0xO_p4.twitter|archive-date=30 December 2013}}
=Where the Heart Is and Live in Singapore concerts, Icon of Malaysia and ''Fragmen'' (2014)=
File:Siti Nurhaliza and David Foster - David Foster and Friends.jpg" with David Foster during his "David Foster and Friends" concert, in conjunction with "Sapurakencana Petroleum Malaysia Grand Prix Gala Dinner & Concert 2014" on 27 March.]]
On 6 January 2014,{{cite web |author= |date=6 January 2014 |title=Konsert Dato Siti Nurhaliza Live in KLCC Where The Heart Is |url=http://www.budiey.com/dato-siti-nurhaliza-live-klcc-heart/ |access-date=18 April 2014 |work=Budiey.com}} she announced the dates for her first charity concert, where proceeds would be channelled to her own charity organisation, Yayasan Nurjiwa (Nurjiwa Foundation).{{Cite news|title=An intimate encounter with Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://www.thestar.com.my/Lifestyle/Entertainment/Music/News/2014/02/10/An-intimate-encounter-with-Siti-Nurhaliza/|author=Kenneth Chaw|date=10 February 2014|work=The Star|access-date=18 April 2014|archive-date=28 April 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160428182717/http://www.thestar.com.my/lifestyle/entertainment/music/news/2014/02/10/an-intimate-encounter-with-siti-nurhaliza/|url-status=dead}} Named "Dato Siti Nurhaliza Live in Concert – Where the Heart is", the two-hour concert was held on two consecutive nights, 8 and 9 February at Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Sasar Kutip RM4 Juta Untuk Kebajikan|url=http://www.mstar.com.my/artikel/?file=/2014/1/7/mstar_hiburan/20140106193807|language=ms|author=Mohd Al Qayum Azizi|date=7 January 2014|work=Mstar|access-date=18 April 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140715062345/http://www.mstar.com.my/artikel/?file=%2F2014%2F1%2F7%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20140106193807|archive-date=15 July 2014|url-status=dead}} On 9 February, it was revealed that the two-day concert reached its goal, grossing more than RM 1 million from ticket sales and donations.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza berjaya kumpul dana RM1 juta|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/Dalam_Negeri/20140210/dn_17/Siti-Nurhaliza-berjaya-kumpul-dana-RM1-juta|language=ms|author=Tengku Khalidah Tengku Bidin|date=10 February 2014|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 18 April 2014}}
In February,{{cite web |author= |date=17 February 2014 |title=Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Bakal Berkongsi Pentas Dengan David Foster |url=http://www.budiey.com/dato-siti-nurhaliza-bakal-berkongsi-pentas-dengan-david-foster/ |access-date=11 June 2014 |work=Budiey}} she was announced as one of the guest artists in a one-night only "David Foster and Friends" show that was originally scheduled as the major event of Sapurakencana Petroleum Malaysia Grand Prix Gala Dinner & Concert 2014 on 27 March.{{cite web |author=Keirsten Clark |date=25 March 2014 |title=Q&A: David Foster, award-winning record producer and composer |url=http://www.lifestyleasia.com/all/en/style/feature/qa-david-foster/ |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140714231901/http://www.lifestyleasia.com/all/en/style/feature/qa-david-foster/ |archive-date=14 July 2014 |access-date=11 June 2014 |work=Lifestyle Asia}} However, due to the date's proximity to the Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 incident, the entire show was later revamped to become a full-fledged tribute concert.{{cite web |date=27 March 2014 |title=Tragedi MH370, tiga konsert berskala besar dibatalkan |url=http://www.kosmo.com.my/kosmo/content.asp?y=2014&dt=0327&pub=Kosmo&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_04.htm |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160423154550/http://www.kosmo.com.my/kosmo/content.asp?y=2014&dt=0327&pub=Kosmo&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_04.htm |archive-date=23 April 2016 |access-date=11 June 2014 |work=Kosmo! |language=ms}} During the night of the show, she was accompanied by Foster on piano to perform two songs that Foster originally produced – I Will Always Love You and Because You Loved Me.{{cite web |date=30 March 2014 |title=Vince, Elvira pukau Foster |url=http://www.hmetro.com.my/myMetro/articles/Vince_ElvirapukauFoster/Article/index_html |access-date=11 June 2014 |work=Harian Metro |language=ms}} Foster also accompanied Siti to Siti's own single, Seindah Biasa.
Siti held a concert in Singapore on 12 April at The Star Theater, the first since her last solo concert in Singapore in 2008.{{cite web|title=Siti to sing Singapore songs|url=https://www.asiaone.com/entertainment/siti-sing-singapore-songs|author=Eddino Abdul Hadi|date=5 April 2014|work=The New Paper|access-date = 10 June 2014}} The one-day concert, billed as "Dato' Siti Nurhaliza – Live in Singapore" received positive reviews from local concert reviewers.{{cite web|title=Dato' Siti Nurhaliza live in Singapore – 3.5/5|url=http://www.todayonline.com/entertainment/dato-siti-nurhaliza-live-singapore-355|author=Naadiah Bte Mohamad Munir Badib|date=14 April 2014|work=Today|access-date = 10 June 2014}}{{cite web|title=Siti gets cheeky |url=http://news.asiaone.com/news/showbiz/siti-gets-cheeky?page=0%2C0|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140714234345/http://news.asiaone.com/news/showbiz/siti-gets-cheeky?page=0%2C0|url-status=dead|archive-date=14 July 2014|author=Juliane June Rasul|date=16 April 2014|work=The New Paper|access-date = 10 June 2014}} One of the reviewers praised her ability to sound "flawless" while both singing and dancing at the same time.
In April, she was honoured by the Malaysia Book of Records as one of the recipients of "Icon of Malaysia".{{cite web|title=High achievers receive MBR Award 2014 from Najib|url=http://english.astroawani.com/news/show/high-achievers-receive-mbr-award-2014-from-najib-35013|author=Astro Awani Staff|date=1 May 2014|work=Astro Awani|access-date = 1 June 2014}}{{cite web|title=Prime Minister pays tribute to record holders at Malaysia Book of Records event |url=http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2014/04/30/Malaysia-Book-of-Records-event/|author=Allan Koay and Hemananthani Sivanandam|date=30 April 2014|work=The Star| access-date = 11 June 2014}} The same award was also conferred to other Malaysians who have achieved success in their respective fields – Dato' Jimmy Choo, Datuk Dr. Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor and Tan Sri Tony Fernandes.
On 30 June, she released her sixteenth solo album, Fragmen which was certified as Platinum, after more than 10,000 copies were shipped in less than two months.{{cite web|title=Hikmah sebalik musibah |url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/131224411?pos=1&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1409163764%3Aresultset |language=ms |author=Farihad Shalla Mahmud |date=27 August 2014 |work=Berita Minggu |access-date=28 August 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140903103503/http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/131224411?pos=1&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww%2Fcross-search%2Fsearch.php%3A_1409163764%3Aresultset |archive-date=3 September 2014 }} Two months later, on 17 October, Siti won two awards from 2014 Anugerah Planet Muzik in the category of Best Female Artiste and Best Song (Malaysia) for "Lebih Indah".{{cite web|title=APM 2014: Siti Nurhaliza dinobat Penyanyi Wanita Terbaik|url=http://www.astroawani.com/news/show/apm-2014-siti-nurhaliza-dinobat-penyanyi-wanita-terbaik-46442|language=ms|author=Astro Awani Staff|date=18 October 2014|work=Astro Awani|access-date= 30 November 2014}} On 21 October, the Indonesian version of Fragmen was officially launched and released at Artotel, Central Jakarta with an additional track, a duet with Cakra Khan, "Seluruh Cinta".{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Rilis Album di Indonesia|url=http://hiburan.metrotvnews.com/read/2014/10/22/308419/siti-nurhaliza-rilis-album-di-indonesia|language=id|author=Agustinus Shindu Alpito|work=MetroTV|access-date=1 December 2014|archive-date=16 October 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181016081254/http://hiburan.metrotvnews.com/read/2014/10/22/308419/siti-nurhaliza-rilis-album-di-indonesia|url-status=dead}} She also embarked on a 5-day promotional trip to Indonesia, where she participated in various Indonesian entertainment programs including on MNCTV,{{cite AV media|date=20 October 2014|people=Hannie Susanti (Producer) & Gerryndra Danurwendo (Producer)|title=Persembahan Cinta 23|medium=Motion Picture|language=id|publisher=MNCTV|location=Indonesia}} RCTI,{{cite AV media|date=21 October 2014|people=Armen E. Basauli (Producer)|title=dahSyat|medium=Motion Picture|language=id|publisher=RCTI|location=Indonesia}} Global TV,{{cite AV media|date=22 October 2014|people=Pramudito Joedojo (Producer)|title=Persembahan Cinta 23|medium=Motion Picture|language=id|publisher=Global TV|location=Indonesia}} NET.{{cite AV media|date=1 November 2014|people=Wishnutama (Director)|title=Sarah Sechan|medium=Motion Picture|language=id|publisher=NET.|location=Indonesia}} and SCTV.{{cite AV media|date=21 October 2014|people=Dini Putri (Director), Tiruma Imelda (Producer) & Jahja I. Rianto (Executive Producer)|title=Inbox|medium=Motion Picture|language=id|publisher=SCTV|location=Indonesia}}
In November she won three different awards — "National Icon" from Inaugural Malaysia Women of Excellence Awards 2014 on 10 November,{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza terima dua anugerah|url=http://www.bharian.com.my/node/16916|language=ms|author=Zaidi Mohamad|date=11 November 2014|work=Berita Harian|access-date= 30 November 2014}}{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza talks about album sales, AIM nominations and her 20 years in show business|url=http://www.thestar.com.my/Lifestyle/People/2014/11/20/Catching-up-with-Siti-Nurhaliza/|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141120141841/http://www.thestar.com.my/Lifestyle/People/2014/11/20/Catching-up-with-Siti-Nurhaliza/|url-status=dead|archive-date=20 November 2014|author=Kenneth Shaw|date=20 November 2014|work=The Star|access-date=20 November 2014}} "Jewel of Muslim World" award from the Jewels of Muslim World Awards 2014 on 11 November and "Asian Music Legend" award from 2014 Top Asia Corporate Ball on 22 November.{{cite web|title=Malaysia Bolot 2 Anugerah Pada Top Asia Corporate Ball 2014|url=http://www.bernama.com/bernama/v7/bm/bu/newsbusiness.php?id=1088702|language=ms|author=Bernama Staff|date=26 November 2014|work=Bernama|access-date= 30 November 2014}} On 6 December, she won three awards out of eight nominations that she received from 2014 Anugerah Industri Muzik in the category of Best Album Recording for the album Konsert Lentera Timur (Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Bersama Orkestra Tradisional Malaysia), Best Vocal Performance in a Song (Female) for "Lebih Indah" and Best Album for Fragmen.{{cite news|last1=Norimy Aimi |title=Datuk Siti Nurhaliza Kuasai AIM 21 |language=ms |url=http://www.manggaonline.com.my/datuk-siti-nurhaliza-kuasai-aim-21/ |access-date=6 December 2014 |work=Mangga Online |publisher=Utusan Karya Sdn Bhd |date=7 December 2014 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141209153008/http://www.manggaonline.com.my/datuk-siti-nurhaliza-kuasai-aim-21/ |archive-date=9 December 2014 }} Her winning for "Lebih Indah" marked the twelfth time she wins the category since she joined the Malaysian music industry.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Rangkul Vokal Terbaik AIM Buat Kali Ke-12|url=http://www.rotikaya.com/siti-nurhaliza-terima-anugerah-vokal-terbaik-aim-buat-kali-ke-12/|language=ms|author=RotiKaya Staff|date=7 December 2014|work=RotiKaya.com|access-date = 8 December 2014}}
On 18 December, she is one of the recipients of Anugerah Srikandi Negara from Peninsular Malay Students Federation (GPMS).{{cite web|title=Siti Hasmah honoured by students group she helped found in 1948|url=http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2014/12/18/Siti-Hasmah-receives-Srikandi-negara-award/|author=P. Aruna|date=18 December 2014|work=The Star| access-date = 29 December 2014}} Less than a week later, on 24 December, she was announced as the winner for three awards from 2014 World Music Awards – World's Best Female Malay Artist, World's Best Malay Live Act and World's Best Malay Entertainer.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza, Winner of the World's Best Malay Female Artist Award, Best Malay Live Act & Best Malay Entertainer|url=https://www.facebook.com/worldmusicawards/photos/a.641191275961989.1073741848.305202169560903/744081459006303/?type=1&theater |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/facebook/305202169560903/744081459006303 |archive-date=2022-02-26 |url-access=limited|author=World Music Awards' Admin|website = Facebook|date=24 December 2014|access-date = 29 December 2014}}{{cbignore}}
=''Unplugged'' and Satu Suara, Vol. 2 concerts (2015)=
File:Siti Nurhaliza - Mahligai Permata & Ya Maulai (Anugerah MeleTOP ERA 2015).webm
On New Year's Eve 2014, Siti was in Singapore as a guest artist for the countdown of Celebrate SG50, which marked Singapore's 50 years of independence.{{cite web|title=BigBang start to new year at Celebrate SG50 countdown party|url=http://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/bigbang-start-to-new-year-at-celebrate-sg50-countdown-party|author=Rebecca Lynne Tan|date= 2 January 2015|work=Straits Times|access-date = 1 January 2016}} 2015 marked her twentieth year in the Malaysian entertainment industry since she won 1995 RTM Bintang HMI singing competition.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza selepas dua dasawarsa|trans-title=Siti Nurhaliza after 2 Decades|url=http://kosmo.com.my/kosmo/content.asp?y=2015&dt=0329&pub=Kosmo&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_01.htm|language=ms|author=Najiy Jefri|date= 29 March 2015|work=Kosmo!|access-date = 1 January 2016}} To celebrate the anniversary, a special one night only acoustic concert was planned and organized on 7 April 2015 at Istana Budaya. Titled Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Unplugged 2015, tickets for the concert sold out days before the concert date and her vocal performances and overall concert received positive reviews from critics.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza terus lengkapkan portfolio (Siti Nurhaliza Continues Completing Portfolio)|url=http://bm.therakyatpost.com/buzz/2015/04/08/siti-nurhaliza-terus-lengkapkan-portfolio/|language=ms|author=Shazryn Mohd Faizal|date=8 April 2015|work=The Rakyat Post|access-date=1 January 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150626135003/http://bm.therakyatpost.com/buzz/2015/04/08/siti-nurhaliza-terus-lengkapkan-portfolio/|archive-date=26 June 2015|url-status=dead}}{{cite web|title=Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Semakin Petah Berjenaka Di Pentas (Dato' Siti Nurhaliza is Getting Better to Banter on Stage)|url=http://www.murai.com.my/reviu/pentas/article/articleid/661317/dato-siti-nurhaliza-semakin-petah-berjenaka-di-pentas|language=ms|author=Murai Staff|date=9 April 2015|work=Murai.com.my|access-date=1 January 2016|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150711232127/http://www.murai.com.my/reviu/pentas/article/articleid/661317/dato-siti-nurhaliza-semakin-petah-berjenaka-di-pentas|archive-date=11 July 2015}} Present in the concert were people who have helped her throughout the years including her former mentor, Adnan Abu Hassan and former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Dedah Kisah Lalu Dalam Konsert Unplugged 2015 (Siti Nurhaliza Revealed Past Experiences in "Konsert Unplugged 2015")|url=http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/berita-hiburan/2015/04/08/siti-nurhaliza-konsert/|language=ms|author=Kemalia Othman|date=8 April 2015|work=mStar|access-date = 1 January 2016}} Two months later, the concert was released in multiple formats including CD and DVD{{cite web|title=Album 'Unplugged' beri signifikan tersendiri buat Siti Nurhaliza|trans-title=The 'Unplugged' album has its own significant to Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://bm.therakyatpost.com/buzz/2015/07/02/album-unplugged-beri-signifikan-tersendiri-buat-siti-nurhaliza/|language=ms|author=Shazryn Mohd Faizal|date=2 July 2015|work=The Rakyat Post|access-date=1 January 2016|archive-date=12 July 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150712054250/http://bm.therakyatpost.com/buzz/2015/07/02/album-unplugged-beri-signifikan-tersendiri-buat-siti-nurhaliza/|url-status=dead}} with three additional tracks accompanying the CD release of the Unplugged album. In conjunction with her twentieth year in the industry, a special tribute song was gifted to her by Era FM and Raku (a radio station subsidiary of Astro).{{cite web|title=Inspirasi hadiah terbaik untuk Siti|trans-title="Inspirasi" as the best gift for Siti|url=http://www.hmetro.com.my/node/72007|language=ms|author=Nor Akmar Samudin|date=21 August 2015|work=Harian Metro|access-date = 2 January 2016}} Titled "Inspirasi" (Inspiration), it was composed by Faizal Tahir and sung by him and Hafiz Suip.
File:Siti Nurhaliza - Siti Nurhaliza Komen Desas-Desus Kehamilan.webm and her pregnancy rumours.]]
In August, she recorded and performed "Nenjae Ezhu", a song composed by A. R. Rahman – her first Tamil song for the opening performance of International Superstar 2015, an international Indian singing competition.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza records Tamil song composed by AR Rahman (VIDEO)|url=http://www.themalaymailonline.com/showbiz/article/siti-records-tamil-song-composed-by-ar-rahman-video|author=Malay Mail Staff|date=5 August 2015|work=Malay Mail|access-date = 2 January 2016}} In October, Siti was inducted in the 2016 edition of The 500 Most Influential Muslims.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza named among 500 most influential Muslims|url=http://www.thestar.com.my/news/in-other-media/2015/10/05/siti-nurhaliza-500-most-influential-muslims/|author=The Star Staff|date=21 August 2015|work=The Star|access-date = 2 January 2016}} In the same month in Singapore, she shared an award with Cakra Khan from Indonesia in the category of Best Collaboration (Artiste) for their duet, "Seluruh Cinta" from the 2015 installment of Anugerah Planet Muzik.{{cite web|title=Taufik Batisah Ungguli Anugerah Planet Muzik 2015|trans-title=Taufik Batisah Leads Anugerah Planet Muzik 2015|url=http://www.murai.com.my/berita/tempatan/article/articleid/702683/taufik-batisah-ungguli-anugerah-planet-muzik-2015|language=ms|author=Kamaruddin Razal|date=10 October 2015|work=Murai.com.my|access-date=2 January 2016|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160126102445/http://www.murai.com.my/berita/tempatan/article/articleid/702683/taufik-batisah-ungguli-anugerah-planet-muzik-2015|archive-date=26 January 2016}} In the following month, she embarked on her second concert at Istana Budaya in 2015 on 7 and 8 November with Konsert Satu Suara, Vol. 2.{{cite web|title=Siti, Rossa paling cemerlang di Istana Budaya|trans-title=Siti, Rossa [are] the most successful at Istana Budaya|url=http://www.bharian.com.my/node/109883|language=ms|author=Rozdan Mazalan|date=31 December 2015|work=Berita Harian|access-date = 2 January 2016}} Accompanied by Hetty Koes Endang (Indonesia) and Ramli Sarip (Singapore), the two-day concert was a commercial success, managing to raise more than RM 650,000 from tickets sales alone.
During the two-day concert, rumours of her pregnancy arose.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza hamil?|trans-title=Siti Nurhaliza is pregnant?|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/berita/nasional/siti-nurhaliza-hamil-1.156496|language=ms|author=Tengku Khalidah Tengku Bidin|date=9 November 2015|work=Utusan Malaysia|access-date = 2 January 2016}} While initially refusing to confirm or deny the rumours, she revealed on her personal Instagram account on December 1 that she experienced a miscarriage after two months of pregnancy.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza shares devastating news of miscarriage|url=http://www.star2.com/people/2015/12/01/siti-nurhaliza-shares-devastating-news-of-miscarriage/|author=Kenneth Chaw|date=1 December 2015|work=The Star|access-date=2 January 2016|archive-date=3 February 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160203203948/http://www.star2.com/people/2015/12/01/siti-nurhaliza-shares-devastating-news-of-miscarriage/|url-status=dead}} She wrote, "I don't want to deny the news of my pregnancy as this was a beautiful gift that I have been waiting for a long time...This gift was too new and fragile, I was just waiting for the right time." On the same day, she was announced as one of the top Asian artists in Malaysia on Spotify's annual Year in Music list.{{cite web|title=Ed Sheeran, Jay Chou are Spotify's most streamed artists in Malaysia|url=http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/showbiz/article/ed-sheeran-jay-chou-are-spotifys-most-streamed-artists-in-malaysia#sthash.goxzVryi.dpuf|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151215073415/http://www.themalaysianinsider.com/showbiz/article/ed-sheeran-jay-chou-are-spotifys-most-streamed-artists-in-malaysia#sthash.goxzVryi.dpuf|url-status=dead|archive-date=15 December 2015|author=The Malaysian Insider Staff|date=1 December 2015|work=The Malaysian Insider|access-date=2 January 2016}} That same month, she was invited to Indonesia as a guest judge for the Top 8 of Dangdut Academy Asia (D'Academy Asia),{{cite web|title=Duet Apik Siti Nurhaliza dan Hetty Koes Endang di D'Academy Asia|trans-title=A Great Duet between Siti Nurhaliza and Hetty Koes Endang on D'Academy Asia|url=http://www.bintang.com/music/read/2394751/duet-apik-siti-nurhaliza-dan-hetty-koes-endang-di-dacademy-asia|language=id|author=Putu Elmira|date=21 December 2015|work=Bintang.com|access-date = 2 January 2016}} a Nusantara-wide dangdut singing competition featuring contestants from Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei.{{cite web|title=Memetakan Kekuatan Peserta D' Academy Asia dari 4 Negara|trans-title=Mapping the Strength of D'Academy Asia Contestants|url=http://showbiz.liputan6.com/read/2367792/memetakan-kekuatan-peserta-d-academy-asia-dari-4-negara|language=id|author=Puji Astuti HPS|date=17 November 2015|work=Liputan 6|access-date = 2 January 2016}}
=Return after miscarriage, Dato' Siti Nurhaliza & Friends and new singles (2016)=
File:Siti Nurhaliza Performing Memories - Dato' Siti Nurhaliza & Friends (cropped 2).jpg
2016 was a busy year for Siti as she was involved with a new business line, major concert, and multiple releases of new music. In January 2016, she returned to Indonesia as she celebrated her 37th birthday on the same day as she performed for Indonesian television station Indosiar's 21st anniversary, Konser Raya 21 Indosiar Untuk Indonesia.{{cite web|title=Ultah ke 37, Siti Nurhaliza Ingin Tetap Dicintai|trans-title=37th Birthday, Siti Nurhaliza still wants to be loved|url=https://www.liputan6.com/showbiz/read/2409978/ultah-ke-37-siti-nurhaliza-ingin-tetap-dicintai|language=id|author=Fachrur Rozie|date=12 January 2016|work=Liputan 6|access-date=27 April 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190427151021/https://www.liputan6.com/showbiz/read/2409978/ultah-ke-37-siti-nurhaliza-ingin-tetap-dicintai|archive-date=27 April 2019}}{{cite web|title=Iyeth Bustami dan Dato Siti Nurhaliza Pukau Penonton HUT Indosiar|trans-title=Iyeth Bustami and Dato Siti Nurhaliza spellbound viewers of Indosiar's anniversary [concert]|url=http://poskotanews.com/2016/01/12/iyeth-bustami-dan-dato-siti-nurhaliza-pukau-penonton-hut-indosiar/|language=id|author=Pos Kota Staff|date=12 January 2016|work=Pos Kota|access-date=27 April 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190427151532/http://poskotanews.com/2016/01/12/iyeth-bustami-dan-dato-siti-nurhaliza-pukau-penonton-hut-indosiar/|archive-date=27 April 2019}} In March, after the success of Simplysiti, her own cosmetics and skincare line, she debuted the release of her own ready-to-wear fashion line for women, Creación by Siti Nurhaliza.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza launches ready-to-wear clothing line|url=https://www.thestar.com.my/metro/community/2016/03/18/modest-yet-fashionable-siti-nurhaliza-launches-her-first-readytowear-clothing-line/|author=Farah Fazanna|date=18 March 2016|work=The Star|access-date=27 April 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190427155832/https://www.thestar.com.my/metro/community/2016/03/18/modest-yet-fashionable-siti-nurhaliza-launches-her-first-readytowear-clothing-line/|archive-date=27 April 2019}}{{cite web|title='Creacion' Jenama Pakaian Keluaran Datuk Siti Nurhaliza|trans-title=‘Creacion’ is Siti Nurhaliza's own clothing line|url=https://www.mynewshub.tv/utama-sensasi/creacion-jenama-pakaian-keluaran-datuk-siti-nurhaliza/|language=ms|author=MyNewsHub Staff|date=10 March 2016|work=MyNewsHub.tv|access-date=27 April 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190427153848/https://www.mynewshub.tv/utama-sensasi/creacion-jenama-pakaian-keluaran-datuk-siti-nurhaliza/|archive-date=27 April 2019}} In collaboration with Malaysian hijab brand Ariani and Malaysian textile company Jakel, she was involved heavily with the concept and design of the fashion line. On 2 April, she staged a one-night only Dato' Siti Nurhaliza & Friends Concert at Stadium Negara.{{cite web|title=Siti at her best|url=http://www.thesundaily.my/news/1752253|author=Bissme S.|date=6 April 2016|work=The Sun|access-date = 28 April 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20160504151509/http://www.thesundaily.my/news/1752253|archive-date=4 May 2016}} Sponsored by Yonder Music and Celcom,{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza To Perform At Special Concert Before Going On Long Break|url=http://www.bernama.com/bernama/v8/ge/newsgeneral.php?id=1221385|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160306152652/http://www.bernama.com/bernama/v8/ge/newsgeneral.php?id=1221385|archive-date=6 March 2016|author=Bernama Staff Writer|date=2 March 2016|work=Bernama|access-date=28 April 2019}} the highly successful concert was attended by more than 7,000 people. Exclusive for the concert, she also debuted her digital duet "Memories" with American artist Whitney Houston. Throughout the entire two-hour concert, she sang over 20 songs and she was accompanied by both Malaysian and Indonesian guest artists including Anggun, Afgansyah Reza, Jaclyn Victor, and Faizal Tahir. Overall, Dato Siti Nurhaliza & Friends Concert received positive reviews and feedback from critics and concert reviewers.{{cite web|title=Ekspresi cinta Siti Nurhaliza|trans-title=Siti Nurhaliza's expression of love|url=http://www.sinarharian.com.my/hiburan/ekspresi-cinta-siti-nurhaliza-1.505559|language=ms|author=Haslina Kamaluddin|date=3 April 2016|work=Sinar Harian|access-date=13 August 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20160504151550/http://www.sinarharian.com.my/hiburan/ekspresi-cinta-siti-nurhaliza-1.505559|archive-date=4 May 2016}}{{cite web|title=Memukau, Konsert Lima Bintang Siti Nurhaliza Sebelum Berehat Panjang|trans-title=Impressive, Siti Nurhaliza's five-star concert before taking a long break|url=http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/berita-hiburan/2016/04/03/konsert-siti-friends/|language=ms|author=Jemang Rahman|date=3 April 2016|work=mStar|access-date=13 August 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20160504151513/http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/berita-hiburan/2016/04/03/konsert-siti-friends/|archive-date=4 May 2016}}
On 20 June, she released "Hari Kemenangan", a special single for Eid al-Fitr, after her last in 2006.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza keluarkan lagu Hari Raya baru, yang pertama dalam 10 tahun|trans-title=Siti Nurhaliza releases new Eid al-Fitr song, the first in 10 years|url=http://berita.mediacorp.sg/mobilem/entertainment/siti-nurhaliza-keluarkan/2892894.html|language=ms|author=Nurul Dayana Simangoon|date=21 May 2016|work=Berita Mediacorp|access-date=13 August 2016|archive-url=https://archive.today/20160729002659/http://berita.mediacorp.sg/mobilem/entertainment/siti-nurhaliza-keluarkan/2892894.html|archive-date=29 July 2016}} On 12 August, "Dirgahayu" her duet with one of the famous male singer in Malaysia, Faizal Tahir was released.{{cite web|url=https://music.apple.com/my/album/dirgahayu-single/1141036328|title=Dirgahayu – Single|publisher=iTunes Store (MY). Apple|date=12 August 2016|access-date=13 August 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190812182110/https://music.apple.com/my/album/dirgahayu-single/1141036328|archive-date=12 August 2019}} The song serves as the theme song for Lara Aishah, a 100-episode Malaysian adaptation of Mexican telenovela, La Loba.{{cite web|title='Lara Aishah' Adaptasi Telenovela Popular Mexico 'La Loba'|trans-title='Lara Aishah' is an adaptation of popular Mexican telenovela,'La Loba'|date=30 August 2016|language=ms|author=Muhammad Zaini Mohd Zin|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160830093736/http://youth.bernama.com/v2/news.php?id=1278112|archive-date=30 August 2016|url=http://youth.bernama.com/v2/news.php?id=1278112|work=Bernama|access-date=7 October 2016|url-status=dead}} On 4 November, the song was included as one of the bonus tracks of Faizal Tahir's fourth solo album, Anatomi.{{cite web|title=Faizal Tahir tiada niat cetus kontroversi kulit album baharu|trans-title=Faizal Tahir has no intention to create a controversy with his latest album cover|url=http://www.bhplus.com.my/node/209786|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161109015848/http://www.bharian.com.my/node/209786|archive-date=9 November 2016|language=ms|author=Nur Syazwana Mansor|date=6 November 2016|work=Berita Harian|access-date=9 November 2016|url-status=dead}} Its music video premiered as the backdrop during their live performance of the song at the 22nd Anugerah Muzik Industri Muzik.{{cite web|title=Kejayaan Anatomi lonjak semangat Faizal Tahir|trans-title=Anatomi's success lifts Faizal Tahir's spirit|url=http://www.bharian.com.my/node/225009|language=ms|author=Farihad Shalla Mahmud|date=18 December 2016|work=Berita Harian|access-date=13 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161218073135/https://www.bharian.com.my/node/225009|archive-date=18 December 2016}} During the 22nd Anugerah Industri Muzik on 18 December, she was the most nominated artist of the event with seven nominations in six categories.{{cite web|title=(Showbiz) Siti Nurhaliza reigns supreme at AIM nominations|url=http://www2.nst.com.my/news/2016/10/180148/showbiz-siti-nurhaliza-reigns-supreme-aim-nominations|author=Bibi Nurshuhada Ramli|date=13 October 2016|work=New Straits Times|access-date=13 August 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190813141555/http://www2.nst.com.my/news/2016/10/180148/showbiz-siti-nurhaliza-reigns-supreme-aim-nominations|archive-date=13 August 2019}} She was 22nd Anugerah Industri Muzik's biggest winner and her live album Unplugged and its singles enabled her to win several major categories including her first Best Nasyid Song with "Mikraj Cinta" and the fan-voted Choice Malaysia Singer.{{cite web|title=Siti rules AIM22|url=https://www.nst.com.my/news/2016/12/199000/siti-rules-aim-22|author=Loong Wai Ting|date=23 December 2016|work=New Straits Times|access-date=14 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161224105705/https://www.nst.com.my/news/2016/12/199000/siti-rules-aim-22|archive-date=24 December 2016}}{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza is unbeatable at AIM|url=https://www.star2.com/entertainment/2016/12/20/siti-nurhaliza-is-unbeatable-at-aim/|author=Kenneth Chaw|date=20 December 2016|work=Star2|access-date=13 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190813144329/https://www.star2.com/entertainment/2016/12/20/siti-nurhaliza-is-unbeatable-at-aim/|archive-date=13 August 2019}} A single that was recorded as a tribute to her late father, "Menatap dalam Mimpi" won Best Musical Arrangement in a Song and her thirteenth Best Vocal Performance in a Song (Female). She also won her seventh Best Album with Unplugged.
After receiving more than 300 songs submissions for her to shortlist and include in her new album since November 2016,{{cite web|title=Siti terima 300 lagu daripada komposer lama, baharu|trans-title=Siti receives more than 300 Songs from old and new composers|url=http://www.bharian.com.my/node/216775|language=ms|author=Farihad Shalla Mahmud|date=25 November 2016|work=Berita Harian|access-date=16 August 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20170510091051/http://www.bharian.com.my/node/216775|archive-date=10 May 2017|url-status=dead}} SimetriSiti, her seventeenth solo album was released on 10 May 2017.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza sasar AIM|trans-title=Siti Nurhaliza aims for AIM|url=http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/berita-hiburan/2017/05/06/siti-nurhaliza-sasar-aim/|language=ms|author=Mohd Al Qayum Azizi|date=6 May 2017|work=mStar|access-date=16 August 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20170513161741/http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/berita-hiburan/2017/05/06/siti-nurhaliza-sasar-aim/|archive-date=13 May 2017|url-status=dead}} Citing an estimate cost of RM100,000 to produce,{{cite web|title=Siti gementar|trans-title=Siti is nervous|url=https://www.hmetro.com.my/rap/2017/05/230572/siti-gementar|language=ms|author=Sudirman Mohd Tahir|date=28 April 2017|work=Harian Metro|access-date=16 August 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20170520191535/https://www.hmetro.com.my/rap/2017/05/230572/siti-gementar|archive-date=20 May 2017|url-status=dead}} the 10-track album featured collaborations with Malaysia rapper Joe Flizzow and Indonesian singer Judika.
= First pregnancy, "Anta Permana", Asian tour and ''ManifestaSITI2020'' (2017–2020) =
On 13 October, she revealed that she was four months pregnant with her first child at the age of 38 after 11 years of marriage.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza hamil empat bulan|trans-title=Siti is 4-month pregnant|url=https://www.bharian.com.my/hiburan/selebriti/2017/10/337011/siti-nurhaliza-hamil-empat-bulan|language=ms|author=Farihad Shalla Mahmud and Zaidi Mohamad|date=13 October 2017|work=Berita Harian|access-date=16 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171014050048/https://www.bharian.com.my/hiburan/selebriti/2017/10/337011/siti-nurhaliza-hamil-empat-bulan|archive-date=14 October 2017}} A day later, on 14 October, "Dirgahayu" was awarded Best Duo/Group from 2017 Anugerah Planet Muzik in Singapore.{{cite web|title=Senarai Pemenang Anugerah Planet Muzik 2017, Tahniah Kepada Semua Pemenang!|trans-title=List of 2017 Anugerah Planet Muzik winners, congratulations to all winners!|url=http://www.gempak.com/artikel/6968/senarai-pemenang-anugerah-planet-muzik-2017-tahniah-kepada-semua-pemenang|language=ms|author=Fiza Kamaruddin|date=15 October 2017|work=Gempak|access-date=17 August 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190816180207/http://www.gempak.com/artikel/6968/senarai-pemenang-anugerah-planet-muzik-2017-tahniah-kepada-semua-pemenang|archive-date=16 August 2019}} On 24 October, she was conferred by Sultan Ahmad Shah of Pahang the "Darjah Kebesaran Sri Sultan Ahmad Shah Pahang" (SSAP) and would be addressed with the honorific title of "Dato' Sri" henceforth.{{Cite news|title=It's Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza now|url=https://www.msn.com/en-my/entertainment/celebrity/its-datuk-seri-siti-nurhaliza-now/ar-AAtY8my|author=Joash Ee Dee Silva|date=28 October 2017|work=The Star|publisher=MSN|access-date=28 October 2017|archive-url=https://archive.today/20171028110102/https://www.msn.com/en-my/entertainment/celebrity/its-datuk-seri-siti-nurhaliza-now/ar-AAtY8my|archive-date=28 October 2017}} In November 2017, she was included in The 500 Most Influential Muslims for the third year in a row.{{citation needed|date=September 2020}} In December, she was named Most Streamed Local Artiste in Malaysia by Spotify.{{cite web|title=Malaysians love Siti Nurhaliza and Ed Sheeran, according to Spotify|url=http://www.star2.com/entertainment/2017/12/07/malaysians-love-siti-nurhaliza-and-ed-sheeran/|author=Gordon Kho|date=7 December 2017|work=Star2|access-date=2 September 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171209023225/http://www.star2.com/entertainment/2017/12/07/malaysians-love-siti-nurhaliza-and-ed-sheeran/|archive-date=9 December 2017}}
File:Siti Nurhaliza - Majlis Ulangtahun Sitizoners Ke-14 (2018).png
In 2018, Siti returned to the music industry after a brief hiatus to focus on her pregnancy.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Kembali Aktif Selepas Bayi 6 Bulan|trans-title=Siti Nurhaliza will be more active when [her] baby is 6 months old|url=https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2017/12/23/siti-aktif|language=ms|author=Kemalia Othman|date=23 December 2017|work=mStar|access-date=17 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190816190224/https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2017/12/23/siti-aktif|archive-date=16 August 2019}} On 5 March 2018, in anticipation of the birth of her first child, she released the single, "Comel Pipi Merah".{{cite web|title=Doa beri Siti kekuatan|trans-title=Prayers give Siti strength|url=https://www.hmetro.com.my/utama/2018/03/319311/doa-beri-siti-kekuatan|language=ms|author=Harian Metro Staff|date=8 March 2017|work=Harian Metro|access-date=17 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180308013302/https://www.hmetro.com.my/utama/2018/03/319311/doa-beri-siti-kekuatan|archive-date=8 March 2018}} On 10 March, Malaysian animation concert Hora Horey Didi & Friends was released.{{cite web|title=Konsert 'Hora Horey Didi & Friends' di pawagam bermula 10 Mac|trans-title="Hora Horey Didi & Friends" concert in cinemas starting 10 March|url=http://www.astroawani.com/berita-hiburan/konsert-hora-horey-didi-friends-di-pawagam-bermula-10-mac-169302|language=ms|author=Rahimah Abdullah|date=28 February 2018|work=Gempak|access-date=17 August 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20180508143713/http://www.astroawani.com/berita-hiburan/konsert-hora-horey-didi-friends-di-pawagam-bermula-10-mac-169302|archive-date=8 May 2018}} It featured Siti playing new character "Mak Iti" who also sung "Oh Nana", a new song recorded by Siti for the animation.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Nyanyi Lagu Didi & Friends Pun Sedap... – Nantikan Animasi Didi & Friends Di Pawagam Mac 2018!|trans-title=Siti Nurhaliza, even singing Didi & Friends song is nice... - Stay Tuned for Didi & Friends animation in cinemas in March 2018|url=http://www.gempak.com/artikel/6975/siti-nurhaliza-nyanyi-lagu-didi-friends-pun-sedap-nantikan-animasi-didi-friends-di-pawagam-mac-2018|language=ms|author=Fiza Kamarudin|date=15 October 2017|work=Gempak|access-date=18 September 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190917161538/http://www.gempak.com/artikel/6975/siti-nurhaliza-nyanyi-lagu-didi-friends-pun-sedap-nantikan-animasi-didi-friends-di-pawagam-mac-2018|archive-date=17 September 2019}} On 19 March, she gave birth to her first child, a daughter, through caesarean section.{{cite web|title=Siti bakal lahir anak secara pembedahan|trans-title=Siti will give birth through surgery|url=https://www.bharian.com.my/hiburan/selebriti/2018/03/396014/siti-bakal-lahir-anak-secara-pembedahan|language=ms|author=Farihad Shalla Mahmud|date=5 March 2017|work=Berita Harian|access-date=17 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180305133902/https://www.bharian.com.my/hiburan/selebriti/2018/03/396014/siti-bakal-lahir-anak-secara-pembedahan|archive-date=5 March 2018}} Her daughter was temporarily named Fatimah Az-Zahra, after the daughter of Islamic prophet Muhammad.{{cite web|title=Siti Aafiyah, 'Segala Yang Baik' Ilham Nama Puteri Siti Nurhaliza Dari Makkah|trans-title=Siti Aafiyah, "Everything that is Good" [is the] name inspiration of Siti Nurhaliza's princess from Mecca|url=https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2018/03/25/aafiah-anak-siti|language=ms|author=Kemalia Othman|date=25 March 2018|work=mStar|access-date=17 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190816193553/https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2018/03/25/aafiah-anak-siti|archive-date=16 August 2019}} and on 25 March, her daughter was officially named Siti Aafiyah, meaning to be safe and good in everything, during aqiqah and tahnik ceremonies at her home.{{Cite news |title=Siti Nurhaliza Reveals Daughter's Name |url=https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/entertainment/malaysian-pop-diva-siti-nurhaliza-reveals-babys-name |work=Straits Times}} After few months of professional break, she released a new duet single with Malaysian singer Khai Bahar in June 2018.{{cite web|title=Duet perdana Siti Nurhaliza, Khai Bahar|trans-title=Siti Nurhaliza and Khai Bahar's big duet|url=https://www.kosmo.com.my/hiburan/duet-perdana-siti-nurhaliza-khai-bahar-1.687751|language=ms|author=Faisol Mustafa|date=8 June 2018|work=Kosmo!|access-date=24 August 2018|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190824145441/https://www.kosmo.com.my/hiburan/duet-perdana-siti-nurhaliza-khai-bahar-1.687751|archive-date=24 August 2019}} A rerecorded version of "Comel Pipi Merah", "Cinta Syurga" is a slow song with added elements of Islamic zikir. Both versions of the songs were commercially successful. "Comel Pipi Merah" and "Cinta Syurga" were later certified four times platinum and gold respectively.{{cite web|title=Siti teruja bawa Aafiyah tunai umrah|trans-title=Siti is excited to bring Aafiyah for Umrah|url=https://www.kosmo.com.my/hiburan/siti-teruja-bawa-aafiyah-tunai-umrah-1.906066|language=ms|author=Nor Eryani Yusup|date=23 May 2019|work=Kosmo!|access-date=2 September 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190902155100/https://www.kosmo.com.my/hiburan/siti-teruja-bawa-aafiyah-tunai-umrah-1.906066|archive-date=2 September 2019}}
In late July, she revealed that she was chosen alongside Faizal Tahir as regular judges for the inaugural season of Big Stage, a singing competition for rising new Malaysian singers.{{Cite web|title=Siti, Faizal janji tak garang|trans-title=Siti and Faizal promise not to be fierce|url=https://www.bharian.com.my/hiburan/selebriti/2018/07/453559/siti-faizal-janji-tak-garang|author=Syarrizuan Abdul Rashid and Muhamad Fairoz Azizan|language=ms|date=25 July 2018|work=Berita Harian|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190101201931/http://www2.bharian.com.my:80/hiburan/selebriti/2018/07/453559/siti-faizal-janji-tak-garang|archive-date=1 January 2019}} Few days earlier, she was reported to be working on a new single that was written by Malaysian singer Hael Husaini for September 2018 release.{{cite web|title="Sekali dengar terus suka" - Siti Nurhaliza rakam lagu Hael|trans-title="Heard [the song] once and [I] like [it]" - Siti Nurhaliza records Hael's song|url=https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2018/07/22/siti-hael-husaini|language=ms|author=Mohd Al Qayum Azizi|date=22 July 2018|work=mStar|access-date=25 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190824154707/https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2018/07/22/siti-hael-husaini|archive-date=24 August 2019}} On 21 September, she released "Anta Permana".{{cite web|title='Anta Permana' usaha Siti Nurhaliza kembalikan perkataan Melayu klasik|trans-title="Anta Permana" is Siti Nurhaliza's effort to revive classical Malay words|url=https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2018/09/21/siti-ana-permana|language=ms|author=Mohd Al Qayum Azizi|date=21 September 2018|work=mStar|access-date=25 August 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190824163040/https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2018/09/21/siti-ana-permana|archive-date=24 August 2019}} A single with both modern and classical elements, "Anta Permana" was well-received and was certified 11 times platinum in less than a year of its release.{{cite web|title=Siti raih 11 platinum untuk Anta Permana|trans-title=Siti received 11 Platinum for "Anta Permana"|url=https://www.kosmo.com.my/hiburan/siti-raih-11-platinum-untuk-anta-permana-1.903814|language=ms|author=Nor Eryani Yusup|date=19 May 2019|work=Kosmo!|access-date=25 August 2018|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190824162943/https://www.kosmo.com.my/hiburan/siti-raih-11-platinum-untuk-anta-permana-1.903814|archive-date=24 August 2019}} On 28 September, her duet with Indonesian singer Judika "Kisah Ku Inginkan" from SimetriSiti won Best Collaboration (Artiste) from the 2018 Anugerah Planet Muzik in Singapore.{{cite news|title=Indonesian singers Judika, Rossa and more win big at awards show Anugerah Planet Muzik|url=https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/entertainment/indonesian-singers-judika-rossa-and-more-win-big-at-awards-show-anugerah|author=Eddino Abdul Hadi|date=29 September 2018|work=The Straits Times|access-date=2 September 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190901165226/https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/entertainment/indonesian-singers-judika-rossa-and-more-win-big-at-awards-show-anugerah|archive-date=1 September 2019}} She returned to Japan on 4 October to represent Malaysia at the second ASEAN-Japan Music Festival.{{cite web|title=Sarah Geronimo meets other Asian superstars for ASEAN-Japan Music Festival|url=https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2018/10/04/1857220/sarah-geronimo-meets-other-asian-superstars-asean-japan-music-festival|author=Jan Milo Severo|date=4 October 2018|work=The Philippine Star|access-date=2 September 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190901172526/https://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2018/10/04/1857220/sarah-geronimo-meets-other-asian-superstars-asean-japan-music-festival|archive-date=1 September 2019}} This was also her second appearance for the music festival after representing Malaysia for the same event in 2013.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza To Represent Malaysia At ASEAN Music Festival in Tokyo|url=https://hype.my/2018/155370/siti-nurhaliza-to-represent-malaysia-at-asean-music-festival-in-tokyo/|author=Annie May|date=1 September 2018|work=Hype.my|access-date=2 September 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190901171127/https://hype.my/2018/155370/siti-nurhaliza-to-represent-malaysia-at-asean-music-festival-in-tokyo/|archive-date=1 September 2019}} She was listed in The 500 Most Influential Muslims for the fourth year running in the same month.{{cite web|title=2 Hijabers Indonesia Masuk Daftar 500 Muslim Paling Berpengaruh di Dunia|trans-title=Two Indonesian hijabis included in list of the 500 most influential muslims in the world|url=https://wolipop.detik.com/hijab-update/d-4270682/2-hijabers-indonesia-masuk-daftar-500-muslim-paling-berpengaruh-di-dunia|language=id|author=Silmia Putri|date=24 October 2018|work=detik.com|access-date=2 September 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190902132503/https://wolipop.detik.com/hijab-update/d-4270682/2-hijabers-indonesia-masuk-daftar-500-muslim-paling-berpengaruh-di-dunia|archive-date=2 September 2019}}{{cite web|title=Siti terima anugerah ikon pelancongan, Muslim paling berpengaruh|trans-title=Siti received tourism icon award, most influential muslim|url=https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/bahasa/2018/11/02/siti-terima-enugerah-ikon-pelancongan-muslim-paling-berpengaruh/|language=ms|author=FMT Reporters|date=2 November 2018|work=Free Malaysia Today|access-date=2 September 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190902131845/https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/bahasa/2018/11/02/siti-terima-enugerah-ikon-pelancongan-muslim-paling-berpengaruh/|archive-date=2 September 2019}} In early December, she was named Most Streamed Local Artistes in Malaysia by Spofity for second year in a row.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza & BTS are Malaysians' favourites on Spotify|url=https://www.star2.com/entertainment/2018/12/05/siti-nurhaliza-bts-malaysia-spotify/|author=Gordon Kho|date=5 December 2018|work=Star2|access-date=2 September 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190902125859/https://www.star2.com/entertainment/2018/12/05/siti-nurhaliza-bts-malaysia-spotify/|archive-date=2 September 2019}}
File:Siti Nurhaliza - Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza On Tour.jpg on 16 March 2019.]]
Meanwhile, 2019 continued to be a busy year for Siti as she was involved with local and international solo concerts, expansion of her cosmetics business, and multiple releases of new songs. Her live appearance on Malaysian television shopping program Go Shop on 6 January as spokesperson for cookware company Vantage set a new sale record for the program.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Catat Jualan 7 Kali Ganda Sasaran Awal Go Shop!|trans-title=Siti Nurhaliza achieved sales sevenfold higher than Go Shop's early target!|url=http://www.gempak.com/artikel/14462/siti-nurhaliza-catat-jualan-7-kali-ganda-sasaran-awal-go-shop|author=Zulaikha Yusof|language=ms|date=8 January 2019|work=Gempak|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190910170144/http://www.gempak.com/artikel/14462/siti-nurhaliza-catat-jualan-7-kali-ganda-sasaran-awal-go-shop|archive-date=10 September 2019|access-date=10 September 2019}} In only two hours, she managed to sell 22,000 units of her special edition cookware etched with her signature for RM369 per unit.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza senyum lebar, cipta rekod penjualan tertinggi Go Shop|trans-title=Siti Nurhaliza is smiling, sets Go Shop's highest sale record|url=https://berita.mediacorp.sg/mobilem/hiburan/siti-nurhaliza-senyum-lebar-cipta-rekod-penjualan-tertinggi-go/4220794.html|language=ms|author=Berita Mediacorp Staff|date=9 January 2019|work=Berita Mediacorp|access-date=11 September 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190910171825/https://berita.mediacorp.sg/mobilem/hiburan/siti-nurhaliza-senyum-lebar-cipta-rekod-penjualan-tertinggi-go/4220794.html|archive-date=10 September 2019}} In total, she sold RM8 million worth of the special edition cookware at a rate of RM67,000 per minute.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza raih jualan RM67,000 seminit|trans-title=Siti Nurhaliza earned sale of RM67,000 per minute|url=https://www.utusan.com.my/bisnes/siti-nurhaliza-raih-jualan-rm67-000-seminit-1.817351|author=Utusan Malaysia Staff|language=ms|date=7 January 2019|work=Utusan Malaysia|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190910174758/https://www.utusan.com.my/bisnes/siti-nurhaliza-raih-jualan-rm67-000-seminit-1.817351|archive-date=10 September 2019|access-date=11 September 2019}} Five days later, her name and her birthday hashtag were trending topics among Malaysian Twitter users during her 40th birthday on 11 January.{{cite web|title="Segan pun ada ni…" Kata Siti Nurhaliza selepas nama jadi 'trending' pada hari lahir ke 40 tahun|trans-title="I am kinda shy..." Says Siti Nurhaliza after her name was trending on 40th birthday|url=https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2019/01/11/siti-nurhaliza|author=Kemalia Othman|language=ms|date=11 January 2019|work=mStar|access-date=11 September 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190910160438/https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2019/01/11/siti-nurhaliza|archive-date=10 September 2019}} She was also honored by multiple Malaysian radio stations as they organized various special programs and segments to celebrate her birthday.{{cite web|title=Ulang tahun Siti 'trending' di laman sosial|trans-title=Siti's birthday is trending on social websites|url=https://www.msn.com/en-my/news/national/ulang-tahun-siti-trending-di-laman-sosial/ar-BBS6FFG|author=Muhamad Fairoz Azizan|language=ms|date=11 January 2019|work=Berita Harian|publisher=MSN News|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190910163739/https://www.msn.com/en-my/news/national/ulang-tahun-siti-trending-di-laman-sosial/ar-BBS6FFG|archive-date=10 September 2019|access-date=10 September 2019}} First announced in December 2018, she embarked on Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza On Tour to Indonesia on 21 February, Singapore on 2 March, and Malaysia on 16 March.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Set For 4-Nation Concert Tour|url=http://www.bernama.com/en/news.php?id=1677250|author=Muhammad Zaini Mohd Zin|date=19 December 2018|work=Bernama|access-date=17 September 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190910152634/http://www.bernama.com/en/news.php?id=1677250|archive-date=10 September 2019}} Citing production cost of RM10 million, it is the most expensive concert by a Malaysian artist.{{cite web|title=Konsert Siti RM10 juta|trans-title=Siti's RM10 million concert|url=https://www.hmetro.com.my/utama/2018/12/405520/konsert-siti-rm10-juta|author=Sudirman Mohd Tahir|language=ms|date=23 December 2018|work=Harian Metro|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190917142008/https://www.hmetro.com.my/utama/2018/12/405520/konsert-siti-rm10-juta|archive-date=17 September 2019|access-date=17 September 2019}} Her last stop for the tour in Malaysia at Axiata Arena on 16 March was attended by 12,000 people.{{cite web|title="Korang nampak saya 'steady' atas pentas, tapi…," Tokti kongsi apa terjadi belakang pentas Siti Nurhaliza On Tour|trans-title="You saw me looked "steady" on stage, but...," - Siti shares what happened behind the scenes of Siti Nurhaliza On Tour|url=https://www.dhia.com.my/korang-nampak-saya-steady-atas-pentas-tapi-tokti-kongsi-apa-terjadi-belakang-pentas-siti-nurhaliza-on-tour/|author=Wafa Aula|language=ms|date=18 March 2019|work=Dhia.com.my|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191004112608/https://www.dhia.com.my/korang-nampak-saya-steady-atas-pentas-tapi-tokti-kongsi-apa-terjadi-belakang-pentas-siti-nurhaliza-on-tour/|archive-date=4 October 2019|access-date=17 September 2019}} "Ikhlas", a special Eid al-Fitr single featuring Siti with Indonesian singer Nissa Sabyan and Singaporean singer Taufik Batisah was released on 31 May.{{cite web|title=Siti and friends take Raya tunes online|url=https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/bots/2019/05/492308/siti-and-friends-take-raya-tunes-online|author=Izwan Ismail|date=29 May 2019|work=New Straits Times|access-date=17 September 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191004113345/https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/bots/2019/05/492308/siti-and-friends-take-raya-tunes-online|archive-date=4 October 2019}} A special collaboration between Apple Music and Universal Music Malaysia,{{cite web|title=Jiwa saya bebas|trans-title=My soul is free|url=https://www.hmetro.com.my/rap/2019/04/444156/jiwa-saya-bebas|author=Sudirman Mohd Tahir|language=ms|date=13 April 2019|work=Harian Metro|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191004113157/https://www.hmetro.com.my/rap/2019/04/444156/jiwa-saya-bebas|archive-date=4 October 2019|access-date=17 September 2019}} it is the first of its kind where singers from three countries sing together an Eid al-Fitr song. On 10 July 2019, "Kasihku Selamanya", theme song to the romantic-horror film Dendam Pontianak was released.{{cite web|title=Lagu baharu Siti, Kasihku Selamanya duduki carta pertama iTunes|trans-title=Siti's newest song, "Kasihku Selamanya" is atop iTunes chart|url=https://www.kosmo.com.my/hiburan/lagu-baharu-siti-kasihku-selamanya-duduki-carta-pertama-itunes-1.933700|author=Mohd. Haikal Isa|language=ms|date=10 July 2019|work=Kosmo!|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190922125551/https://www.kosmo.com.my/hiburan/lagu-baharu-siti-kasihku-selamanya-duduki-carta-pertama-itunes-1.933700|archive-date=22 September 2019|access-date=22 September 2019}}{{cite web|title=Siti ambil masa kurang dua jam rakam Kasihku Selamanya|trans-title=Siti took around two hours to record "Kasihku Selamanya"|url=https://www.kosmo.com.my/hiburan/siti-ambil-masa-kurang-dua-jam-rakam-kasihku-selamanya-1.932896|author=Izwan Mohd. Isa|language=ms|date=10 July 2019|work=Kosmo!|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190922130045/https://www.kosmo.com.my/hiburan/siti-ambil-masa-kurang-dua-jam-rakam-kasihku-selamanya-1.932896|archive-date=22 September 2019|access-date=22 September 2019}} It only took Siti two hours to complete the recording of her vocals for the song. After almost 10 years in the Malaysian market,{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Luncurkan "Simplysiti", Kosmetik 'Halalan Toyyiban' di Indonesia|trans-title=Siti Nurhaliza launches "Simplysiti", Halalan Toyyiban cosmetics in Indonesia|url=https://lifestyle.kompas.com/read/2019/08/08/183632720/siti-nurhaliza-luncurkan-simplysiti-kosmetik-halalan-toyyiban-di-indonesia?page=all|author=Nabilla Tashandra|editor=Bestari Kumala Dewi|language=id|date=8 August 2019|work=Kompas|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191006100856/https://lifestyle.kompas.com/read/2019/08/08/183632720/siti-nurhaliza-luncurkan-simplysiti-kosmetik-halalan-toyyiban-di-indonesia?page=all|archive-date=6 October 2019|access-date=6 October 2019}} she returned to Indonesia to launch and promote Simplysiti on 8 August.{{cite web|title=SimplySiti Meluncur di Indonesia, Siti Nurhaliza Ajak 'Selaraskan Cantikmu'|trans-title=Simplysiti is launched in Indonesia, Siti Nurhaliza invites [people] to "Tune Your Beauty"|url=https://www.tribunnews.com/seleb/2019/08/08/simplysiti-meluncur-di-indonesia-siti-nurhaliza-ajak-selaraskan-cantikmu?page=all|editor=Hasiolan Eko P Gultom|language=id|date=8 August 2019|work=Kompas|archive-url=https://archive.today/20191006100133/https://www.tribunnews.com/seleb/2019/08/08/simplysiti-meluncur-di-indonesia-siti-nurhaliza-ajak-selaraskan-cantikmu?page=all|archive-date=6 October 2019|access-date=6 October 2019}} In the same month, she reprised her role as a regular judge for the second season of Big Stage.{{cite web|title="Tiada cabaran nyanyi lagu pilihan sendiri" - Siti Nurhaliza mahu peserta Big Stage musim kedua lebih variasi|trans-title="Not challenging if singing [your] own song" - Siti wants Big Stage contestants to [show] more varieties|url=https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2019/08/19/siti-nurhaliza|author=Azlina Mazli|language=ms|date=19 August 2019|work=mStar|access-date=22 September 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190922133449/https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2019/08/19/siti-nurhaliza|archive-date=22 September 2019}} In collaboration with Shopee Malaysia, she performed for Shopee X Simplysiti mini concert at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre on 14 September where more than 1,000 fans were in attendance.{{cite web|title=Sebak imbau perjalanan seni|trans-title=Touched when reminisced life journey [as a singer]|url=https://www.hmetro.com.my/utama/2019/09/497809/sebak-imbau-perjalanan-seni|author=Syanty Octavia Amry|language=ms|date=18 September 2019|work=Harian Metro|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190917223416/https://www.hmetro.com.my/utama/2019/09/497809/sebak-imbau-perjalanan-seni|archive-date=17 September 2019|access-date=22 September 2019}} During the mini concert, she also launched her first health drink Beausiti.{{cite web|title=Air Mata Siti Nurhaliza Tumpah Jua Selepas…|trans-title=Siti's tears still falling after...|url=https://www.xtra.com.my/whisper/category/celeb-buzz/posts/air-mata-siti-nurhaliza-jatuh-bila|author=SGMS Faida|language=ms|date=16 September 2019|work=Xtra.com.my|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191004112844/https://www.xtra.com.my/whisper/category/celeb-buzz/posts/air-mata-siti-nurhaliza-jatuh-bila|archive-date=4 October 2019|access-date=22 September 2019}}
Siti Nurhaliza's 18th studio album, ManifestaSITI2020 was released on July 3, 2020. Originally planned to be released in April 2020, the album launching was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and nationwide quarantine to combatting the deadly coronavirus. ManifestaSITI2020 contains 11 tracks wherein 6 of them was released as singles earlier.{{cite news|url=https://www.mstar.com.my/spotlight/hiburan/2020/07/03/tiga-bulan-tangguh-akibat-covid-19-siti-nurhaliza-lega-akhirnya-lancar-manifestasiti2020----hikmahnya-saya-dapat-rakam-semula-sampai-puas-hati|title=Siti Nurhaliza lega ManifestaSITI2020 lancar selepas tiga bulan tertangguh - "Hikmahnya saya dapat rakam sampai puas hati"|author=Norfaezah Sakri|work=mStar Online|date=3 July 2020|access-date=1 October 2020}}{{cite news|url=https://www.malaysiakini.com/hiburan/532919|title=Manifesta Siti undang rasa sebak Siti Nurhaliza|author=Nadia Azam|work=Malaysiakini|date=3 July 2020|access-date=1 October 2020}} The Malaysian music industry was revitalized when famed Malaysian music figure Dato Sri Siti Nurhaliza released her latest album titled ManifestaSITI2020 on 3 July amidst the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO). Her album received positive feedback from local music listeners and received a warm response for both digital platforms and physical album sales. The legendary singer also successfully held an online interactive concert ‘Manifestival Siti Nurhaliza x HotKool’ on 21 July 2020. Thanks to inspiration from previous concerts that were held in Korea and Thailand, the interactive 360-degree concert via Zoom is the first of its kind in Malaysia which also made Dato Siti Nurhaliza the first artist to be involved in a large-scale online concert.{{Cite web|title=Watch Siti Nurhaliza's 'Manifestival Siti Nurhaliza x HotKool' live concert online|url=https://www.thesundaily.my/spotlight/watch-siti-nurhaliza-s-manifestival-siti-nurhaliza-x-hotkool-live-concert-online-YB3399742|access-date=2021-05-29|website=www.thesundaily.my}}
= Second pregnancy and recent development (2020–present) =
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On 1 December 2020, Siti announced on Instagram that she was four months pregnant with a second child.{{Cite web |title=Instagram |url=https://www.instagram.com/ctdk/?hl=en |access-date=2024-08-08 |website=www.instagram.com}} She later added that she conceived with IVF, the same procedure she did with her first child.{{Cite web |title=Malaysian singer Siti Nurhaliza reveals she's pregnant with her second child |url=https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/siti-nurhaliza-reveals-she-is-pregnant-with-second-child-240756 |access-date=2022-07-14 |website=CNA Lifestyle |language=en}} On 11 January 2021, Siti shared her IVF journey in a video titled Chapter 42: My IVF Story.{{Cite web |date=12 January 2021 |title=Singer Siti Nurhaliza shares IVF journey |url=https://sg.news.yahoo.com/siti-nurhaliza-shares-ivf-journey-065500011.html |access-date=2021-05-29 |website=Singapore Yahoo}}{{Cite web |title=Singer Siti Nurhaliza shares IVF journey in video, says she cried a lot this time |url=https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/malaysian-singer-siti-nurhaliza-shares-ivf-journey-video-258526 |access-date=2022-07-14 |website=CNA Lifestyle |language=en}}
On 7 December 2020, she was listed as the Forbes Asia's 100 Digital Stars Most Influential Asian Pacific Celebrities for her advocacy work during the COVID-19 pandemic alongside International Stars such as Blackpink, BTS, and Shah Rukh Khan. In 2020, Forbes Asia gives special focus to celebrities who, despite cancelled physical events and activities, managed to remain active and relevant, largely by using social media to interact with their fans, raise awareness and inspire optimism.{{Cite web |last=Watson |first=Rana Wehbe |title=Forbes Asia's 100 Digital Stars |url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/ranawehbe/2020/12/07/forbes-asias-100-digital-stars/ |access-date=2022-07-14 |website=Forbes |language=en}}
On 22 December, Adelaide Festival Centre announced that Siti would be one of the few international stars to be part of the Adelaide Festival Centre's Walk of Fame. The singer was selected among the eleven performers who performed at the centre last year after gaining the most online votes. This makes Siti the first South East Asian and Malaysian person to have her name chosen for immortalization at Adelaide's Festival Center Walk of Fame.{{Cite web |date=2020-12-21 |title=Stars celebrated and record breaking votes for Adelaide Festival Centre's Walk of Fame {{!}} News |url=https://www.aussietheatre.com.au/news/stars-celebrated-and-record-breaking-votes-for-adelaide-festival-centres-walk-of-fame |access-date=2022-07-14 |website=AussieTheatre.com |language=en-AU}}{{Cite web |title=Siti Nurhaliza to be eternalised on Adelaide Festival Centre's Walk of Fame |url=https://sg.style.yahoo.com/siti-nurhaliza-eternalised-adelaide-festival-055000011.html |access-date=2022-07-14 |website=sg.style.yahoo.com |date=22 December 2020 |language=en-SG}}
On 18 March, in conjunction with Siti Aafiyah's third birthday (19 March), Siti, alongside Siti Nurhaliza Productions (M) Sdn.Bhd, Universal Music Malaysia, BeauSiti, Wonder Lab & Cuckoo, held an event called 2 Legacy. During that event, she had an early birthday celebration for her daughter and a few important announcements about releasing her first single called "Medley Klasik Siti". At the event, Siti also received various awards from Universal Music Malaysia, which included a Gold Award for her SimetriSiti album, an 11 x Platinum Award (for Anta Permana single), a 4 x Platinum Award (Comel Pipi Merah single), a Gold Award (Cinta Syurga single), and a 2× Platinum Digital Award (Aku Bidadari Syurgamu single).{{Cite web|last=Alhamzah|first=Tahir|date=2021-03-26|title=#Showbiz: Another album from Siti before the arrival of baby No. 2 {{!}} New Straits Times|url=https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2021/03/677204/showbiz-another-album-siti-arrival-baby-no-2|access-date=2021-05-29|website=NST Online}}
On 1 April 2021, Siti Nurhaliza celebrated her 25th anniversary in the music industry with the hashtag JubliSITI25 and the tagline 25 Years of Siti Nurhaliza.{{Cite web |last=Awani |first=Astro |title=JubliSiti25: "Jangan berhenti merendah diri" - Pesan Siti Nurhaliza buat artis baharu |url=https://www.astroawani.com/berita-hiburan/jublisiti25-jangan-berhenti-merendah-diri-pesan-siti-nurhaliza-buat-artis-baharu-291170 |access-date=2022-07-14 |website=www.astroawani.com}} She launched a new album that features children's songs, in honor of her second child.{{Citation |title=Legasi |date=2021-04-01 |url=https://open.spotify.com/album/2uw4S9AGL9WevXTwdGlNgj |language=en |access-date=2022-07-14}}{{Better source needed|reason=The current source is not a reliable (WP:NOTRS).|date=July 2022}} The album features seven tracks with two additional lullabies. Six of the songs are traditional children's songs which have been re-arranged and will have slightly different lyrics.{{Cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza records children's songs|url=https://sg.news.yahoo.com/siti-nurhaliza-records-childrens-songs-061900505.html|access-date=2021-05-29|website=sg.news.yahoo.com|date=11 March 2021 }} Among them are Bintang Kecil, Burung Kakak Tua, Buai Laju-Laju, Tepuk Amai-Amai, and Suriram. Some will be turned into medley numbers. Another track, Anakku Sayangku, has been adapted from Tan Sri P. Ramlee's popular tune, Anakku Sazali, and the album also includes two songs composed by Siti herself for her children,{{Citation |title=Comel Pipi Merah - Remastered |date=2021-04-01 |url=https://open.spotify.com/track/6LkUSHB5lOA8NVnhaj3NHm |language=en |access-date=2022-07-14}}{{Better source needed|reason=The current source is unreliable (WP:NOTRS).|date=July 2022}} for Siti Aafiyah [2018] & "Anaknda" by Dato' Sri Siti Nurhalizafor Muhammad Afwa [2021].{{Citation |title=Anakanda |date=2021-04-01 |url=https://open.spotify.com/track/6QV2pnifSIvDnmFEW3Rigt |language=en |access-date=2022-07-14}}{{Better source needed|reason=The current source is unreliable (WP:NOTRS).|date=July 2022}} Siti recorded the album over three days in early March 2021, with her pregnancy entering its 8th month.
On 19 April, Siti gave birth to her second child, a son, through a caesarean section.{{Cite web |last=Saiful Sham |first=Nursyazwani |title=Siti Nurhaliza gives birth to baby boy |url=https://www.astroawani.com/berita-hiburan/siti-nurhaliza-gives-birth-baby-boy-294009 |access-date=2022-07-14 |website=www.astroawani.com}} On 26 April, she revealed her son's name, Muhammad Afwa, during aqiqah and tahnik ceremonies at her home.{{Cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza reveals son's name on his seventh day|url=https://sg.news.yahoo.com/siti-nurhaliza-reveals-sons-name-035500716.html|access-date=2021-05-29|website=sg.news.yahoo.com|date=27 April 2021 }}
On November 13, 2024 Siti Nurhaliza was proclaimed as Malaysia national female singer.{{cite web | url=https://www.bharian.com.my/hiburan/selebriti/2024/11/1323578/gelaran-biduanita-negara-lambang-penghargaan-pejuang-seni-siti | title=Gelaran Biduanita Negara lambang penghargaan pejuang seni - Siti Nurhaliza | date=14 November 2024 }}https://www.facebook.com/SitiNurhalizaOfficial/posts/pfbid02ZzGr631Z9nEY1etquRinS7E8WRr4qJ8dfhJSUAoQzZNi2ad9zgGW4LXutFhBeAuTl
Artistry
=Voice=
Siti is musically classified as a lyric soprano. She has won "Best Vocal Performance in an Album/Single" from Anugerah Industri Muzik, Malaysia's equivalent of Grammy Awards, 13 times.{{cite web|title=Lagu Melayu ke lagu Indonesia?|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/47947250?pos=5&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281969466%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=8 May 2010|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 16 August 2010}}{{cite web|title=Sheila, Siti gegarkan AIM 17|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/47360343?pos=8&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281969466%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=16 April 2010|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 16 August 2010}}
Adjie Esa Poetra, an Indonesian vocal instructor, described Siti as "very careful," noting she "never fails in the tone production and she's able to produce the most artistic and beautiful tone as possible.... In any songs, she can sing it with ease but powerful other than possessing more than four-octave vocal range."{{cite web|title=Merebut Habitat Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://simplysiti.com/merebut-habitat-siti-nurhaliza/|author=Adjie Esa Poetra|language=id|date=27 March 2005|work=pikiran-rakyat.com|publisher=Simply Siti Nurahliza Zone| access-date = 27 July 2010}}
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M. Nasir, music critic and music composer has praised Siti's voice as saying, "When we talk about her, she is the voice...Give her any songs, she can deliver it very well and it is not a problem to find a suitable song for her." He further praised Siti for her experiments with melisma.{{cite web|title=M.Nasir Puji Suara Dato' Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://www.budiey.com/m-nasir-puji-suara-dato-siti-nurhaliza/|author=Budiey Isma|language=ms|date=17 November 2008|work=Sensasi Selebriti| access-date = 12 June 2010}}
One of her trickiest songs to perform is Kurniaan Dalam Samaran,{{cite web|title=Pancawarna|url=http://sitizone.com/sz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=40&Itemid=60|work=SitiZone|access-date = 12 June 2010}} a Japanese enka-influenced{{cite web|title=Siti pukau jutaan peminat|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2002&dt=0331&pub=Utusan_Malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_06.htm|date=31 March 2002|language=ms|work=Utusan Online|access-date=12 June 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110617031742/http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2002&dt=0331&pub=Utusan_Malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_06.htm|archive-date=17 June 2011|url-status=dead}} song where it requires her play of transition of alto to soprano vocal tones and she rarely performed it live.{{cite web|title=Siti's tour de force|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/1151551?pos=16&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1279461154%3Aresultset|author=Faridul Anwar Farinordin|date= 26 June 2009|work=New Straits Times|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 12 June 2010}} However, at her 2009 SATU concert, she performed it live, where it received appraisals from critics and fans where one of the reviewers cited her live rendition as, "The Japanese-flavoured song required her to switch from her natural voice to falsetto in a hair-raising cadenza somewhere in the absurdly high range most women vocalists would cringe from. But she pulled it off effortlessly, sending shivers down my spine."
Gareth Gates who has performed together with Siti during MTV Asia Awards 2004 when he was asked what does he think about Siti, he said, "She definitely has the looks and she certainly has the voice. If she continues to sing the way she does, she'll go really far."{{cite web|title=It is so for Gareth|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/18312880?pos=236&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1279026498%3Aresultset|author=Faridul Anwar Farinordin|date=20 February 2004|work=New Straits Times|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 13 July 2010}}
Lea Salonga, Filipino singer and actress who has done various theatrical work, including Miss Saigon and several Disney's movies has also expressed her praise and respect towards Siti's vocal ability during her concert in Malaysia in 2010 where she sang one of the songs made famous by Siti and 2 By 2, Tiga Malam during the closing ceremony of her concert.{{cite web|title=Memang 'Power'|url=http://www.bharian.com.my/bharian/articles/Memang__8216_power__8217_/Article/index_html|date= 25 May 2010|author=Serimah Mohd Sallehuddin|language=ms|work=Berita Harian Online| access-date = 12 June 2010}} In 2011, another Filipino artist, Gary Valenciano during his visit in Malaysia has expressed her admiration of Siti's vocal ability. He commented, "Based on what I've been told by the local media, I believe the best Malay song and the best vocal I've ever heard has to be Siti Nurhaliza's. If it was possible for me to meet her, I would definitely want to do a duet with her. If [I] were given a chance, I definitely want to compose a song for her, that is if she wishes."{{cite web|title=Gary V Teringin Berduet, Cipta Lagu Untuk Datuk Siti|url=http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=10510&c=1&s=1|date=22 September 2011|author=Razif Rosdi|language=ms|work=Murai.com.my|access-date=6 April 2013|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120523012730/http://www.murai.com.my/article/default.asp?article_id=10510&c=1&s=1|archive-date=23 May 2012}}
Sami Yusuf who requested for her to be featured in his album, Salaam has commented, "Siti is not only has a good voice, but also has an interesting personality. She is a real woman that Malaysia and ASEAN should be proud of."{{cite web|title=Satu penghormatan besar|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/89446353?pos=5&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1342716635%3Aresultset|language=ms|author=Ridzuan Abdul Rahman|date=12 July 2012|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 20 July 2012}}
In 2013, an American singer, Kenny Babyface who did a duet with her during Sapurakencana Petroleum Malaysia Grand Prix Charity Gala 2013 has also repeatedly expressed his admiration towards Siti. He praised Siti for her "beautiful voice" and her great singing skills.{{cite web|title=Malam Penuh Bermakna|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/103274918?pos=5&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1365247572%3Aresultset|language=ms|author=Norhadiani Baharom|date=27 March 2013|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 6 April 2013}}{{cite web|title=Babyface puji suara gemersik Siti|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/103175379?pos=7&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1365247572%3Aresultset|language=ms|author=Hanisah Selamat|date=25 March 2013|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 6 April 2013}}
=Influences=
Growing up as a child, Siti mainly performed traditional and classic Malay folk songs. She has said one of her greatest influences were Sudirman Arshad{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza... pamer kehebatan beraksi di konsert|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=1999&dt=1101&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=et_01.htm&arc=hive|language=ms|date=1 November 1999|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 13 September 2010}} and P. Ramlee, and, her international idols were Barbra Streisand,{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza, Malaysia's pop princess|url=http://www.thingsasian.com/stories-photos/3260|date=4 March 2005|work=Things Asian – Experience Asia Through the Eyes of Travelers|access-date = 18 January 2010}} Celine Dion, Mariah Carey{{cite web|title=Peransang Abang Dalam Karier Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://www.simplysiti.com/peransang-abang-dalam-karier-siti-nurhaliza/|language=ms|work=Simply Siti Nurhaliza Zone|access-date = 25 January 2010}} and Whitney Houston. In 2008, during Céline Dion's Taking Chances Tour in Malaysia, Siti was given an opportunity to meet her idol,{{cite web|title=Celine Peramah, Saida Pemalu – Siti|url=http://www.murai.com.my/photo/default.asp?media_id=2331&article_id=1080&c=1&s=1|language=ms|date=15 April 2008|work=Murai.com.my|access-date=18 January 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080925192915/http://www.murai.com.my/photo/default.asp?media_id=2331&article_id=1080&c=1&s=1|archive-date=25 September 2008}} and gave Céline a signed copy of one of her solo albums, Hadiah Daripada Hati.{{cite web|title=Akhirnya Siti bertemu Celine Dion|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2008&dt=0415&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_05.htm&arc=hive|language=ms|author=Saharudin Musthafa|date=15 April 2008|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 13 September 2010}}
=Musical styles and themes=
As a lyricist and record producer, most of her singles' lyrics revolve around the theme of love, although she has penned numbers of thematic single of spirituality{{cite web|title=Tahajjud Cinta|url=http://sitizone.com/sz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=103&Itemid=94|work=SitiZone.com|access-date = 19 August 2010}} and female empowerment.{{cite web|title=Emosi dua diva|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/3043646?pos=32&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1282145239%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=28 December 2009|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 19 August 2010}}{{cite web|title=Ukhuwah dua diva tersohor|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2009&dt=1202&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_03.htm&arc=hive|author=Shazryn Mohd Faizal|language=ms|date=12 December 2009|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 20 August 2010}} Several of her singles were written by her were targeted to a specific party – "Biarlah Rahsia" (Let It Be A Secret) was written with the allusion to the media who constantly investigate her private personal relationships{{cite web|title=Biarlah Rahsia kisah cinta Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2006&dt=0424&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=hiburan&pg=hi_02.htm&arc=hive&arc=hive|author=Mohammad Arif Nizam Abdullah|language=ms|date=24 June 2006|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 19 August 2010}} and "Cahaya Cinta" (Light of Love) was written specially for her husband during her marriage in 2006.{{cite web|title=Kemuncak cinta Siti Nurhaliza – Datuk K|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2006&dt=0830&pub=Utusan_Malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=hi_02.htm|author=Wanda Idris and Aziz Ittar|language=ms|date=30 August 2006|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 19 August 2010}}
She has recorded five ethnic pop oriented albums – four solo studio albums{{cite web|title=Lentera Timur|url=http://sitizone.com/sz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=68&Itemid=81|work=SitiZone.com|access-date = 19 August 2010}} and one duet studio album with Noraniza Idris.{{cite web|title=Noraniza Idris mahu popularkan Seri Balas|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=1999&dt=0221&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=et_01.htm&arc=hive|author=Saharuddin Mustafa|language=ms|date=21 February 1999|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 19 August 2010}} She has been taught on how to sing traditional songs by her own mother who herself is a folk singer. She has been promoting this genre of music on almost each and every major concert of her like when she did at her concert at the Royal Albert Hall, medleys of Malay folk songs and traditional music songs.{{cite web|title=KONSERT SITI BERJAYA|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/45705773?pos=67&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1282145239%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=4 April 2005|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 16 August 2010}}
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When she made her debut into the industry, she was often labelled as a penyanyi kampung{{cite web|title=Evolusi Siti|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/4333546?pos=57&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281969466%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=26 November 2006|work=Metro Ahad|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 16 August 2010}} (old-fashioned or conservative singer) for her modest attire and her refusal to take pictures with a man for a magazine cover, unless at a ceremony or at an award-accepting event.{{cite web|title=Hormatilah Prinsip Saya.|url=http://www.simplysiti.com/1997/05/26/hormatilah-prinsip-saya/|language=ms|date=26 March 1997|work=Utusan Online|publisher=Simply Siti Nurhaliza Zone|access-date=17 August 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071110042152/http://simplysiti.com/1997/05/26/hormatilah-prinsip-saya/|archive-date=10 November 2007}} During her early years as a singer, she was criticised for refusing to wear daring clothes and her principle of not taking pictures with male artistes.{{cite web|title=Populariti…Bukan Terletak Pada Gaya Seksi.|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=1998&dt=1026&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=et_01.htm&arc=hive|language=ms|date=26 October 1998|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 17 August 2010}}{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Artis Yang Wajar Menjadi Contoh.|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=1998&dt=1125&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Hiburan&pg=et_01.htm&arc=hive|language=ms|date=25 November 1998|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 17 August 2010}} She was quoted as saying: "As an artist, I do realize that there are many social responsibilities that I need to take care of. So, I opt to be moderate in everything, including in my sartorial matter." and "I want to show what my talent is, and my God-gifted vocal ability without relying [on the image] of being sexy.". Her debut in Indonesia in 1997 with modest, beautiful and talented personality has said to revolutionise Indonesian music industry which famous with Dangdut which before this promoted sensual and erotic elements through the performances, especially those by female artistes.{{cite web|title=Bukti kehebatan artis kita|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/1216513?pos=28&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281969466%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=21 July 2009|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 16 August 2010}} Her modest image was the subject of appraisals and positive feedback even from the Islamic scholars from Malaysia and Indonesia.{{cite web|title=TERUSKAN LAGI SITI!|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/45796245?pos=1&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281969466%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=25 January 2005|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 16 August 2010}}{{cite web|title=SITI TERHARU (HL)|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/45794269?pos=2&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281969466%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=24 January 2005|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 16 August 2010}} Since then, her popularity throughout the South East Asia music industry has remained strong, proven as she was voted as Most Popular Female Artiste ten times in a row and Regional Most Popular Artiste in 2011 in Anugerah Planet Muzik 2011, beating contenders from Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia.
Her eastern image was also being cited as a good example for other artists to follow. In 2008, former State Minister for Youth and Sport Affairs of Indonesia, Adhyaksa Dault has advised Dewi Persik who is known for her open and sexy dancing movements to tone down her performances and follow the steps that Siti Nurhaliza has taken when venturing into the entertainment industry{{cite web|title=Menpora Bantah 'Back Up' Dewi Persik|url=http://www.kapanlagi.com/showbiz/selebriti/menpora-bantah-back-up-dewi-persik-c7ecbyc.html|language=id|date=14 April 2008|work=KapanLagi.com|access-date=13 May 2012|archive-date=1 February 2014|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140201214352/http://www.kapanlagi.com/showbiz/selebriti/menpora-bantah-back-up-dewi-persik-c7ecbyc.html|url-status=dead}}{{cite web|title=Menpora: Dewi Persik Bisa Laku Tanpa Goyang & Buka-bukaan|url=http://jakarta.okezone.com/read/2008/04/14/33/100345/menpora-dewi-persik-bisa-laku-tanpa-goyang-buka-bukaan|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130630015137/http://jakarta.okezone.com/read/2008/04/14/33/100345/menpora-dewi-persik-bisa-laku-tanpa-goyang-buka-bukaan|url-status=dead|archive-date=30 June 2013|language=id|date=14 April 2008|work=OkeZone.com|access-date=13 May 2012}} – "She's not over the top, she doesn't wear revealing clothes and doesn't dance sexily, but she's still able to be locally and internationally recognized".{{cite web|title=Dewi Persik Diminta Menpora Contek Siti Nurhaliza|url=http://hot.detik.com/read/2008/04/14/113918/922967/230/dewi-persik-diminta-menpora-contek-siti-nurhaliza|language=id|author=Anindhita Maharrani|date=14 April 2008|work=Hot.Detik.com|access-date = 13 May 2012}}
She has been cited as an idol and as an inspiration by many Malaysian and non-Malaysian artists like Malaysia's Aizat Amdan,{{cite web|title=Aizat Tolak Hasrat Siti Nurhaliza, Sheila Majid|url=http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/berita-hiburan/2014/05/02/aizattolak-hasrat-artis-senior/|language=ms|author=Kemalia Othman|date=2 May 2014|work=mStar|access-date=16 September 2010}}{{dead link|date=December 2017 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }} Misha Omar,{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza Inc.|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/11947010?pos=168&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281969466%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=10 November 2003|work=myMetro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 17 August 2010}} Nicholas Teo,{{cite web|title=Anugerah MTV untuk siapa?|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/46601019?pos=2&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281969466%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=4 August 2008|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 17 August 2010}} Soo Wincci,{{cite web|title=Album Melayu sentuhan Ajai|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/79187841?pos=4&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1342716635%3Aresultset|language=ms|author=Norhayati Nordin|date=23 January 2012|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 20 July 2012}} Singaporean Idol finalist, Maia Lee, Indonesian pop group vocalist, Sunu, from Matta,{{cite web|title=Matta curi tumpuan peminat di Malaysia|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/28043682?pos=13&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281969466%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=2 May 2008|work= Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive|access-date = 16 August 2010}} Judika{{cite web|title=Judika Kagumi Amy Search & Luah Hasrat Ingin Berduet|url=http://www.rotikaya.com/judika-kagumi-amy-search-luah-hasrat-ingin-berduet/|language=ms|author=RotiKaya Staff|date=28 April 2012|work= RotiKaya.com|access-date = 13 May 2012}} and many others.
In 2007, her image likeness was used as part of the promotion by Malaysian Ministry of Tourism,{{cite web|title=Cartoon Siti acts as online envoy|url=http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2007/11/2/nation/19354564&sec=nation|date=2 November 2007|work=The Star|access-date=14 May 2011|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121018011348/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2007%2F11%2F2%2Fnation%2F19354564&sec=nation|archive-date=18 October 2012}} Malaysia Windows Live Agent – Siti to attract more visitors from Japan. The cartoon is used in the Windows Live Messenger (formerly known as MSN Messenger) where it will provide information on attractive tourist destinations in Malaysia.
In January 2011, Siti was proposed as the cultural ambassador for Malay community by the Association of Malaysian and Indonesian Journalists (ISWAMI), based on both countries' communities acceptance of Siti's personality. ISWAMI chief believed that Siti may help ease strained relations should there be a crisis between Malaysia and Indonesia.{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza proposed as cultural ambassador |url=http://www.bernama.com/bernama/v5/newsindex.php?id=560199|date=28 January 2011|work=Bernama| access-date = 7 February 2011}}
Other activities
=Philanthropy=
Throughout her career, she has been involved in a number of charity-related event, including organising charity concerts,{{Cite news|title=Siti to host two charity concerts in T'ganu.|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/article-1G1-127965461/siti-host-two-charity.html|date=30 January 2005|work=Bernama|publisher=AccessMyLibrary|access-date = 13 May 2013}} open houses{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza, Datuk K teruskan tradisi hulur zakat bantu penduduk|url=http://www.utusan.net.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2011&dt=0808&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Dalam_Negeri&pg=dn_11.htm|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130703040534/http://www.utusan.net.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2011&dt=0808&pub=utusan_malaysia&sec=Dalam_Negeri&pg=dn_11.htm|url-status=dead|archive-date=3 July 2013|language=ms|date=29 February 2008|work=Utusan Online|access-date=13 May 2013}} and launching her own charity funds.{{Cite news|title=Siti's broken promise.|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/coms2/summary_0286-20793948_ITM|date=24 March 2004|work=New Straits Times|publisher=AccessMyLibrary|access-date = 13 May 2013}}{{cite web|title=DCHL lancar program kumpul dana bersama Yayasan Nurjiwa|url=http://www.simplysiti.com/dchl-lancar-program-kumpul-dana-bersama-yayasan-nurjiwa/|author=Nur Farhatul Aishati Azharie|language=ms|date=29 February 2008|publisher=Berita Harian|work=Simplysiti.com|access-date = 11 June 2010}} In March 2004, she launched Tabung Prihatin Siti, making her the first Malaysian artist to have a charity fund after her namesake whose aim to raise at least RM 50,000 for children's education and medical treatment. In January 2005, Nurhaliza donated RM 35 000 (about United States dollar11,000) to three different organisations for the 2004 tsunami victims before her concert at the Royal Albert Hall in April of the same year.{{Cite news|title=Songbird Siti chips in RM25 000|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/coms2/summary_0286-18509096_ITM|date=7 January 2005|work=New Straits Times|publisher=AccessMyLibrary|access-date = 11 June 2010}} A year later in February, she donated RM 500,000 for the National Anti-Drug Campaign where she was also appointed as the ambassadress for the campaign.{{Cite news|title=Siti Nurhaliza Donates RM500 000 For National Anti Drug Campaign|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/article-1G1-142667539/siti-nurhaliza-donates-rm500000.html|date=19 February 2006|work=Bernama|publisher=AccessMyLibrary|access-date = 11 June 2010}} Six months later, she and her husband founded Yayasan Nurjiwa (Nurjiwa Foundation) where the foundation served as a platform for people to help those in need through charity concerts and dinner events where the money will be donated to the selected organisations. In 2009, she and her husband donated RM 1.5 million to build a new mosque in Tikam Batu, Kuala Muda where the land was given as a wakaf by both of them and Siti's mother-in-law where before this, her husband has also donated a sum of money to build two mosques in Kuala Lumpur and Pattani, Thailand{{cite web|title=Siti Nurhaliza, suami sumbang RM1.5 juta bina masjid|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2009&dt=0521&pub=Utusan_Malaysia&sec=Dalam_Negeri&pg=dn_33.htm|language=ms|date=20 May 2009|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 11 June 2010}} which finally completed in February 2011 and officiated by Sultan of Kedah, Tuanku Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah.{{cite web|title=Masjid dibiayai Siti dan Datuk K di Sungai Petani siap
|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2009&dt=0521&pub=Utusan_Malaysia&sec=Dalam_Negeri&pg=dn_33.htm|language=ms|date=20 February 2011|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 25 February 2011}}
In 2011, Siti and her husband gave out an undisclosed amount of Zakat (alms) to more than 200 elderly people, single mothers and disabled people in Tikam Batu as part of their tradition apart from providing them with sarong, batik and some "Duit Raya" (pocket money during Eid al-Fitr) for the children.
In February, she announced a collaboration with Artelier Gallery Kuala Lumpur, in her continuous 2014 effort to raise funds for the Nurjiwa Foundation.{{cite web |author=Muzaffar Mustafa |date=19 February 2014 |title=""SITI: An Iconic Exhibition of Dato Siti Nurhaliza", ilham penggiat seni baru |url=http://www.astroawani.com/news/show/siti-an-iconic-exhibition-of-dato-siti-nurhaliza-ilham-penggiat-seni-baru-30368 |access-date=19 April 2014 |work=Astro Awani |language=ms}} With participation from 15 Malaysian, one Spanish and one Iranian painters, "SITI: An Iconic Exhibition of Dato' Siti Nurhaliza" was an exhibition of artworks and sculptures by the 17 painters and artists – their takes on how Siti Nurhaliza has inspired them.{{cite web |author=Feride Hikmet Atak |date=28 February 2014 |title=Lukisan Wajah Siti Nurhaliza Dijual Sehingga RM75,000 |url=http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/berita-hiburan/2014/02/28/siti-nurhaliza-lukisan/ |access-date=18 April 2014 |work=Mstar |language=ms}} A month before the exhibition, every single painter and sculpture artist was given the opportunity to personally interview Siti before proceeding with producing their artworks based on their preferred materials and styles. The exhibition ran from 27 February until 26 March.{{cite web |date=21 February 2014 |title=Pameran Lukisan Ikonik Dato' Siti Nurhaliza |url=http://www.murai.com.my/berita/tempatan/article/articleid/455034/pameran-lukisan-ikonik-dato-siti-nurhaliza |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140409212037/http://murai.com.my/berita/tempatan/article/articleid/455034/pameran-lukisan-ikonik-dato-siti-nurhaliza |archive-date=9 April 2014 |access-date=19 April 2014 |work=Murai.com.my |language=ms}} All the artworks were up for sale, with 30 percent of total grossed sale channelled to Yayasan Nurjiwa. The highest price goes to finger painting made by the Spanish painter, Andrian Torres, priced at RM 75,000.
On 15 April 2020, Siti Nurhaliza launched a fund to aid frontliners and people affected by the coronavirus outbreak in Malaysia. The initiative is called Dana PKP (Peduli, Kemanusiaan, Prihatin) Siti Nurhaliza [Siti Nurhaliza PKP (Care, Humanity, Concern) Fund].{{Cite web |last=Tahir |first=Sudirman Mohd |date=2020-04-15 |title=Dana Peduli, Kemanusiaan, Prihatin (PKP) |url=https://www.hmetro.com.my/rap/2020/04/566722/dana-peduli-kemanusiaan-prihatin-pkp |access-date=2024-08-08 |website=Harian Metro |language=en}} Siti said that the set goal would be increased if the Movement Control Order (MCO) was prolonged and different types of help will be given out. The initiative is divided into three categories: Peduli (Care), Kemanusiaan (Humanity) and Prihatin (Concern). The fund is abbreviated as the Siti Nurhaliza PKP Fund. The Peduli (Care) category provides aid for facilities and equipment at hospitals that handle the pandemic. It also provides funds for the preparation of PPE, nose and mouth coverings, gloves and other equipment. Individuals and families who have lost their earnings including family members with disabilities or serious illness, will fall under the Kemanusiaan (Humanity) category. The Prihatin (Concern) category allowed for the giving of aid to the underprivileged and charities during the month of Ramadan and Syawal.{{Cite web |last=Koh |first=Lydia |date=2020-04-16 |title=Malaysian songstress Siti Nurhaliza launches COVID-19 relief fund |url=https://theindependent.sg/malaysian-songstress-siti-nurhaliza-launches-covid-19-relief-fund/ |access-date=2021-05-29 |website=The Independent Singapore News}} The fund accumulated RM114,711 in two weeks. The fund raised RM78,625 in its first five days. Siti's live concert on YouTube, which aired for almost two hours on April 18, raised funds amounting to RM29,803.
On 29 May 2021, Siti Nurhaliza, NurJiwa Foundation, and CTDK Holdings, announced the launch of the NurJiwa Foundation & CTDK Holdings: Palestine and Covid-19 Special Aid Fund, which continues the efforts of the Siti Nurhaliza PKP Fund with a focus on Palestine and COVID-19 assistance.{{Cite web |last=Jefri |first=Najiy |date=2021-05-29 |title=Siti Nurhaliza lancar Tabung Bantuan Khas Palestin & Covid-19 |url=https://www.hmetro.com.my/rap/2021/05/711547/siti-nurhaliza-lancar-tabung-bantuan-khas-palestin-covid-19 |access-date=2021-05-29 |website=Harian Metro}}
=Products and endorsements=
Following success in her singing career, Siti became involved in business. She set up her own company – Siti Nurhaliza Productions (M) Sdn. Bhd. – with activities generally in the entertainment scene. She has four subsidiary companies, Siti Nurhaliza Collections Sdn. Bhd., Siti Nurhaliza Marketing Sdn. Bhd., Siti Sound Sdn. Bhd. and SN Mobile Digital Sdn. Bhd. She is also the president of her own cosmetic range company, Simply Siti Sdn. Bhd.{{cite web|title=Lima Warna Baru Lipstik SimplySiti Dilancar|url=http://mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=/2010/10/1/mstar_hiburan/20100930201201&sec=mstar_hiburan|language=ms|date=1 October 2010|work=mStar Online|access-date=19 October 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101002105421/http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/cerita.asp?file=%2F2010%2F10%2F1%2Fmstar_hiburan%2F20100930201201&sec=mstar_hiburan|archive-date=2 October 2010|url-status=dead}} Siti has sold items such as cookware{{Citation needed|date=November 2024}} and tea.{{cite web |author=Sang Dewi & Rosh Abidin Yahya |title=Siti Nurhaliza introduces Ctea |url=http://old.brudirect.com/public_html/DailyInfo/News/Archive/Aug05/070805/nite22.htm |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100406192825/http://old.brudirect.com/public_html/DailyInfo/News/Archive/Aug05/070805/nite22.htm |archive-date=6 April 2010 |access-date=28 December 2009 |work=BruDirect.com}}
In April 2021, Siti, launched her own hijab label, AFIYA by Siti Nurhaliza, with the collaboration of famous Malaysian fashion designer Dato' Jovian Mandagie.{{Cite web |last=CHEONG |first=BERVIN |title=Siti Nurhaliza launches own hijab label, describes it as a 'dream come true' |url=https://www.thestar.com.my/lifestyle/style/2021/04/01/siti-nurhaliza-launches-own-hijab-label-describes-it-as-a-dream-come-true |access-date=2021-05-29 |website=The Star|date=April 2021 }} She said that The Afiya Label pays tribute to her first-born child, who she says radiates positivity, intelligence, elegance and above all. Siti later added that the label is said to be like a "fairy tale come to life" and a "dream come true" for Siti Nurhaliza..{{Citation needed|date=November 2024}}
Siti receives substantial income through commissions and royalties for her endorsements and as ambassador of products. She has been an ambassador and spokesperson for international products such as Jusco, Maxis, Maybelline, Minolta, Mitsubishi, Olay, Pantene, Pepsi, Samsung and TM Net.{{Citation needed|date=November 2024}}
Personal life
=Relationship with Khalid Mohamad Jiwa=
File:Siti Nurhaliza & Dato' Khalid.jpg Big Walk in 2007.]]
On 17 July 2006, after months of speculation by the media, Siti and her then-fiancé, Datuk Khalid made a press conference announcing that their wedding would be held on 21 August.{{cite web|title=Keluarga suka Siti|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/45917008?pos=5&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1284712231%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=18 July 2006|work=Harian Metro|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 17 September 2010}} Her plan to marry Datuk Khalid caused criticisms and uproar, since she was going to marry a 47-year-old divorcee with four sons{{cite web|title=Cerita sensasi panaskan dunia hiburan negara|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/29965842?pos=2&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1284712231%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=30 December 2006|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 17 September 2010}} where she was accused of causing his divorce. However, the issue was rebutted when Jabatan Agama Islam Selangor (Selangor Islamic Council) verified that Datuk Khalid and his former wife, Tengku Zawyah Tengku Izham officially separated in February 2004, after 15 years of marriage.{{cite web|title=Datuk K tak perlu kebenaran berpoligami|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/29777879?pos=3&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1284712231%3Aresultset|language=ms|date=7 July 2006|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 17 September 2010}}
Some sources speculated that the total wedding cost was RM 12,888,888 (US$3,947,980 (adjusted to 2010 inflation)),{{Cite news|title=DATUK K DENIES NEWS REPORT OF EXTRAVAGANT WEDDING|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/article-1G1-151795598/datuk-k-denies-news.html|date=12 August 2006|work=Bernama|publisher=AccessMyLibrary| access-date = 8 May 2010}} however it was later denied by the couple and the wedding planner and stated that the total cost was roughly around RM 500,000.{{Cite news|title=Princess of Pop's regal wedding|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/article-1G1-148349919/princess-pop-regal-wedding.html|author=Hafidah Samat|date=18 July 2006|work=Bernama|publisher=AccessMyLibrary| access-date = 8 May 2010}} Her wedding dowry was revealed to cost at RM 22,222 and the hantaran (gifts from groom to bride and vice versa) cost around RM 30,000. The total sponsored items including Siti and spouse's jewelleries, dresses, etc., cost more than RM 9 million.{{Cite news|title=In ringgit and sen|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/article-1G1-150564451/ringgit-and-sen.html|date=29 August 2006|work=New Straits Times|publisher=AccessMyLibrary| access-date = 8 May 2010}} Later, RM 1 million from the total price paid by TV3 to broadcast the whole ceremony was later donated to charity.{{Cite news|title=Fairy-tale wedding, no less|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/article-1G1-150886113/fairy-tale-wedding-no.html|date=2 September 2006|work=New Straits Times|publisher=AccessMyLibrary| access-date = 8 May 2010 | first=Suraya | last=Al-Attas}} The engagement ceremony was held at Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan (Federal Territory Mosque) on 21 August 2006. The ceremony was also televised live and gathered more than 2 million viewers. The first wedding reception was held on 28 August 2006, at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC). and was televised to 6.3 million viewers nationwide.{{cite web | title=The Ratings are in: Siti 6.3 million Log | url=http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2006/8/30/nation/15279128&sec=nation | date=30 August 2006 | work=The Star | access-date=30 August 2006 | url-status=dead | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20071014034436/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=%2F2006%2F8%2F30%2Fnation%2F15279128&sec=nation | archive-date=14 October 2007 | df=dmy-all }} The wedding also received coverage from Indonesia, where 10 Indonesian media representatives were there to capture the moment including Trans TV, SCTV and Jawa Pos.{{cite web|title=Persandingan Siti – Datuk K meriah|url=http://www.utusan.com.my/utusan/info.asp?y=2006&dt=0829&pub=Utusan_Malaysia&sec=Dalam_Negeri&pg=dn_01.htm|language=ms|date=29 August 2006|work=Utusan Online|access-date = 3 May 2010}}{{cite web | title=Wedding Reception of Siti-Datuk K Steeped in Tradition | url=http://www.simplysiti.com/category/bernama/page/4/ | date=29 August 2006 | work=Bernama | access-date=30 August 2006 | url-status=dead | archive-url=https://archive.today/20100406173112/http://www.simplysiti.com/category/bernama/page/4/ | archive-date=6 April 2010 | df=dmy-all }} Photographed by celebrity photographer Kid Chan,{{cite news|last=Khoo|first=Rubin|title=The kid grows up|url=http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2008/1/20/yummy/20080119111950&sec=yummy|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130111204356/http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2008/1/20/yummy/20080119111950&sec=yummy|url-status=dead|archive-date=11 January 2013|access-date=3 January 2012|newspaper=The Star|date=20 January 2008}} it was a star-studded affair, with guests including royal families, VIPs, celebrities, close friends and family. Indonesian celebrities like Hetty Koes Endang and one of Siti's closest friends, Krisdayanti were given the opportunity to give a performance to the newlywed and guests. A second reception was held on 3 September 2006, in Siti's hometown of Kuala Lipis, Pahang where more than 10,000 people attended the ceremony including those from neighbouring countries.{{Cite news|title=10,000 attend Siti's reception|url=http://www.accessmylibrary.com/article-1G1-150887443/10000-attend-siti-reception.html|author=M. Hamzah Jamaludin|date=4 September 2006|work=New Straits Times|publisher=AccessMyLibrary| access-date = 8 May 2010}} In the same year, the wedding charted as one of the 20 top celebrity weddings on Yahoo! Buzz.{{cite web|title=Cinta Siti, Datuk K makin utuh|trans-title=Siti and Datuk K's Love is Growing Stronger|url=http://www.sinarharian.com.my/hiburan/cinta-siti-datuk-k-makin-utuh-1.422052|author=Sinar Harian Staff|date=21 August 2015|work=Sinar Harian}} In 2011, her wedding was also listed in CNBC's "Asia's Most High-Profile Weddings", where her wedding was ranked in the top 5.{{cite web|title=Asia's Most High-Profile Weddings|url=https://www.cnbc.com/2011/04/26/Asias-Most-High-Profile-Weddings.html|author=Rajeshni Naidu-Ghelani|date=26 April 2011|work=CNBC| access-date = 26 January 2014}}
On 13 June 2010, Siti and her husband, Datuk Seri Khalid, was recognised by E! News Asia as the Third Most Powerful Celebrity Couple in Asia, behind Chinese entertainer couple, Simon Yam and wife, Qi Qi and Bollywood superstar couple, Aishwarya Rai and husband, Abhishek Bachchan.{{cite web|title=Video: E! News Report: Asia's Most Powerful Couple in Asia|url=http://www.aishwarya-spice.com/video-e-news-asias-most-powerful-couples/|date=13 June 2010|work=Aishwarya-Spice.com|access-date=3 September 2010|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101029163520/http://www.aishwarya-spice.com/video-e-news-asias-most-powerful-couples|archive-date=29 October 2010|url-status=dead}}{{cite web|title=E! News report: No. 1 Powerful Couple in Asia-Aishwarya and Abhishek|url=http://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainmenttags/abhishek-bachchan/e-news-report-1-powerful-couple-asiaaishwarya-and-abhishek|date=13 June 2010|work=PinkVilla.com|access-date=3 September 2010|archive-date=17 February 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200217162507/https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainmenttags/abhishek-bachchan/e-news-report-1-powerful-couple-asiaaishwarya-and-abhishek|url-status=dead}}
In December 2015, Siti suffered a miscarriage two months into her pregnancy prompting her to share her difficult fertility journey with the public. In October 2017 after seeking longterm treatment at an Alpha Fertility Centre,{{Cite web|url=https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/heal/2018/08/403575/siti-nurhalizas-heartwarming-journey-motherhood|title=Siti Nurhaliza's heartwarming journey to motherhood|last=Badarudin|first=Nadia|date=2 August 2018|website=NST Online}} Siti announced via social media live that she was expecting her first child with Datuk Khalid. Their daughter was born on 19 March 2018 via caesarean section. The new parents said they chose Monday as the delivery date for their first child as it coincided with the Prophet Muhammad's birthday.{{cite news|url=http://www.mstar.com.my/hiburan/berita-hiburan/2017/10/13/siti-nurhaliza-hamil/|title=Siti Nurhaliza Buka Rahsia Hamil 4 Bulan|access-date=14 October 2017|work=Mohd Al-Qayum Azizi|publisher=mSTAR Online|date=13 October 2017}}{{cite news|url=http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/lifestyle/malaysian-singer-siti-nurhaliza-pregnant-with-her-first-child-9309592|title=Malaysian singer Siti Nurhaliza pregnant with her first child|access-date=14 October 2017|publisher=Channel NewsAsia|date=13 October 2017|archive-date=13 October 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20171013182329/http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/lifestyle/malaysian-singer-siti-nurhaliza-pregnant-with-her-first-child-9309592|url-status=dead}}{{cite news|url=http://www.ibtimes.sg/malaysian-singer-siti-nurhaliza-confirms-her-pregnancy-18040|title=Malaysian singer Siti Nurhaliza confirms her pregnancy|access-date=14 October 2017|author=Nirmal Narayanan|work=International Business Times|date=13 October 2017}}{{cite news|url=http://www.astroawani.com/berita-hiburan/sah-siti-nurhaliza-hamil-157905|title=Sah! Siti Nurhaliza hamil|access-date=14 October 2017|publisher=Astro Awani|date=13 October 2017}} They named their daughter Siti Aafiyah Khalid. On 1 December 2020, Siti announced she was 4 months pregnant via her social media. On 19 April 2021, Siti gave birth to her second child, a son.{{cite news |last1=CHAW |first1=KENNETH |title=Siti Nurhaliza gives birth to baby No. 2 |url=https://www.thestar.com.my/lifestyle/entertainment/2021/04/19/siti-nurhaliza-gives-birth-to-baby-no-2 |access-date=19 April 2021 |work=The Star (Malaysia) |date=19 April 2021}} They named their son Muhammad Afwa Khalid.
In December 2020, Siti as recipient for the homegrown Nona Superwoman Award, had mentioned that Khalid is the pusher in her success.{{cite web |last1=Ermi Shuzila Mohammad |title=14 Tahun Hidup Bersama, Suami Sentiasa Jadi Pendorong DATUK SERI SITI NURHALIZA Bergelar Usahawan Terhebat |url=https://www.nona.my/14-tahun-hidup-bersama-suami-sentiasa-jadi-pendorong-datuk-seri-siti-nurhaliza-bergelar-usahawan-hebat/ |website=Nona |date=7 December 2020 |publisher=Nu Ideaktiv Sdn Bhd |access-date=11 December 2020}}
=Wealth=
Siti is known to be a formidable and successful and well-known businesswoman in Malaysia. She currently tops the list of the 'Richest Artistes' in Malaysia. She is also reported to worth more than US$33 million [RM 142 million] as of 2022, enabling her to be named as one of the millionaires in entertainment industry, especially in the South East Asia region. As one of the most prolific artists in Malaysia, she is said to be paid RM 70,000 (US$16,728) for a 30 minutes show and RM 110,000 (US$26,287) for an hour show in also about RM 90,000 (US$21,507) for 4 songs show in 2019/2020.[https://mforum.cari.com.my/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=1221357&extra=&page=8&mobile=2]{{cite web|title=The star will sing for you|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/1470830?pos=7&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1281025117%3Aresultset|author=Shuinb Taib|date=20 September 2009|work=New Straits Times|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Cross Search|access-date = 3 January 2010}}
Controversies
Siti Nurhaliza and her husband Datuk Seri Khalid Mohamad Jiwa were issued a RM10,000 compound each for violating the Covid-19 standard operating procedure (SOP) during the tahnik ceremony for their second child.[https://www.astroawani.com/berita-malaysia/siti-nurhaliza-minister-compounded-violating-sop-during-tahnik-event-300135 Siti Nurhaliza, minister compounded for violating SOP during 'tahnik' event] Selangor police chief Comm Datuk Arjunaidi Mohamed said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri along with Ustaz Azhar Idrus, Ustaz Don Daniyal and Ustaz Iqbal were also issued with RM2,000 compounds each. It was reported that police had earlier detected an article from an online news portal on the dissatisfaction of people online over the tahnik ceremony which was held at the celebrities' residence at Bukit Antarabangsa here.[https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2021/05/27/siti-nurhaliza-husband-and-guests-fined-for-breaching-sop Siti Nurhaliza and husband fined RM10,000 each for breaching SOP]
Accolades
{{Main|List of awards and nominations received by Siti Nurhaliza}}
Discography
{{Main|Siti Nurhaliza discography}}
{{see also|List of songs recorded by Siti Nurhaliza}}
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=Malaysian/Indonesian discography=
;Studio albums
- Siti Nurhaliza I (1996)
- Siti Nurhaliza II (1997)
- Cindai (1997)
- Adiwarna (1998)
- Pancawarna (1999)
- Sahmura (2000)
- {{ill|Safa (album)|ls=Safa|ms}} (2001)
- Sanggar Mustika (2002)
- E.M.A.S. (2003)
- Prasasti Seni (2004)
- Transkripsi (2006)
- Hadiah Daripada Hati (2007)
- Lentera Timur (2008)
- Tahajjud Cinta (2009)
- Fragmen (2014)
- SimetriSiti (2017)
- ManifestaSITI2020 (2020)
- {{ill|Legasi (album Siti Nurhaliza)|ls=Legasi|ms}} (2021)
- {{ill|Sitism|ms}} (2023)
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=English discography=
;Studio Album
- 2011: All Your Love
=Special album=
;Hari Raya album
- 2003: Anugerah Aidilfitri
=Duet albums=
- Seri Balas (with Noraniza Idris) (1999)
- CTKD (with Krisdayanti) (2009)
=Other=
;Malay, English and Mandarin compilation album
- 2010: Siti & Friends
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Concerts and tours
;Malaysia
- 1999: Konsert Live Siti Nurhaliza, Stadium Putra Bukit Jalil, Malaysia
- 2001: Konsert Mega Siti Nurhaliza, Bukit Jalil 2001, Malaysia
- 2002: Konsert Salam Akhir Siti Nurhaliza – Untukmu Sudir, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2004: Siti Nurhaliza Live in Concert 2004, Stadium Nasional Bukit Jalil, Malaysia
- 2006: Konsert Akustik Siti Nurhaliza, Malaysia
- 2007: Konsert Istana Cinta, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2009: SATU Konsert Eksklusif Dato' Siti Nurhaliza, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2009: Konsert Seribu Warna, Stadium Malawati, Shah Alam, Malaysia
- 2010: Konsert SATU Suara, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2012: Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Concert Live in Kuantan 2012, Bukit Gambang Resort City, Gambang, Malaysia
- 2013: Siti Nurhaliza in Symphony Live with The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petronas Philharmonic Hall, Malaysia
- 2013: Konsert Lentera Timur Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Esklusif Bersama Orkestra Tradisional Malaysia, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2014: Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Live in Concert – Where The Heart Is, Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC), Malaysia
- 2015: Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Unplugged 2015, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2015: Konsert Satu Suara, Vol. 2, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2016: Dato' Siti Nurhaliza & Friends Concert, Stadium Negara, Malaysia
- 2019: Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza On Tour Concert, Axiata Arena, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- 2019: Konsert Amal Orkestra Tradisional Malaysia bersama Siti Nurhaliza, Auditorium POWIIS, Prince of Wales Island International School, Penang, Malaysia{{cite web |title=Konsert amal bantu penggiat seni kumpul dana RM80,000 |url=https://www.malaysiakini.com/hiburan/484834 |website=malaysiakini |access-date=29 July 2019|date=21 July 2019 }}
- 2019: Shopee X SIMPLYSITI Mini Concert, KL Convention Centre, Conference Hall 1–3, Malaysia{{cite news |last1=Ahmad Isyafiq Mad. Desa |title=Siti kekal pendirian berehat daripada sertai AJL |url=https://www.kosmo.com.my/hiburan/siti-kekal-pendirian-berehat-daripada-sertai-ajl-1.970925 |access-date=16 September 2019 |work=Kosmo! Online |publisher=Utusan Melayu (Malaysia) Berhad |date=15 September 2019 |archive-date=2 October 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191002203007/http://www.kosmo.com.my/hiburan/siti-kekal-pendirian-berehat-daripada-sertai-ajl-1.970925 |url-status=dead }}
- 2019: Karya Agung Pak Ngah (Datuk Suhaimi Mohd Zain) bersama Orkestra Tradisional Malaysia dan Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza{{cite news |last1=Chua|first1=Dennis |title=#Showbiz: Honouring a giant |url=https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2019/11/536775/showbiz-honouring-giant |access-date=8 November 2019 |work=New Straits Times |publisher=New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd. |date=8 November 2019}}
- 2020: Konsert Manifestival Siti Nurhaliza X HotKool, Virtual Concert
- 2022: Music of the Soul, Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur
- 2023: ''Konsert Satu Suara Vol. 3, Mega Star Arena, Kuala Lumpur
- 2024: Sebuah Epitome: Saya Siti Nurhaliza
- 2024: Siti Nurhaliza - Love is in the sky (Cinta Di Awan), Arena of Stars, Genting Highlands
- 2024: The Journey of Sound: Judika & Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza, Stadium Merdeka
;Singapore
- 2000: Siti Nurhaliza Live at Harbour Front, Singapore
- 2005: Siti Nurhaliza Live 2005, Indoor Stadium, Singapore
- 2008: Konsert Diari Hati Siti Nurhaliza, Esplanade Theatre, Singapore
- 2010: Konsert Bagaikan Sakti, Esplanade Theatre, Singapore
- 2014: Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Live in Singapore, The Star Theatre, Singapore
- 2019: Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza on Tour Concert, Singapore Expo, Singapore
- 2020: Konsert Karya Agung Pak Ngah – Pak Ngah's Legendary Hits in Concert by Orkestra Tradisional Malaysia ft. Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza, Esplanade Theatre, Singapore
- 2024: Fenomena - Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza Live in Singapore
;Indonesia
- 2002: Konsert 1 Jam Bersama Siti Nurhaliza
- 2003: Konsert Azimat Siti Nurhaliza
- 2003: Konsert Special Siti Nurhaliza
- 2004: Konsert Exclusive Melanesia - Siti Nurhaliza
- 2004: Konsert Mutiara Negeri Jiran - Siti Nurhaliza
- 2004: Siti Nurhaliza Indonesia Tour 2004, Indonesia
- 2011: Charity Concert Banjarmasin, Indonesia
- 2017: Golden Memories International Spesial Siti Nurhaliza
- 2019: Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza on Tour Concert, Istora Senayan, Jakarta, Indonesia
;Others
- 2001: Konsert SEA Diva bersama Kris Dayanti, Sheila Majid, Kuh Ledesma, Vina Panduwinata, Fauziah Latiff dan Titi DJ
- 2001: Konsert Perjalanan Seni SM Salim bersama MPO
- 2002: Siti Nurhaliza Live in Brunei, Brunei
- 2005: Siti Nurhaliza in Concert, Royal Albert Hall London, United Kingdom
- 2010: Siti Nurhaliza Live @ Alumbra, Australia
- 2019: Siti Nurhaliza The Voice of Asia in Australia For One Night Only – OzAsia Festival, Festival Theatre, Adelaide, Australia{{cite web |title=The Voice of Asia in Australia For One Night Only |url=https://www.ozasiafestival.com.au/events/siti-nurhaliza/ |website=OzAsia Festival |date=24 November 2006 |publisher=Adelaide Festival Centre |access-date=20 October 2019}}
Filmography
{{Main|Siti Nurhaliza filmography}}
Videography
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;Concert Albums
- 1999: Konsert Live Siti Nurhaliza
- 2001: Konsert Mega Siti Nurhaliza, Bukit Jalil 2001
- 2002: Konsert Salam Akhir Siti Nurhaliza – Untukmu Sudir
- 2004: Secretaries Week Celebration 2004
- 2004: Siti Nurhaliza Live in Concert 2004
- 2005: Siti Nurhaliza in Concert, Royal Albert Hall London
- 2006: Konsert Akustik Siti Nurhaliza
- 2006: Siti Nurhaliza in Concert, Royal Albert Hall London
- 2007: The Best of Siti Nurhaliza – DVD Karaoke
- 2009: Anugerah Aidilfitri – DVD Karaoke
- 2014: Konsert Lentera Timur Dato' Siti Nurhaliza
- 2015: Konsert Unplugged Dato' Siti Nurhaliza
- 2018: Konsert Satu Suara, Vol. 2
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;Video Albums
- 1998: CT Best
- 1999: CT Best 2
- 2000: The Best of Siti Nurhaliza
- 2001: CT Best 3
- 2001: CT Best 4
- 2003: CT Best 5
- 2003: CT Best 6
- 2003: CT Best 7
- 2004: CT Best 8
- 2008: 2 Diva (with Krisdayanti)
- 2009: Puing-Puing Cinta Vol.1
- 2009: Puing-Puing Cinta Vol.2
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Art exhibition
Written works
Apart from singing and hosting, she also has written numbers of articles in several newspapers and magazine.
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Year
! Title ! Newspaper/Magazine |
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1999
| Lenggok Siti | Metro Ahad (Sunday Edition) |
2006
| Pena Siti | Kosmo! Ahad (Sunday Edition) |
2010–2012
| Catatan Siti Nurhaliza |
2011
| Dari Dalam Diri Siti Nurhaliza | Berita Harian{{Cite news|title=Iktibar dari tanah runtuh|url=http://www.nib.com.my/archives/text/view/65716857?pos=20&hide_header=1&resultset=nstpec%3Awww/cross-search/search.php%3A_1323565980%3Aresultset|language=ms|author=Siti Nurhaliza|date=28 May 2011|work=Berita Harian|publisher=Digital Collections DC5: Text Archive| access-date = 11 December 2011}} |
See also
References
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External links
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- [http://simplysiti.com.my/ Siti Nurhaliza & SimplySiti Products Official Website]
- {{IMDb name|id=6021573|name=Siti Nurhaliza}}
- [http://www.last.fm/music/Siti+Nurhaliza Siti Nurhaliza] at Last.fm
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