#SHOWBIZ: Celeb couple Rezky Aditya, Citra Kirana on happy marriage: 'Always spend time together'
Like many couples, the popular stars admit they're still learning how to build a harmonious life together.
Citra, affectionately known as Ciki, shared that both she and her husband strive to create a happy and lasting family life.
One way they do this is by finding common ground in every situation.
"There are always challenges in marriage, and it's important to face them with an open heart," she was quoted as saying in a news report yesterday.
"To keep things harmonious and romantic, we make time for just the two of us. One way we do that is by travelling together, including making trips to Malaysia."
The couple was recently in Malaysia to promote their film, Keajaiban Air Mata Wanita, which also marked their first time working together in a feature film.
They mentioned they would extend their visit for a short holiday.
"Spending quality time together is very important in any relationship. Having shared hobbies is also crucial, and right now, we're both really into pickleball," she added.
Citra, known for her role as Yumna in the 2023 film Air Mata di Ujung Sajadah, emphasised the importance of patience and understanding in a marriage.
"Even though we've been married since 2019, we're still in the process of learning how to understand each other," she said.
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