Who Is Mustafa the Puppet?

Mustafa is Belal’s playful sidekick — a bright-eyed puppet with big questions and a bigger heart.

Inspired by how Mr. Rogers used Daniel Tiger to express the more tender, relatable sides of his message, Belal introduced Mustafa as a way to connect with children in a fun, emotionally intelligent way. Through Mustafa, deep Islamic values are shared with joy, humor, and simplicity — making faith feel approachable, personal, and full of wonder.

Mustafa helps kids make sense of big feelings, ask bold questions, and learn about Islam with a laugh (and sometimes a snack). He’s not just a puppet — he’s a trusted friend on the journey of growing up Muslim.