When foreigners drop flawless Manado or Javanese slang, comment sections go wild 😮‍💨 Context – Since mid-2020, expats and mixed-heritage families have turned TikTok into a crash course in Indonesia’s 700+ dialects. From Sulawesi-tinged “karu eh” to deep Javanese “kowe piye,” these creators bridge cultures, mine comedy, and rack up millions of FYP views. See it in action - @buletobelo hoists a “semangka monster” while chatting in Manado like a native. https://www.tiktok.com/@buletobelo/video/7522627738700762374 TikTok - @londokampung perfects fast-paced ngoko Javanese, leaving locals shook. https://www.tiktok.com/@londokampung.official/video/7462568289898712327 TikTok - @im_elpanda switches between Manado and Sangihe in one breath. https://www.tiktok.com/@im_elpanda/video/7479292653750717704 TikTok - Fresh drop: @londokampung teaching “stupid” in deep Jawa two days ago. https://www.tiktok.com/@londokampung.official/video/7525684995856289032 TikTok Why it matters - Dialek content humanises bule creators and spotlights Indonesia’s linguistic diversity, earning sky-high engagement. - Brands can tap these polyglot personalities for region-targeted campaigns without heavy localisation budgets.

yooooooo, I got the premiere to watching the movie first. The name of the movie is gowok kamasutra jawa, this movie explains about one of the professions of women in past times. where the profession of 'gowok' is assigned to teach men to know women's bodies, especially when having sex. this is carried out later on the first night, men can satisfy their wives. people who can use this service are only nobles, priyayi, and aristocrats. yes I know this is taboo in Indonesia, but what's wrong with learning from all aspects?? *hope the bule comments somethin, this community so barren

Did You Know? A bullied boy with big dreams just beat the most viral horror in Indonesian history. Yep, JUMBO is now the #1 most-watched film in Indonesia—surpassing KKN di Desa Penari. 🎬 Made by Us, for Everyone - Directed by Ryan Adriandhy (yup, his debut) - Produced by Anggia Kharisma & the powerhouse Visinema Pictures - Animated by 400+ local artists over 5 years - Released during Lebaran 2025—and won every heart in the room 📈 Record-Breaking Stats - 10.07 million viewers → edging out KKN (10.06M) - Indonesia’s top-grossing animated film ever, beating Frozen 2 - International rollout starts June 2025 in 17 countries 🌍 🌟 Why This Is a Turning Point - Puts original animation on the mainstream map in Indo - Signals a shift from formula (horror, romcoms) to bold, heartfelt storytelling - Inspires real investment: Visinema’s already eyeing $10M+ for what’s next #JumboUntukSemua This isn’t just a film win. It’s a flag planted for Indonesian creativity—crafted with care, and built to travel.

This is proof that history is being written by the victor—with the blood of the defeated. And Indonesia today? The people have lost our voice to the manipulation of our so-called democracy. One of the most recent urgent concerns, among many unresolved human rights cases, is this: the current government is literally re-writing our history. President Prabowo Subianto’s administration is preparing a 10-volume national history series, set to be released on Indonesia’s 80th Independence Day in 2025. The Culture Ministry claims it’s a “nation-building” effort to strengthen identity. But many fear it’s a dangerous act of revisionism. Critics warn this project may sanitize Indonesia’s darkest chapters—especially those involving military abuses and authoritarian rule—and erase the voices of the victims. Watch here: https://vt.tiktok.com/ZShEHRXwW/ The histories they are trying to erase -- What happened in 1995 & 1998: 🩸 1965–66: Anti-Communist Massacres After a failed coup blamed on the PKI, the military launched a purge: over 500,000 people were killed—communists, ethnic Chinese, leftists. General Suharto seized power through this violence, launching the New Order regime. Declassified CIA and UK documents show foreign complicity. Victims were never fully acknowledged. No justice. 🔥 1998: Reformasi & the Fall of Suharto Triggered by economic collapse, protests erupted. On May 12, four students were killed by military forces at Trisakti. Jakarta exploded in riots—Chinese communities were targeted. Elite troops under Prabowo kidnapped and tortured pro-democracy activists. Suharto stepped down. Reformasi began. But many victims remain missing. 🔇 Today: The Silencing Continues Indonesia’s democratic space is shrinking. Activists, students, and artists face increasing repression: - ITB Student Arrested – Detained in May 2025 for posting an AI meme of Jokowi and Prabowo kissing. Political satire met with police action. - Haris Azhar & Fatia Maulidiyanti – Tried for exposing military-business collusion in Papua. - West Papua Activists – Peaceful protests met with arrests, surveillance, intimidation.

Nestled within the bustling Jembatan Item flea market in Jatinegara, East Jakarta, Kongsi 8 is a unique, collectively-run space that serves as a studio, shop, and canteen. Founded in 2021 by artists Icha (Hai Rembulan) and Rangga Kuzuma, it was envisioned as a sanctuary for women and queer artists seeking community and creative expression. See it in action - A visitor shares their delightful experience at Kongsi 8: TikTok - Intimate live performance by Frau at Kongsi 8's Irama Bunga Vol.5 - Kongsi 8's vibrant community events and updates: https://www.instagram.com/kongsi.8/ Why it matters - Kongsi 8 exemplifies how grassroots initiatives can foster inclusive spaces for marginalized communities, particularly women and queer individuals, in Indonesia's creative scene. - Its model of a multifunctional, community-driven space offers inspiration for creators worldwide looking to build supportive environments for diverse artistic expression.