Japanese former adult film actress Rae Lil Black, whose real name is Kae Asakura, has sparked a social media debate in Malaysia after sharing videos of herself breaking fast at mosques in Kuala Lumpur while dressed in traditional Muslim attire. Her posts culminated in an announcement of her conversion to Islam, drawing widespread attention online.
Asakura’s journey into Islam began gaining traction on TikTok, where she documented her exploration of the faith.
She revealed her intention to observe Ramadan this year, which started on March 2, marking a significant step in her spiritual transformation.
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Her connection with Malaysia first became apparent during a visit in October, when she appeared in videos wearing a hijab and trying local delicacies such as nasi kandar. She later discussed her experiences in an interview with Singaporean podcaster Dzar Ismail.
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Recalling an earlier visit to Kuala Lumpur in August, Asakura shared that she chose to wear a hijab as she wanted to visit mosques and engage with the local Muslim community. “They were incredibly kind to me. They welcomed me with open arms,” she said, describing the warmth and hospitality she received.
Addressing concerns about her past career, Asakura clarified that the videos circulating online were filmed long ago and that she no longer has any control over them. Despite criticism from some quarters, she has received overwhelming support from the Muslim community. Many have gifted her items such as dates, Islamic books, and a prayer rug from Makkah.
