About

Jauhari Johar is a Malaysian political activist, author and former music producer. Initially known for his work in the Malay pop industry—composing and producing chart topping hits like "Istilah Syawal" (performed by Alyah) and "Aisyah" (performed by Projector Band)—he later shifted focus to advocating for Malay rights, Islamic governance, and linguistic nationalism.

Raised in a musical family and educated at UiTM, Jauhari (under the alias Ardiv Jauhari) blended traditional Malay elements with contemporary music. However, after UMNO’s decline in Malaysia’s 2022 elections, he turned to activism, emphasizing Malay identity, Islamic values, and opposition to liberalism.

A vocal critic of vernacular schools, he argues that Bahasa Melayu must be strengthened as a unifying national language. Through social media, particularly X (Twitter), Jauhari critiques policies he views as threats to Malay culture and promotes conservative Islamic governance. His work reflects a fusion of cultural preservation and political advocacy.