12 Films Starring Raditya Dika, Number 8 Shown Abroad

JAKARTA – Raditya Dika known as a comic who has books and films that can make you laugh. Yes, apart from being a comedian, Raditya Dika is also a writer, director, actor and content creator on YouTube.

Raditya Dika started his career by writing books that were inspired by many of his personal lives until they were adapted film starring himself as the main character, and even directing the film he made.

As a comedian, Raditya Dika’s comedy film is a fresh spectacle full of humor that makes the audience laugh. Here are 12 movie recommendations Raditya Dika is fun and full of laughter.

1. Love Brontosaurus

Cinta Brontosaurus aired in 2013 based on Raditya Dika’s novel with the same title. This comedy drama film tells the story of Dika’s (Raditya Dika) journey in his love life as well as the drama between the novel and the film script. Love Brontosaurus was also enlivened by Soleh Solihun, Eriska Reinisa, Meriam Bellina, and Tyas Mirasih.

2. Half Man Half Salmon

Half Salmon Man tells the story of Dika, a writer who has to move from the house he has lived in since childhood and faces difficulties in letting go of things related to his life there, including his old love. Dika has to try to adapt to his new house and his new love story, but he still thinks about his ex.

Half Man Half Salmon starring Raditya Dika, Eriska Reinisa, Soleh Solihun, Kimberly Ryder, Dewi Irawan, and Bucek Depp, adapted from Raditya Dika’s novel with the same title.

3. Pink Marmot

Raditya Dika’s comedy drama film, which was adapted from his novel, was broadcast in 2014. Marmut Merah Jambu tells the story of Dika and his first love in high school named Ina, his friendship with Cindy, and the mystery he has to solve with a group of detectives created with friends. This film also stars Christoffer Nelwan, Franda, Kamga Mo, Tio Pakusadewo, Dewi Irawan, and Bucek Depp.

4. Sunday night Miko Movie

Malam Minggu Miko Movie is based on the web series with the same title about the journey of Miko’s love story which always fails and is suspicious of the curse that befell her. Dovi, who lives in the same rented house as Miko, also has to face the hassle of studying and Anca, a housemaid, with the drama of her wedding preparations.

Malam Minggu Miko Movie is directed and stars Raditya Dika, as well as Ryan Adriandhy, Andovi da Lopez, Hadian Saputra, Henky Solaiman, Mentari de Marelle, and Sheila Dara.

5. Single

Single tells the story of Ebi, who is single and never goes out again because he is always rejected. However, Ebi tried again to find a boyfriend so he could take him to his brother’s wedding. In his efforts, Ebi has to face challenges from other men to get close to the beautiful girl he loves.

This film was released in 2015, starring Raditya Dika, Pandji Pragiwaksono, Chandra Liow, Annisa Rawles, Pandji Pragiwaksono, and Babe Cabita. Single is the first film directed and acted by Raditya Dika with an original screenplay.

6. Single Part 2

Released as a sequel to Single (2015), Single Part 2 still tells the story of Ebi, who is almost 30 years old and is still single. Ebi is again trying to give up his single status before he is 30 years old. Single Part 2 is again directed and starring Raditya Dika, plus Annisa Rawles, Yoga Arizona, Ridwan Remin, Arif Muhammad, and Mentari Novel.

7. Kumal Koala

Koala Kumal aired in 2016 based on Raditya Dika’s novel. This film tells the story of Dika who canceled his marriage after his girlfriend, Andrea, cheated on him, so he had difficulty continuing to write the last chapter of his book due to a broken heart. Dika’s life changed when he met Trisna who helped him from his arranged marriage.

Koala Kumal stars Raditya Dika, Acha Septriasa, Sheryl Sheinafia, and is one of the Indonesian films that has the most cameo artists.

8. Hangout

Hangout tells the story of 9 public figures who are invited to a villa on a remote island to discuss a big project. However, panic began to set in when Mathias Muchus was poisoned to death. They are all trapped on the island and trying to survive when one by one they start to die. The enigmatic plot of this film is wrapped in comedic humor that will make you laugh out loud.

Hangout stars Raditya Dika, Prilly Latuconsina, Soleh Solihun, Titi Kamal, Mathias Muchus, Surya Saputra, Dinda Kanya Dewi, Gading Marten and Bayu Skak. This film was nominated in the Best Original Screenwriter category at the 2017 Indonesian Film Festival. Hangout was also screened at the Okinawa International Film Festival in 2017.

9. The Guys

The Guys is a comedy film starring Raditya Dika, Pevita Pearce, Widyawati, Tarzan, Marthino Lio, Indra Jegel, and Pukhai, an actor from Thailand. This film tells the story of Alfi and the woman he loves who is the daughter of his boss. The story doesn’t stop there, Alfi also tries to realize his dream of becoming a boss with the help of his friends.

10. Target

Target tells the story of 9 people who are trapped in a game in an empty building that could threaten their lives. Only one of them can survive the game. This action-comedy film was broadcast in 2018, starring Raditya Dika, Cinta Laura Kiehl, Samuel Rizal, Willy Dozan, Abdur Arsyad, Hifdzi Khoir, Ria Ricis, Romy Rafael, and Anggika Bolsterli.

11. Male Goat

Kambing Jantan, which was adapted from Raditya Dika’s novel, was broadcast in 2009. This film tells the story of Dika’s journey to find his identity when he felt he didn’t fit in with the finance education he took in Adelaide, Australia. Dika is also dealing with love problems due to his LDR.

This film was directed by Rudi Soedjarwo and starred by Raditya Dika, Herfiza Novianti, Edric Tjandra, and Sarah Shafitri.

12. Love in Cardboard

Cinta Dalam Kardus aired in 2013, telling the story of Miko who tries to do stand-up comedy and instead tells about 21 items belonging to his ex that he left behind and kept in a cardboard box. Cinta Dalam Kardus is directed by Salman Aristo and stars Raditya Dika, Ryan Adriandhy, and Hadian Saputra.

That’s the review of 12 recommended Raditya Dika films. Which is your favorite? MG/Kayla Nathaniel Bilbina

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