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Tinggal Meninggal: How Kristo Imanuel dares moviegoers to laugh at death
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Though the hit show’s latest season wrapped weeks ago, its portrayal of Asians still deserves scrutiny.
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Raissa Ramadhani is officially missing you
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Andi Rianto wants you to listen to his heart
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Qodrat 2 delivers grand horror with a soulful core
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As the Oscars shine upon more international films, Indonesia might want to rethink its strategy to break into the global spotlight.
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The new and unstoppable energy of Nidji
The album Manifestasi Hati marks a new chapter for the legendary pop-rock band and, most likely, its greatest milestone yet.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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In 2024, the band's latest album, Nonfiksi, anointed these four hopeless romantics as the new kings of pop.
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