Sara
When people hear the word “entertainment,” what often comes to mind are music, movies, or comedy. But there’s another side of entertainment that’s equally captivating—one that can give you chills, touch your heart, and open your mind to the unseen side of life. That side comes from the mysterious world, and one figure who has successfully turned this genre into something meaningful is Sara Wijayanto.
Through her YouTube channel titled “Diary Misteri Sara,” she invites viewers to explore supernatural stories told with empathy and respect for “those who cannot be seen.” But more than just frightening tales, the content she presents often delivers life lessons—brought by those who have passed away, through unresolved pasts, lingering regrets, or unspoken messages.
As a viewer, I personally feel that the stories in Diary Misteri Sara are not just entertaining, but also thought-provoking—about life, loss, and how every person—even after death—still has a story waiting to be heard.
Getting to Know Sara Wijayanto
Sara Wijayanto, whose full name is Saraswati Wijayanto, is known as an Indonesian actress, singer, and YouTuber. She rose to fame not only for her contributions to the entertainment industry, but also for her extraordinary ability to communicate with unseen entities.
In her channel Diary Misteri Sara (DMS), she is not alone. She is accompanied by her brother, Wisnu Hardana, who also possesses the ability to sense and see spiritual beings. Wisnu visually illustrates the entities they encounter during investigations. Her husband, Demian Aditya, plays an active role as the producer and director of every episode. Additionally, her close friend Fadi Iskandar acts as a medium, facilitating communication when spiritual entities “enter” Sara’s body to share their stories.
Exploring Mysteries from Around the World
Interestingly, Diary Misteri Sara does not only delve into haunted places in Indonesia but also ventures into iconic horror locations abroad. With over two million subscribers and millions of views per episode, the channel has become one of the most influential horror content platforms in Indonesia. Its fanbase now stretches beyond national borders, especially since the team began sharing international content.
Sara also collaborated with an American content creator on a special episode titled Journey to Annabelle. In this episode and others, she worked with Sean Austin—a demonologist, spiritual expert, and former NYPD officer. Together, they explored haunted locations, documented paranormal evidence, and interacted with spirits.
From Preston Castle and The Conjuring House to the infamous Annabelle doll’s home, Sara and her team brought horror with emotional depth. Many stories they unearthed carried deeply human elements: loss, loneliness, and even lingering ties to hatred—or demons from the past.
Healing Through Horror
Sara brings a gentle yet strong sense of spirituality, something rarely found in Western horror content. For her, communicating with spirits is not about proving anything—it’s a process of understanding. She believes that every soul—whether living or dead—has a reason to be heard. This perspective emphasizes the importance of empathy, even toward those we cannot see.
Of course, what Sara does is not without risk. Interacting with spiritual energy is no light matter. There are times when she experiences physical exhaustion, mental strain, or spiritual disturbances after her channeling sessions. Yet, she continues, driven by the intention to help both the living and the departed find peace.
Danny’s Story: A Soul Finally Set Free
Among the many stories that have touched the hearts of Indonesian viewers, one of the most viral was the story of Danny—a young boy from America who had died tragically. Danny was sacrificed by his own aunt, who was part of a dark cult. Because of the demonic forces bound to that ritual, Danny’s spirit remained trapped in torment, shackled by darkness.
Sara encountered Danny during one of her international investigations. Through deep spiritual communication and intense effort, she helped Danny break free from the entity that had possessed and imprisoned him. Today, thanks to that intervention, Danny is finally at peace in the realm where he belongs.
This story struck a chord with many viewers—not just because of its supernatural nature, but because of its emotional resonance. Danny, like many other spirits featured on the channel, was not just a ghost, but a soul in need of compassion.
A Reflection for the Living
Through her content, Sara Wijayanto has expanded the meaning of entertainment. Beyond mere horror, she has created a space for reflection—about grief, trauma, and life itself. Many viewers express that the series has helped them process the loss of loved ones, feel understood, and even find peace.
At the end of every episode, Sara always ends with a powerful reminder:
“We don’t force you to believe what we believe. We just want to share stories.”
This simple phrase encapsulates the heart of Diary Misteri Sara—a bridge between the seen and unseen worlds, wrapped in entertainment that is not only chilling, but also profoundly moving.
And perhaps the biggest lesson of all:
we, the living, have a duty to listen—to reflect—and to live this life with kindness, intention, and heart.
By: AYU PUJI LESTARI
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