Ray Sahetapy Has Unfulfilled Dreams, Tio Pakusadewo Reveals Their Plans

Kapanlagi.com - The passing of legendary actor Ray Sahetapy leaves a deep sorrow for many, including his friend, Tio Pakusadewo. Besides being known as a talented actor, Ray also had a deep love for music. Unfortunately, there were plans they never got to realize together.

When met at the Sentosa Block C funeral home on Wednesday (2/4/2025), Tio revealed that they had plans to create a joint project related to music and acting.

"Yes. We wanted to create something; we are actors. We also share a love for music. Ray's life was like a notation. He was skilled at the flute, percussion, and also proficient at the piano. As for me, maybe the harmonica. We both had similarities in that regard. We had plans, you know," said Tio.

For Ray and Tio, being an actor is not just about understanding characters, but also about understanding rhythm in the arts.

"An actor should not only know the character but must also understand the rhythm, conveying the understanding that detail can start from a beat. That’s what we want to convey," he said.

1. Memories of the Last Meeting

The last time Tio met Ray was at a birthday celebration. At that time, he had already seen his friend's condition starting to decline.

"At that time, it was a birthday. He was already starting to get sick, walking slowly. I last played a frame in Identitas," he reminisced.

2. A Figure Who Loved His Homeland

Ray was known as a figure who always defended and campaigned for the culture of the archipelago. According to Tio, Ray's love for Indonesia was immense.

"He had a great love for Indonesia to the point of deciding many things about the archipelago as a way out. He always guided and campaigned for his own nation," he revealed.

Now, Ray has passed away. However, his spirit and thoughts will live on in his works that have provided much inspiration. "May his soul rest in Husnul Khatimah," Tio concluded with emotion.

(kpl/aal/ums)