Nuray Istiqbal
Nuray Istiqbal (Arabic: نوراي استقلال; born Kae Asakura on August 17, 1996, in Osaka, Japan) is a Japanese-Muslim content creator, social media influencer, and public advocate known for her spiritual journey and embrace of Islam. Formerly recognized under the stage name Rae Lil Black[1][2], she has since distanced herself from her prior career, focusing instead on faith-based content, gaming, and interfaith dialogue.
Spiritual journey
Nuray's reversion to Islam in March 2025 followed a transformative visit to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in October 2024, where she engaged with local Muslim communities and studied Islamic teachings.[3] Adopting the name Nuray Istiqbal (Arabic: "Light of Faith"), she described her decision as a "rebirth," emphasizing her commitment to Quranic principles and modest living.[4][5]. Her announcement drew global attention, with some Muslims praising her sincerity while critics questioned her motives.[6]
References
- ↑ "Rae Lil Black: Actress", IMDb. Accessed March 16, 2025.
- ↑ Arunava Chakrabarty, "Who is Rae Lil Black? Internet in splits after b'day boy Samuel L Jackson allegedly LIKES X-rated video", MEAWW, December 22, 2022. Accessed April 12, 2025.
- ↑ "Japanese Adult Film Star Rae Lil Black converts to Islam after Kuala Lumpur visit", Daily Ausaf, March 14, 2025. Accessed March 16, 2025.
- ↑ "Japanese ex-adult star Rae Lil Black raises eyebrows as ‘Muslim convert’ in Malaysia", SCMP, March 12 2025. Accessed April 12, 2025
- ↑ "Rae Lil Black: Japanese porn star Kae Asakura 'officially' quits adult industry after converting to Islam", National World, March 17, 2025. Accessed April 12, 2025.
- ↑ "Kae Asakura berniqab, teruja solat di Masjid Sri Sendayan" (Kae Asakura wears niqab, excited to pray at Sri Sendayan Mosque), Kosmo!, March 11, 2025. https://www.kosmo.com.my/2025/03/11/kae-asakura-rae-lil-black-teruja-solat-di-masjid-sri-sendayan/. Accessed April 12, 2025.