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Lyodra is stepping into her 'diva' era

Her second album Melangkah (Stepping Forward) showcases her growth as an artist and solidifies her place as one of Indonesia’s rising pop stars.

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Prilly, Dikta and the art of cathartic cinema

The actors team up in Bolehkah Sekali Saja Kumenangis (May I Cry Just Once), a powerful drama exploring family issues and mental health.

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Finding comedy in tragedy, the artist's way

Indonesian comic artists are finding new ways to connect with audiences and embrace creative freedom, balancing humor, social critique and the challenges of modern storytelling.

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Ready, set, cook: How cooking shows transcend entertainment

Competitive cooking shows have been a highway to fame for many aspiring chefs, and some industry experts hope they can do the same for Indonesian artisanal ingredients.

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Jordan Susanto is searching his soul

Flirtatious in its lyricism, Jordan’s debut album blends the timeless essence of soul with modern pop sensibilities. Are we witnessing the birth of a new music heartthrob?

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The rise of Jakarta’s bite-sized tastemakers

With their curated content and authentic connections, nano and micro influencers are increasingly shaping dining choices in the city.

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The state of Gen Alpha digital play

‘Roblox’, ‘Minecraft’ and a brief conversation with Gen Alpha kids to figure out the current meta.

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Old sound, new nation

Voice of Baceprot is the latest in a long line of artists, bands and musicians who have broken the barriers of language, genre and ever-changing trends to make it big in an international forum.

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Highlighting LGBTQ representation in pop culture

The series was well-received by Indonesia’s LGBT communities. CONQ’s tagline was “The Voice of Indonesia’s Gay and Lesbian Community.” Rest in peace, gone, silenced, but never forgotten.

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Dear Taylor: Look what you made us do

The American singer-songwriter’s greatest power is her ability to unite people across all walks of life to create a global community, which also translates into a real-life economic impact, whether on nations or small businesses.

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Must-see homegrown silver-screen adaptations

Yes, we’re well aware of the issues with screen adaptations of literary masterpieces. And yes, some really good reads have been massacred on screen, whether because of the artistic liberties taken, the stars cast or even the way the scenes fail to live up to your imagination. But when they work, they REALLY work.

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‘A Space For The Unbound’: Trailblazing with cultural identity

The critically acclaimed Indonesian adventure video game gains global acclaim by delivering a deeply compelling narrative

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To my horror, it’s just a movie!

The upsurge of horror movies shown in the theaters in Indonesia makes one wonder: how is the Indonesian audience being molded by film producers? Or is it the other way around, with the audience dictating the film market?

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‘Mega Mega’, the musical: A triumphant revisiting of a classic

In celebration of Teater Keliling’s 50th anniversary, the revival of the timeless tragicomedy-drama Mega Mega, with all-new original music, perfectly captures the magic of theater in a hilarious, yet moving package.

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Celebrating women on screen and in print

In marking International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8, why not spend the weekend celebrating the strong women and girls around you? Not because we told you to, but because they deserve love, appreciation and empowerment.