IT is that time of the year again when we fill our ever-expanding tummies with yummy ketupat, rendang, lemang, serunding, lontong, satay …

and the list could just go on, couldn’t it? Hari Raya Aidilfitri is also a time for forgiveness, acceptance, fancy baju kurung, baju Melayu and some off-the-wall celebration. Are you ready for all that excitement?

Well, you better be or else you will be left behind while the rest are out collecting some serious duit raya.

We asked some local personalities to to express their Raya wishes specially to R.AGE readers and fans via Twitter.

Paula Malai Ali, TV host

”May your Raya be full of sugary sweets,rockin’ rendang, kick butt kuih, happiness, family and love.”

Marion Caunter, TV host

”Selamat Hari Raya to all Malaysians. Have a blessed and safe raya. Love, Marion.”

Serena C, radio deejay

”May you have a joyous raya filled wth laughter * with those you love and treasure!”

Terry Toh, radio deejay

”Drive safe and have a blessed Raya!…and send some Rendang my way! I’m willing to come pick it up :)”

Andrea Fonseka, TV personality

”Selamat Hari Raya Adilfri to everyone-as 1Malaysia let’s all share in the spirit of Giving, Forgiving, and amazing Lemang & Rendang!”

Hujan, music band

”Selamat Hari Raya. Mohon maaf kalau ada terkurang atau tersilap kata :)”

Jeremy Teo, radio deejay

”Hello! I’d just like to say Selamat Hari Raya to everybody, may they have an awesome one, and be safe. No mercun. No speeding. =)”

Nadia Nazir, radio deejay

“I’d like 2 wish – Selamat hari raya maaf zahir batin,pls dnt text * drive tis festive season,keep ur loved ones in mind @ all times!”

Mizz Nina, singer

”Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri to all of The Star’s RAGE readers, be safe during the holiday break and make sure u’re car is ok before u drive out somewhere far!”

Phat Fabes, radio deejay

”I wanna say enjoy Hari Raya every way possible and remember that a celebration is most felt when you surround yourself with the people u love and the people who love you..”

Atilia Harun, singer

”Drive safe and don’t use your phone/bb/iphone when ure driving. Selamat Hari Raya!!!”

Umie Aida, actress ”I would like to wish all my Muslim fans Happy Eid Mubarak..Have a blessed Hari Raya with your loved one.”

Hunny Madu, radio deejay ”Ramadhan teaches me so much about patience and perseverance. Love every minute of your life and celebrate Raya like never before. Also, apologize sincerely to ur parents, they’ll cherish it forever.”

Ean Nasrun, radio deejay ”Wanna remind everyone to think of others before themselves this raya, on the road, on the dining table etc.. And be safe :)”

Daphne Iking, TV personality ”I would also like to wish everyone Selamat Hari Raya and happy holidays to my non-Muslim friends! Be merry, drive safe and remember to be eco-conscious while celebrating! Love, Isobel and Mama D”

Ning Baizura, singer ”Especially to all The Star R.AGE fans Have a blessed Hari Raya celebration and remember to eat wisely and drive safely during this festive season, Selamat Aidilfitri Maaf Zahir dan Batin.”

Sharm says: Yeay, it’s Hari Raya. Now where did I put my Datuk M. Daud Kilau CD?