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The Live Shopping Controversy and Public Apology

The current wave of scrutiny began after clips from a live shopping session circulated online. According to Grid.ID reported, Sarwendah used harsh language in the video and made pointed remarks regarding the 200 million IDR monthly child support she receives from her former husband, Ruben Onsu. The tone of the comments led many viewers to express sympathy for Onsu. In response to the outcry, Sarwendah uploaded a clarification and apology video to her Instagram account. She addressed her fans, family, and children, acknowledging her mistakes. This move was an attempt to mitigate the damage caused by the viral clips, though she has remained largely absent from the public eye in the week following the apology.

Allegations of Mistreatment at Permata Hijau

While managing the fallout from the live stream, Sarwendah is facing new accusations from former employees. On June 12, 2026, two anonymous accounts claimed the celebrity was curt and unpleasant during her time living in an apartment in Permata Hijau, according to Suara.com. The accusations include the following claims:

• One former baby sitter, who worked for two weeks when daughter Thania was two months old, alleged that Sarwendah responded curtly whenever she asked about the location of baby supplies.
• Another former employee, who was fired after one month of work for undisclosed reasons, described Sarwendah as “jutek” (curt/grumpy), stating her real-life personality differs significantly from her on-screen persona.

Sarwendah’s legal representative, Chris Sam Siwu, has not yet provided an official response or denial regarding these specific allegations of workplace mistreatment.

Physical and Emotional Toll on Sarwendah

The cumulative pressure of the public disputes and employee allegations has taken a visible toll. Felly, a former member of Cherrybelle and close friend of Sarwendah, told Detik that Sarwendah has been emotionally devastated, noting that she has cried over the situation. The stress has manifested physically as well. Felly revealed that Sarwendah has lost 3 kilograms and has been urged to maintain her health and eating habits to ensure she can continue caring for her children. “I’m just giving support. I mean, I don’t want to get too involved… because I’m afraid that on social media, I might say the wrong thing, the delivery is lacking or it’s perceived differently. So it’s better to support through prayer, inviting her to meet,”Felly, former Cherrybelle member To manage her mental state, Sarwendah is reportedly working with a team of professional psychologists. Felly emphasized that professional guidance is preferable to peer advice to avoid further complications in how Sarwendah processes the crisis. Felly has also specifically advised Sarwendah and her children to avoid social media to protect them from the ongoing narrative.

The Cherrybelle Legacy and Public Image Shift

The current controversy has reignited public interest in Sarwendah’s early career. As reported by VIVA.co.id, netizens have been revisiting the history of the girl group Cherrybelle, which was formed on February 27, 2011, by CBM Entertainment. The group, which initially consisted of nine members including Sarwendah and Felly, became a cultural phenomenon in the early 2010s with their debut mini-album Love is You (2011) and subsequent film (2012). However, the group faced several personnel changes between 2012 and 2015 before eventually entering a hiatus in 2018. The contrast between the “cheerful, sweet, and energetic” image of the Cherrybelle era and the current allegations of a “curt” personality has become a focal point for online critics. This shift in perception, coupled with the child support dispute, suggests a significant erosion of the public persona Sarwendah built over a decade in the entertainment industry. The immediate future for Sarwendah remains uncertain as she balances professional psychological recovery with the need to address legal and social claims. With her lawyer yet to respond to the domestic worker allegations, the narrative is currently driven by anonymous accounts and the observations of her inner circle.