Entertainment
FFI 2026 Citra Award Nominations: Luisa Adreena, Youngest Nominee
The 2026 FFI Citra Award nominations were announced on Monday night, October 12, 2026, at the Gedung Perusahaan Film Negara (PFN) in Jakarta, and livestreamed on the Festival Film Indonesia YouTube channel, the Ministry of Culture, Indonesiana TV, and Vidio.
Gong Yoo Fan Meeting Jakarta on Oct 17, 2026 at Istora Senayan
The '2026 GONG YOO ASIA FANMEETING TOUR <THE LONG TAKE> in JAKARTA' takes place on Saturday, Oct 17, 2026 at 7 p.m. WIB (Western Indonesia Time) at Istora Senayan, Jakarta; the promoter is Three Mountains Ave.
'Breaking Bad' Star RJ Mitte Dies at 34
RJ Mitte (Roy Frank Mitte III), the actor who played Walter "Flynn" White Jr. in the hit series Breaking Bad, died on Monday (10/12) in Brownsville, Texas, United States, at the age of 34. His representatives confirmed his death to the media.
Ifan Officially Leaves Govinda After Nearly 18 Years Together
Ifan (Muhammad Irfan Hadari) has officially resigned from Govinda; the announcement was made on Monday, 5 October 2026, through Ifan's personal Instagram account and Govinda's official account.
Fermin Aldeguer Breaks Hand at Mandalika MotoGP, Needs Surgery
Gresini Ducati rider Fermin Aldeguer broke his right hand in a crash during the 2026 Indonesian MotoGP race at Mandalika on Sunday (11/10/2026).
Miss Indonesia 2026 Grand Final: Friday 16 October Live on RCTI
The Miss Indonesia 2026 grand final will air live on RCTI on Friday, 16 October 2026 at 15:55 WIB (Western Indonesian Time).
Laut Bercerita Opens 29 October 2026: Mark the Date!
The film Laut Bercerita (The Sea Speaks His Name) officially released its poster and trailer on Wednesday (9/9/2026) and is set for a nationwide release in Indonesian cinemas on 29 October 2026, one day after Youth Pledge Day (Sumpah Pemuda).
NAZA Opens in Indonesia on 16 October 2026
The investigative documentary NAZA by directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor will open in Indonesian cinemas on 16 October 2026.
Street Fighter Film Opens 14 October 2026 in Indonesian Cinemas
The Street Fighter film is scheduled to open in Indonesian cinemas on 14 October 2026, running 119 minutes (1 hour 59 minutes) in the action genre.
Empat Musim Pertiwi Represents Indonesia at the 2027 Oscars
Empat Musim Pertiwi, directed by Kamila Andini, opened in Indonesian cinemas on 8 October 2026, running 137 minutes in the drama-suspense genre.
Andien Opens Fifth Free School, Funded by NFT Royalties
Indonesian singer Andien Aisyah, through her Andien Foundation, has opened the fifth Sekolah Anak Percaya (Children of Faith School) in Kampung Apung, West Jakarta.
Jakarta Film Week 2026: 21-25 October, Theme Encounter
Jakarta Film Week (JFW) 2026 runs from 21 to 25 October 2026 with the theme 'Encounter'; this is the sixth edition of the annual international film festival.
Ghosthing Opens 15 October 2026: Arie Azis Horror Comedy
The horror-comedy film Ghosthing is scheduled to open in Indonesian cinemas on 15 October 2026, running 100 minutes (1 hour 40 minutes).
Raline Shah Resigns as Minister's Special Staff, Returns to Acting
Actress Raline Shah officially resigned as Special Staff to the Minister of Communication and Digital (Menkomdigi) for Global Partnerships and Digital Education, effective Tuesday (13/10/2026).
MUI Urges Government to Cancel Andrea Bocelli Concert in Indonesia
The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has urged the government to cancel Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli's planned concerts in Indonesia; the call was made by MUI foreign relations chief Sudarnoto Abdul Hakim on Saturday (10/10/2026) via MUI Digital.
Kanye West Concert at GBK Oct 24: Tickets, 360 Stage, Full Facts
US rapper now known as YE (Kanye West) held his first-ever solo concert in Indonesia, titled YE Live in Jakarta, on Saturday (24/10/2026) at Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium (SUGBK), Jakarta.
Avenged Sevenfold Rock JIS: 12-Meter Stage and Flame Effects
Avenged Sevenfold (A7X) rocked the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS) on Saturday (10/10/2026) as part of their Asia Tour 2026 Live in Indonesia, promoted by Ravel Entertainment.
Dewa 19's Three Vocalists at SNADA 2026: Ari Lasso, Ello, Virzha
Music group Dewa 19 performed with three vocalists — Ari Lasso, Ello (Marcello Tahitoe) and Virzha — on stage at the SNADA Indonesia 2026 Music Festival.
Anggun C Sasmi at SNADA 2026: Blazing Red Gown by Paris Designer
International singer Anggun C Sasmi delivered a stunning performance at the SNADA Indonesia 2026 Music Festival at Istora Senayan, Central Jakarta, on Saturday (10/10/2026).
Richard Lee to Present Former Supreme Court Justice as Expert Witness
Dr. Richard Lee's legal team plans to present a former Supreme Court of Indonesia justice as an expert witness at the next hearing, scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Why Sarwendah Skipped the Ruben Onsu Breach-of-Contract Hearing
The first hearing of Sarwendah's breach-of-contract lawsuit against Ruben Onsu was held at the South Jakarta District Court on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Jakarta Concert Schedule Oct-Nov 2026: A7X to BABYMONSTER
October 2026: Avenged Sevenfold on October 10 at Jakarta International Stadium (JIS); BABYMONSTER's Choom World Tour on October 17 at Indonesia Arena; LANY's The Soft World Tour on October 29–30 at Indonesia Arena.
11 New K-Dramas in October 2026: Doctor X to Between Steps
Eleven new Korean dramas are scheduled to air throughout October 2026 across streaming platforms.
Doctor X: Mafia in White Synopsis, Kim Ji Won's Medical K-Drama
Doctor X: Mafia in White premiered on October 9, 2026 on SBS (South Korea's Seoul Broadcasting System) and Netflix, with 12 episodes in total.
Indonesian Cinema Schedule October 2026: 35 Films, Street Fighter
Around 35 films hit Indonesian cinemas throughout October 2026; 11 of them are Indonesian horror films.
Julia Stiles Revives Save the Last Dance Moves on DWTS Stage
On "Super Bowl Night" of Dancing with the Stars, Tuesday (10/13/2026), actress Julia Stiles, 45, performed with partner Ezra Sosa a hip-hop-inspired jazz routine set to Jennifer Lopez's "Jenny From the Block".
Tender Beef Rendang Recipe with Rich, Deep Flavor
Rendang was once voted one of the world's most delicious foods in a CNN poll.
Crispy Fried Chicken Recipe That Stays Crunchy for Hours
The key to crispy chicken is double coating: dip in wet batter, dredge in dry flour, and repeat.
Delicious Shrimp Paste Sambal (Sambal Terasi) Recipe
Shrimp paste must be toasted or dry-fried first so its aroma blooms and the flavor turns savory.
How to Remove Yellow Stains from White Clothes with Household Ingredients
Yellow stains around the armpits usually come from a combination of sweat and aluminum-based deodorant.
Special Indonesian Fried Rice (Nasi Goreng) Recipe
Use cold or day-old rice so the texture stays loose and dry when fried.
Eid Cookies: Pineapple Nastar and Cheese Kastengel Recipe
The name nastar comes from the Dutch 'ananas' (pineapple) and 'taart' (tart/pie).
Trendy Cafe-Style Matcha Latte Recipe with Just 3 Ingredients
Matcha powder quality defines the taste; premium matcha is bright green and not too bitter.
How to Wash White Shoes So They Stay Bright and Never Yellow
Harsh chemicals in laundry detergent and dish soap can leave residue that triggers white shoes to yellow.
Spicy Bandung Seblak Recipe with Chewy Crackers
Kencur (aromatic ginger) is seblak's mandatory spice; its distinctive aroma sets this snack apart.
Lamongan Chicken Soup (Soto Ayam) Recipe with Savory Koya
Koya, made from ground fried shrimp crackers and fried garlic, is the hallmark of Lamongan soto.
Melt-in-Your-Mouth Steamed Brownies Recipe (Amanda Style)
Amanda-style steamed brownies are cooked in three layers, with a middle layer of chocolate condensed milk batter.
How to Repel Ants and Cockroaches at Home with Natural Ingredients
Orange peels contain limonene, which insects like ants and cockroaches dislike.
Tender Sweet Soy Grilled Chicken (Ayam Bakar Kecap) Recipe
The chicken must be braised with spices before grilling so it turns tender and absorbs flavor.
How to Clean Stubborn Bathroom Limescale
Bathroom limescale forms from mineral deposits in water, mainly calcium, that build up over time.
How to Care for Houseplants at Home So They Thrive
Check soil moisture by poking a finger 2-3 cm into the soil; water only when the top layer feels dry.
How to Get Rid of Fridge Odors Quickly and Easily
Baking soda absorbs odor molecules from the air rather than just masking them; replace every 1-3 months to stay effective.
Efficient Suitcase Packing Tips for Vacation: Fit More, Stay Neat
The rolling method saves space while reducing wrinkles compared to regular folding.
How to Fix Musty-Smelling Clothes After Washing
Clothes that do not dry completely are the main cause of musty odors, especially during the rainy season.
Best Indonesian Movies of All Time: Top Recommendations
The Raid (2012) earned a 7.6 rating on IMDb and is known as far as the United States as a world-class action film.
How to Watch K-Dramas Legally with Indonesian Subtitles
Legal platforms for K-dramas include Netflix, Viu, iQIYI, WeTV, Disney+ Hotstar, Prime Video, Rakuten Viki, and Vidio.