After Captivating 23 Million Readers, The Other Side Novel Finally Adapted into a Film

Kapanlagi.com - Many talented young writers, not a few stories on Wattpad are adapted into a film or series. The same goes for one of the popular stories read by 23 million readers on Wattpad. The novel The Other Side will be adapted for the big screen. As the author, Alya Ranti is certainly very proud and enthusiastic about the film project The Other Side.

She explained that the idea of making the film was discussed by the production house Lingkar Film when her novel had only 13 million readers. Not only that, Alya also had the opportunity to be involved in the screenplay development of her novel for the film.

"So when this novel was read 13 million times, many production houses contacted me to adapt it into a film. But I haven't found a production house that suits my heart, until I met Lingkar Film," said Alya Ranti in a virtual press conference on Tuesday (1/3).

"I am involved in the screenplay development. There were many discussions for the script and casting," she continued.

1. Hoping the Message Can Be Delivered

photo credit:Irfan Kafril

For fans of Alya Ranti's novels, they are certainly excited to know that The Other Side will be made into a film. Readers of the novel The Other Side have responded positively to the plan of adapting the story into a film. Nevertheless, Alya still hopes that when the film production is finished, the message contained in the novel and the film can be conveyed properly.

"When it was announced to the readers, they also liked the choice of Lingkar Film. I really like The Other Side being in the right hands. I hope this film not only entertains but also provides educational value," said Alya Ranti.

2. A Brief Spoiler About The Other Side

photo credit:Irfan Kafril

It is known that the novel The Other Side tells the story of Alea, a 16-year-old teenager who decides to move from Jakarta to Bandung because she wants to forget her ex-boyfriend Reynand, who cheated on her with her own friend. Alea enrolls in Gempita High School. Alea, who wants to keep herself busy in order to forget about Reynand, decides to join the student council.

Wow, the storyline sounds really interesting, doesn't it? Especially since love stories like this often happen during school days. For KLovers, it is a must to watch The Other Side when it is released. Can it bring back high school memories?

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