Join us in the final part of Fuad's courageous journey with cancer, as he opens up about his most vulnerable moments. From enduring painful side effects of chemotherapy to questioning the purpose of his arduous battle, Fuad found solace in the depths of pain. One question echoed in his mind, 'If God is the Most Merciful, then why is He afflicting this pain on me?' Through the pages of the Quran, Fuad discovered answers that transformed his life forever. Witness the astonishing power of faith as Fuad defied the odds, surpassing a mere 5% chance of survival to achieve a miraculous full recovery. This is a story that proves that indeed the Almighty has complete power over everything. #KICThrowbackS1 #JourneyWithCancer #PowerOfFaith #OvercomingTheOdds

Beyond the diagnosis, Fuad faced a profound realisation when confronted with late-stage cancer. The looming presence of death became all too real and tangible. In this video, we invite you to join us as we revisit the most poignant moments in Fuad's life, a courageous battle against fear, despair, and the relentless fight for survival. Witness the raw vulnerability and unwavering determination that emerged from the depths of his cancer journey. #KICThrowbackS1 #FacingCancer #UnyieldingHope #ResilienceInAdversity

In the pursuit of success, Fuad, a high achiever from the start, believed hard work and discipline would conquer all. But life had other plans. Setbacks in his health shattered his dreams of becoming an airline pilot, forcing him to confront his limitations and slow down. Join us as we uncover Fuad's extraordinary journey, from his time in the army to the pivotal turning point when his health took a tumultuous turn. #KICThrowbackS1 #UnveilingFuadsJourney

As the truth behind the mysterious disturbances that plagued her family was revealed, Sarimah reached her breaking point. In her darkest hour, she surrendered to the Almighty, finding solace and embarking on a profound journey of healing. When you hit rock bottom, the only way to go is up. Join us as we witness Sarimah's incredible story of resilience, faith, and the transformative power of surrender. #KICThrowbackS1 #FromDarknessToHealing #JourneyOfResilience #TransformativePower

Choose your friends wisely. Sarimah learned this lesson the hard way over 20 years ago. In the midst of unexplained disturbances that shattered her family and transformed her easygoing nature into one of monstrous rage, she discovered a sinister force at play, entangled in the dark web of black magic. But what she never anticipated was betrayal from a trusted friend. Join us as we unveil Sarimah's chilling story of deception and turmoil, where trust turns to treachery and darkness lurks in unexpected places. #KICThrowbackS1 #LessonsLearned #DarknessUnveiled #BetrayedByFriend #BlackMagic

Curiosity can lead us astray, and Halis's story is no exception. Entangled with the wrong crowd, he found himself repeatedly serving time behind bars. However, it was his mother's heartfelt plea that served as a wake-up call, igniting a transformative journey within him. Prepare to be inspired by his path to change and the power of a mother's love. #KICThrowbackS1 #AwakeningFromWithin #PathToRedemption #UnbreakableLove

Being a mother is an extraordinary challenge. Being a full-time working mum of 5 children, including one with ADHD, takes it to another level. But Datum never saw it as a burden; instead, she embraced it as a sacred duty entrusted to her. Join us as we dive into Datum's inspiring journey, where love, strength, and dedication know no bounds. #KICThrowbackS1 #MotherhoodUnfiltered #StrengthOfAMum #UnwaveringLove

Mirza's childhood dream of becoming a football player was shattered by his epilepsy. Trapped in a sedate lifestyle and relying on daily medication, he never anticipated being struck by paralysis in his teens. This is the inspiring story of Mirza's resilience, as he defied the odds and triumphed over adversity. Join us as he shares his remarkable journey of determination and overcoming unexpected challenges. #KICThrowbackS1 #TriumphOverAdversity #Resilience

Locked behind bars, Sahri battled his inner demons until a divine intervention changed everything. A fateful encounter with a Violent Crimes Unit officer ignited a spark of transformation, as one man's belief in him set the wheels of change in motion. But the journey to a better life is never without its challenges. Sahri shares his poignant story of resilience, navigating the hate and judgement from the community post-release. Discover what kept him steadfast on the path towards redemption. Prepare to be moved! #KICThrowbackS1 #FromDarknessToLight #JourneyOfTransformation #Resilience

From a broken home to a broken heart, Sahri's tumultuous journey led him down a path of gangsterism in his youth. In this gripping video, we delve into his misadventures, revealing the choices that eventually led to his incarceration. Prepare to witness a powerful tale of transformation and reformation as Sahri finds repentance and seeks a new path. This is a story you won't want to miss! #KICThrowbackS1 #FromBrokenToRedeemed #TransformedLife

Against all odds, Zahid's indomitable spirit has conquered every challenge life has thrown his way. Born with spina bifida, he defied limitations and embraced a mature outlook that fueled his relentless pursuit of success. Despite the limitations imposed by his health, Zahid's determination never faltered. Don't miss out on hearing his incredible journey! #KICThrowbackS1 #TriumphOverAdversity #Resilience #Inspiration

Imprisoned for a regrettable decision, Khairul discovered the true power of love in the unwavering support of his wife. In under 3 minutes, experience the inspiring story of resilience and redemption that led to the birth of Bakes by NY. Prepare to be moved! #KICThrowbackS1 #FromDarknessToTriumph #Resilience #LoveConquersAll

Brace yourself for an emotional journey as we kick off our throwback series with Mansor. Witness his powerful story of resilience, as he shares the heartbreaking moment of losing his sight at 25 and how it transformed his perspective on life. #KICThrowbackS1 #Resilience #LifeAlteringInsights

Mr Zulhilmi ‘Emie’ Mohamed’s life was not always so smooth-sailing. In his early 20s, he found himself struggling for a time without a roof over his head. So, how did he get from homelessness to designing dream homes for others? Tune in to the final episode of Rags to Riches as Emie shares about some of his lowest moments, from the time he spent living from hand to mouth to his eventual ascent to success. Emie’s story is a testament of how sincerity, combined with passion, hard work and a fierce determination to prove himself, despite doing things differently from his peers, can change one’s fate in ways one could’ve never expected or dreamt of.

Before Hanip Automobiles, he was merely Hanip, the talented mechanic with little else to his name. Fast forward to today, Hanip is recognised as one of the top car mechanics for Borneo Motors, and even has a successful workshop to call his own. A classic rags to riches story, Hanip proves that even with a basic education and average family background, success is still attainable with a strong will, discipline and pure hard work.

Rina Tahar had it all – She was finally pursuing her passion for fashion, her modest wear business was booming, and she was earning 5 figures daily. But in the blink of an eye, everything came tumbling down when she experienced a critical designer’s block. With production suddenly halted, she found herself on the brink of despair as her debts accumulated to nearly half a million dollars.

Yet, Rina remained resolute to save the business. She had faltered and made mistakes, she realised, but her brand was still solid, still breathing, and still very much loved by her customers.

Tune in to find out how Rina’s self-reflection led to her redemption, and how SUFYAA was saved after a near devastating loss.

Before ‘modest fashion’ became a globally known term, there was – and still is to this day – SUFYAA. Among the first to pioneer modestwear via e-commerce, SUFYAA was founded by Ms Rina Tahar in 2011, some time after she made the conscious decision to start wearing the hijab. A draftswoman at the time of her migration to hijab, Rina was working in a predominantly male industry and felt a lack of quality and practical modest wear for women of the corporate world. Spurred by the desire to fulfill this need, Rina left her corporate job to set up her own modest fashion line.

With passion and determination, Rina’s business soared – yet, it wasn’t happily ever after from there on out. Like every good story, Rina’s is not immune from trial and loss as well as lessons and sacrifices that made her grow into the strong and tenacious woman she is today. Tune in to Rina’s story to hear about her journey and the lengths she would go to keep her dream alive.

Soon after embracing Islam in his youth, Mr Ronnie Faizal Tan found his calling in his business. 20 years on, he is a serial entrepreneur, setting up one business after another despite having encountered failure on more than one occasion. How does he keep his morale high even in the face of loss?

In this compelling interview, Ronnie reflects on his journey to Islam and how it has impacted the decisions he made as an adult as well as his journey as a Chinese-Muslim businessman. Ronnie’s story is a heartwarming example of what it means to strive for a higher purpose: to look beyond profit and rather, how one can use business as a means to help others and to draw closer to God.

An avid learner with an intelligent mind and an ambitious soul, Ms Meliza Salim journeyed into the male-dominated realm of startups when she was only 20. Now in her 30s and having found her calling in teaching, Meliza’s very own Lil Changemakers is a one of a kind private prep school focused on the holistic and spiritual development of children from an early age. Meliza’s story is one of courage, self-empowerment and the importance of empowering the next generation.

Over 110 years ago, a humble and resilient Javanese immigrant worked to support his family of 15 by peddling satay on the streets. Who would’ve thought, three generations later, that his family would continue to preserve his legacy, and in fact, turn it into a million dollar-worthy business?

For Ms Samsiah Suliman, taking the reins on her husband’s family-owned satay business was the start of something incredibly new and daunting, yet, her interest, coupled with her sincerity, resilience and innovative spirit, helped make the business grow beyond what any of them could have imagined. Today, Jumain Sataysfaction is known as one of the oldest and most innovative food businesses serving authentic traditional satay.

But more interesting than the success story of the business, is the story of its CEO and boss lady Samsiah Suliman. Despite starting off with zero knowledge about satay-making, Samsiah dove deep into the business with unwavering passion and determination, keeping it running even after becoming a new mother. What challenges did she face and how did she overcome them? And how does one juggle motherhood and career at the same time?

What does it take to sustain a million-dollar business? Founder of POS TKI Logistics Mr Anwar Tahar continues to share about his life after making it big, from nurturing good relationships with his staff to maintaining friendships, helping out others in need and being a proud mummy's boy.

How does one make a profit of over a million dollars from selling boxes? The story of the Founder of POS TKI Logistics Mr Anwar Tahar is truly a fascinating one to listen to. An outspoken, self-proclaimed champion of the Indonesian domestic worker community in Singapore, Anwar struggled for a time to make ends meet as a modest taxi driver before he was offered the opportunity to help manage a logistics company. From there, Anwar found his calling in the field of logistics. However, it would take some years—and even betrayals—before he finally found his footing and opened his own company.

Anwar’s story proves that life is oftentimes filled with trials and errors, but also course corrections and miracles. Anwar also discusses the importance of honouring one’s mother and the blessings that come with faith, honesty and filial piety.

“What do you want to be when you grow up?”

For the bold and ambitious Hafiz Alkhatib, the answer was simple. He wanted to become a successful businessman…and to earn his first million dollars before the age of 30. But the journey to achieving this goal was far from easy.

In the season premiere of Rags to Riches, Founder of Malayan Council Hafiz Alkhatib recalls his tough journey to becoming a millionaire whilst fighting to free himself from the burden of a $150K debt that almost caused him to declare bankruptcy. Hafiz’s story is a testament to how success comes from a place of sincerity, resilience and gratitude.

After being diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of 10, football-enthusiast Mirza was forced to relinquish his dream of playing football for a more sedately-paced lifestyle in order to curb the risk of seizures. But what had once been a sore point in his life could never measure up to the agony he would later experience at the age of 18, when he awoke the next morning paralysed from a stroke.

Between relearning how to perform basic tasks such as standing, walking and writing, enduring multiple brain surgeries, struggling against the effects of heavy medication and a relapse, Mirza’s life is certainly far from a fairytale. But against all odds, Mirza, through his unwillingness to give up, not only made a miraculous recovery, but he was also blessed with a successful business and a loving family of his own.

This is Mirza’s story of optimism and perseverance, and a testament to how good things come to those who wait and who strive with beautiful patience.

At age 25, Mansor was knocked down by a quarter-life crisis like no other. Despite having spent the former years of his life a relatively healthy and sighted person, Mansor found himself suddenly among a small and unfortunate percentage of individuals afflicted with Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH). After spending three months in the hospital and undergoing multiple surgeries, Mansor was confronted by a hard truth: he had lost complete vision in both eyes and would have to spend the rest of his life in total darkness.

Nevertheless, Mansor has proven that it takes more than sudden blindness to cripple his spirit. Through sheer grit and determination, Mansor adapted to his new reality, and two years after losing his sight, he finally managed to complete his Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Media Studies. Today, he is working in the sustainability and marketing department of an MNC in Singapore.

This is Mansor’s story of hope and how he managed to find the light in the darkness.

Born with spina bifida, Zahid spent his entire life without the ability to feel any sensation in his legs. Yet, being wheelchair-bound never stopped Zahid from striving to be self-sufficient. After graduating from ITE, he worked full-time as an admin assistant, telemarketer and customer service officer. However, when his health issues took a turn for the worse, Zahid decided to start his own business, Ayeed the Courier, delivering small items and packages across the island using only his wheelchair and public transportation.

This is Zahid’s story of resilience and how living a grateful and happy life is always a choice, regardless of one’s circumstances.

A continuation of the previous episode where Fuad Fahmi a.k.a. Captain Roti shares his journey to recovery and the start of his new adventure as a self-taught home baker.

Athletic, intelligent, talented and ambitious, Fuad had a bright start to life. After sailing through school, he then joined the Singapore Armed Forces, rising quickly through the ranks to become a Captain. It was at this peak of his life, in his early 30s, when his health took a sudden and unexpected dive.

Before he knew it, he was diagnosed with late stage choriocarcinoma, a rare type of cancer, with only a 5% chance of survival. On the cusp of death, fighting against debilitating pain and an even more vicious inner turmoil, Fuad did what most would do: he surrendered. Yet, rather than surrendering to a ‘death sentence’, he found himself guided to surrender to God and to His will.

This is Fuad’s story of transformation and belief–and how sincere submission to the Almighty in the face of his darkest trials led Fuad to experience his own miracle: a complete recovery from cancer.

Sarimah Amat is no stranger to her community. With a radiant and positive energy, she is known by many for her big heart and altruistic deeds—among them, organising multiple projects to collect stationery and essentials for needy children locally and abroad, helping the less fortunate members of the community, and actively fostering children in her own home.

Yet, before she became a woman who found her calling in helping others, she, too, was a woman in need of help—particularly when someone she once believed to be a close and trusted friend sought to ruin her life by using black magic against her.

This is Sarimah’s story of healing and how the true test of character and strength is often revealed during one’s hardest trials.

For 20 years, Datum has laboured tirelessly at the Emergency Department (SGH) as a nurse, where she deals with various daunting cases on daily basis. Yet, in spite of her exhausting and at times underappreciated role as a frontliner, Datum’s challenges never cease. At home, she is an equally dedicated wife and mother to five children, including a teenage son who was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) three years ago.

This is Datum’s story about motherhood and the trials and blessings of raising a child with special needs.

Despite a sound religious upbringing, teenage curiosity and an overwhelming desire to fit in led Halis to getting entangled with the wrong company for a significant portion of his youth. However, after multiple setbacks and four sentences served in prison, Halis finally made the commitment to turn his life around for the better.

Today, Halis is a director of his own startup. Yet, alongside his daily business routine, he is also living his original dream—to teach, by reaching out to at-risk youths and guiding others towards the path of reform.

Aside from recalling the raw details of his personal experience in prison, this story also offers a glimpse of Halis’s honest reflection on life—of recognising the frailty of the human condition and yet striving to put his best foot forward anyway.

Unlike most children we imagine having a relatively ordinary and healthy upbringing in Singapore, Sahri grew up in a ‘rough’ environment, surrounded by equally ‘rough’ company. However, despite these lesser circumstances that led Sahri to commit some serious mistakes and end up being incarcerated in his youth, Sahri miraculously made the conscious decision to turn his life around for the better.

Today, he is known by his peers and mentees as Matrep Mentor, a once misguided youth who is now committed to the straight path and is helping other at-risk youths to find their way.

This is Sahri’s story of repentance and how a person’s character is not defined by his past mistakes, but rather the choices he makes in spite of them.

Khairul Anwar went through what one might consider an unconventional path in life. Formerly a police officer, Khairul quit his job and found himself on the other side of the law. However, after being convicted and sentenced to three years in prison, Khairul, both inspired and humbled by the unswerving love and forgiveness from his wife, decided to turn his life around for the better.

With the support of his family, Khairul and his wife combined forces to build up Bakes by NY, once a modest home-based business and today a flourishing bakery with three outlets in Singapore.

This is Khairul’s story of redemption and how true change begins with forgiveness, hard work and determination.