Profile of Timo Tjahjanto, Renowned Indonesian Director Set to Direct 'BEEKEEPER 2' with Jason Statham

Kapanlagi.com - The Indonesian film industry has once again recorded a proud achievement. Timo Tjahjanto, a filmmaker known for his horror and brutal action works, is now trusted to direct the sequel to THE BEEKEEPER 2. This film is a continuation of THE BEEKEEPER (2024), which was previously directed by David Ayer and starred Jason Statham.

This announcement marks a significant step in Timo Tjahjanto's career, who was also previously appointed to direct NOBODY 2, an eagerly awaited action film. The trust given by Hollywood to Timo further strengthens his position as one of the talented directors capable of competing in the international film industry.

The first THE BEEKEEPER tells the story of Adam Clay, a former agent of the secret organization "Beekeepers", who embarks on a mission of revenge after his friend becomes a victim of cybercrime. With Jason Statham's signature action style, this film successfully attracted the attention of action movie lovers. Now, the second sequel will be directed by Timo, who is known for his intense and suspenseful cinematic approach. Let's take a closer look:

1. The Beginning of Timo Tjahjanto's Journey in the Film World

Profile of Timo Tjahjanto. (instagram/timobros)

Timo Tjahjanto was born on September 4, 1980, in Wilhelmshaven, Germany. His interest in the film world began in childhood when he and his brother accidentally watched the legendary horror film PSYCHO (1960) by Alfred Hitchcock. That experience left a deep impression and sparked his interest in the horror and thriller genres.

In addition to PSYCHO, Timo was also inspired by the horror film IT, which features the creepy clown Pennywise. His fear of horror films actually motivated him to turn that fear into a work of art.

2. Education and Early Career in the Film Industry

Profile of Timo Tjahjanto. (instagram/timobros)

To pursue his dreams, Timo continued his education at the School of Visual Arts, Australia, in 2000. During college, he met Kimo Stamboel, who later became his creative partner in the film industry.

The two formed the directing duo "The Mo Brothers" and began working on short films. One of their early works that gained attention was the horror film Dara, which later developed into a feature film titled RUMAH DARA (2010).

3. Success with Horror and Brutal Action Films

Profile of Timo Tjahjanto. (instagram/timobros)

The success of Rumah Dara opened doors for Timo and Kimo to continue creating. Some of the films they produced include:

• KILLERS (2013)
• HEADSHOT (2016)
• THE NIGHT COMES FOR US (2018)
• SEBELUM IBLIS MENJEMPUT (2018)
• SEBELUM IBLIS MENJEMPUT AYAT 2 (2020)

4. Diving into Hollywood

Profile of Timo Tjahjanto. (instagram/timobros)

Timo's success in directing action and horror films has caught the attention of Hollywood. In 2023, he was announced as the director of NOBODY 2, the sequel to the action film starring Bob Odenkirk.

Not stopping there, Timo has achieved another milestone by being entrusted to direct THE BEEKEEPER 2. The shooting process for this film is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2025, with Jason Statham remaining as the lead actor.

5. Personal Life

Profile of Timo Tjahjanto. (instagram/timobros)

Behind his success, Timo also leads a harmonious family life. He married Sigi Wimala, an actress and model from Indonesia, on November 7, 2009.

From this marriage, they were blessed with two children, Maxine Sara and Alex Tjahjanto. Despite being busy with his career in the film industry, Timo still makes time for his family.

That is the profile of Timo Tjahjanto. Stay tuned for more celebrity news. If not now, when?

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