Culture and Entertainment

The storytellers: Spotlighting Indonesia’s screenwriters

The spotlight often shines brightest on directors and stars, but the magic of cinema begins long before the cameras roll. Meet three of Indonesia’s top screenwriters, the unsung heroes of filmmaking.

Culture and Entertainment

Food, politics and obsession: Tasting Indonesia’s flavors in 'Rahasia Rasa'

A chef who develops an aversion to spices, a forgotten recipe book and an alternate history: Hanung Bramantyo’s latest film serves up more than just food.

Culture and Entertainment

Behind the loving rhapsody of Mitty Zasia

The indie singer-songwriter's latest album, Nanti Malam Ku Pikir Lagi, is a contemplation on love, life and the ethereal power of music.

Conversation

Love for share: Decoding ethical non-monogamy with Andrea Gunawan

Often misunderstood and rarely judged in good faith, ethical non-monogamy challenges traditional ideas of love and commitment. But when done with honesty, consent and clear boundaries, can it actually work?

Conversation

The maze of Ayu Utami

Always fearless and unapologetic, Ayu Utami talks about her new novel, why she tackles taboo topics and what her novels mean.

Conversation

Resistance on a plate: Michelle Santoso serves up culinary advocacy

Through social media reels and culinary fundraisers, Michelle Santoso brings resistance to the table, one Palestinian dish at a time.

Culture and Entertainment

Lafa Pratomo, your new pop maestro

His fingerprints were all over some of the most remarkable Indonesian pop tunes of 2024, but 2025 promises to be Lafa Pratomo’s biggest year yet.

Culture and Entertainment

SORE’s sound lives on with Bilal Indrajaya

Indie singer-songwriter Bilal Indrajaya is helping SORE to honor the musical legacy of its late founding member, guitarist and vocalist Ade Paloh.

The Neighborhood

New year, new me, new friends?

In an online-driven world, can an app help you live, laugh and love your way to making genuine new friends offline?

Arts

A collaboration written in the stars: Teater Pandora and Museum MACAN

Teater Pandora’s successful staging of the play Constellations at Museum MACAN signals more partnerships to come in the future. 

Conversation

Maria Ressa on Gen Z, disinformation and the social media world we live in

The Nobel laureate reflects on the challenges facing Gen Z in an era of rapid technological change, urging us to navigate the digital world with critical thinking and accountability.

Culture and Entertainment

Kareem Soenharjo bares all in his third solo album

Known as BAP, Kareem Soenharjo’s latest album is a melancholic showcase of the intense, ugly and real parts of growing as a person.

Away We Go

24 hours at 25hours Hotel

With its eccentric urban design and strategic location, The Oddbird is a quirky home away from home.

Culture and Entertainment

How Juicy Luicy Became Indonesia's Biggest Pop Band

In 2024, the band's latest album, Nonfiksi, anointed these four hopeless romantics as the new kings of pop.

Culture and Entertainment

Gems from the whimsical world of Ghibli

If you’re looking for the perfect family bonding experience, the reported return of Ghibli movies to the big screen will offer nostalgia, warmth and joy for all ages.