Kapanlagi.com - Rio Dewanto said that his only child, Salma Jihane Putri Dewanto, who is now 4 years old, has an interest in the world of art. This is evidenced by his daughter who suddenly wanted to have her own YouTube channel.
"Yes, it seems that she has an interest in the world of art, she asked for her own YouTube channel. Why not, if she wants it, we as parents will support her as much as possible," said Rio Dewanto when met in the Blok M area, South Jakarta, on Wednesday (23/3).
"Suddenly she said, 'Dad, I want to have my own YouTube channel.' So, I looked for a team to help her, and tried to find someone from TV," he continued.
1. Just Directing
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As parents, Rio Dewanto and Atiqah Hasiholan only support and direct their child. Because they see that Salma is already confident when facing the camera.
"On the first day of shooting, I saw that she was extraordinary because she wasn't being directed but she already had the ability of public speaking, even though her arrangement was messy, she was confident and could explore on her own. I don't want to control her because this is her life and her fun, I just give direction so that she can explore more," he said.
2. Not for Money
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The star of the film FILOSOFI KOPI also said that his goal in creating a YouTube channel for his child is not to make money but to allow Salma to learn various things.
"My goal is not to make money. It's more for Salma's learning. But I'll let Sal know who watches this, maybe she has a different goal. If I only provide it," explained Rio Dewanto.
3. Doesn't Want to Follow the Crowd
Unlike other celebrity families on YouTube who showcase their daily household vlogs, Rio Dewanto only shares a little about his activities with his child.
His daughter's YouTube channel, named Salma Jihane, mostly shows Salma playing while learning.
"Why follow the crowd? But if I see that there is nothing important or useful that we can give to society, why should we force it, unless there is something," said Rio Dewanto.
"As for Salma, we try to make it as edutainment as possible. So there is something educational for children," he continued.
4. Child Entering the Entertainment World?
Seeing Salma's talent now, Rio Dewanto doesn't mind if Salma follows in her parents' footsteps as an artist. Because he has already introduced his job to his child. Salma also often accompanies her parents on shooting locations.
"As for me, whatever it is, it's my duty as a parent to introduce it to her, and she chooses it herself, not me. She often joins (me on shooting locations), that's why I have a Hiace car that I turned into a sort of home so she can wait and play," he concluded.
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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.