The Return of Resonance: Muhammad Azkiya Invites Raquema from the Philippines to Rejoin the International Ensemble of Tamyiz
Cirebon, October, 19th 2025 — Muhammad Azkiya Bahtsulkhoir — an internship student and creative visionary — once again expands his international artistic collaboration through his latest project, Tamyiz Iltibas: The Morphology of Religion. The film unites more than forty students from various departments, including international participants who received the Syekh Nurjati Global Excellent Scholarship (SN-GES) 2024. Scheduled for release in Ramadan 2026, this project continues Azkiya’s mission to merge intercultural creativity with intellectual depth. In this new production, he has invited Raquema B. Moten from the Philippines to take on a crucial role within the ensemble. Appreciating his consistent innovation, Lala Bumela, Ph.D., remarked, “Azkiya’s work reflects how creativity can become a bridge between nations — where art and education meet to form global understanding.”
The making of Tamyiz Iltibas is far from an ordinary production. Undertaken independently, the project showcases Azkiya’s multifaceted skills as producer, director, scriptwriter, editor, and designer — all roles he performs single-handedly. “It is not just about making a film,” Azkiya explains. “It’s about manifesting emotion, intellect, and faith into visual form — where every frame carries the essence of human consciousness and divine reflection.” The journey, though challenging, reflects his commitment to mastering the complete creative process, from concept development to post-production rendering.
Lala Bumela, Ph.D., who has closely followed the progress of Azkiya’s works, shared his perspective on this unique student-led project. “Muhammad Azkiya represents the spirit of global-minded education that UIN SSC stands for,” he said. “His approach to integrating Sufism, neuroscience, and intercultural dialogue through digital media is not just innovative — it’s transformative. He is bridging intellectualism and creativity in a way that inspires both local and international audiences.”
Raquema’s return to Tamyiz marks a symbolic moment for the international community at UIN SSC. As one of the international scholarship awardees from the Philippines, she brings not only cultural diversity but also emotional depth to the production. Her collaboration with local students strengthens the sense of unity and understanding that transcends nationality, religion, and discipline. Together, they reinterpret the morphology of religion — not as doctrine, but as an evolving rhythm of human experience. The production space in the Cyber Building has thus transformed into a creative sanctuary where intellect meets spirituality and art meets empathy.
Despite the challenges and demanding schedule, the Tamyiz ensemble continues to thrive on passion and perseverance. With each rehearsal, Azkiya fosters a collaborative environment that values sincerity over perfection. “What matters is the resonance — the connection between people and ideas,” he notes. The return of Raquema signifies not just an artistic reunion, but a reaffirmation of shared ideals: the belief that meaningful art is born from resilience, reflection, and global harmony.
In his concluding remarks, Lala Bumela, Ph.D. reflected on the broader significance of Azkiya’s initiative: “What Muhammad Azkiya is building is not only a film project but a living testament to intercultural education. He shows that internationalization is not confined to conferences or MoUs — it can emerge from the creative spirit of one student who dares to dream beyond borders.” Through Tamyiz Iltibas, the resonance of global understanding continues — echoing from the Cyber Building of UIN SSC to the world beyond.
Author: Muhammad Azkiya Bahtsulkhoir