Profile of Gala Gea, Runner Up of Indonesia's Next Top Model, Making a Scene as Andre Taulany's Secretary in 'LAPOR PAK!'

Kapanlagi.com - Written by Rachel Carisa Oswandi

The comedy show LAPOR PAK! featuring a series of famous Indonesian comedians always presents interesting guest stars, one of whom is the beautiful model named Gala Gea. Her arrival as Andre Taulany's new secretary in one of the episodes in 2021 caught the attention of viewers because of her beauty. Not only beautiful, Gea is also loved by the audience for her funny behavior.

This short-haired beauty is not just any model, she is the runner-up of the prestigious competition, Indonesia's Next Top Model (INTM) Cycle 1. Her appearance in the first season of INTM was the beginning of Gea's career in the entertainment world. After finishing the competition, Gea became active as a social media influencer who often entertains netizens with her funny content.

Gea was also previously a public discussion when she revealed the dark side of the modeling industry on Deddy Corbuzier's podcast. In addition, Gea also shared her story of not being well appreciated despite being the second-place winner in Indonesia's Next Top Model Cycle 1. Despite going through many hardships, Gea is now known by netizens as a beautiful and humorous model. Want to know more about Gea? Let's check out her profile below!

1. Gala Gea Profile

Gala Gea's Portrait (instagram.com/galagea_)

The model with the full name Galatia Gea Amanda Laurence Lim was born on August 24, 1996 in Tangerang, Banten. Gea pursued her education at SMAK BPK Penabur, Gading Serpong, and continued her studies at Lasalle College Jakarta.

To support her passion in the field of modeling, Gea also took courses at JIM Academy, OQ Modelling and Manner School, and Kimmy Jayanti Modelling School. As a model, Gea has a height of 177 cm. She was even called tall by the INTM audience at that time.

2. Journey to Become the Runner Up of INTM Cycle 1

Gala Gea INTM (instagram.com/galagea_ )

Gea participated in Indonesia's Next Top Model Cycle 1 in 2020 as a representative from Jakarta. Throughout the competition, Gea achieved FCO (First Call Out), which is the highest achievement for contestants, twice. Gea also won 6 challenges during the competition.

To win the first place title, Gea had to compete against another model named Danella Ilene. During the Grand Final, Gea had to do a photoshoot and a challenging catwalk wearing magnificent clothing. Unfortunately, Gea only managed to come out as the second winner at that time.

3. Modeling Career

Photoshoot Gala Gea (instagram.com/udaeki)

Since her achievement as the runner-up of INTM Cycle 1, her career as a model has also risen. She has appeared in several prestigious runways such as Jakarta Fashion Week, Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite Launching Fashion Show, Samsung Galaxy New Series Fashion Show, and many more.

Gea has also become a model for several television commercials from well-known brands such as Tokopedia, Blibli, Wardah, and others. This 27-year-old girl has also appeared in several fashion magazines such as Femina, Cosmogirl, and Tabloid Nova.

4. Becoming a Comedy TikToker

Gala Gea TikTok (tiktok.com/@galagea_)

Although it is contrary to her modeling career, Gea currently exists on social media as a TikToker with comedy content. One of her most viral TikTok content is when she cosplays as a tantrum-throwing elementary school student with full powder on her face. The video has garnered 11.2 million viewers since it was uploaded in 2021.

She is loved by the audience because of her random and dedicated behavior. Regardless of her identity as a model, Gea dares to appear with a funny and eccentric face.

5. Hobby Cosplay

Gala Gea Cosplay (instagram.com/galagea_ )

Career in the fashion industry, Gea also has a hobby of cosplaying various anime characters. Judging from her personal Instagram account, she has cosplayed as Giorno from the anime JOJO'S BIZARRE ADVENTURE, Tanjirou from DEMON SLAYER, and Rapi from the game GODDES OF VICTORY: NIKKE. Photoshoots and costume selections are also seen to be very thorough due to her background as a top model in Indonesia.

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