This is How Raffi Ahmad Brings Progress to the Region

"This cinema will become the new economic epicenter in the regions," said Raffi when met in Cibadak, Sukabumi, Thursday (5/12/2024).

Sam's Studios, which was inaugurated simultaneously in 17 cities and regencies, is a concrete step to introduce quality entertainment to areas that have not been reached by major cinema networks like XXI. Raffi believes that the acceleration being carried out opens up new opportunities, especially in regencies like Sukabumi.   "This step is extraordinary. I admire that cinemas are opened in areas that have long been less accessible to modern entertainment," added the husband of Nagita Slavina.

Sonu Samtani, the CEO of Sam's Studios, explained that this cinema will focus on Indonesian films. "It will only screen Indonesian films, and specifically on Saturdays and Sundays, it will show children's movies," he said.

This simultaneous inauguration covers Sukabumi, Cianjur, Subang, to Probolinggo. Support also comes from Giring Ganesha, the Deputy Minister of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia.

Giring emphasized that the government is ready to help overcome licensing obstacles for the construction of cinemas in various regions. "Report to us if there are any obstacles, the government will assist," Giring asserted. 

Ahmad highlighted five positive impacts of the presence of this cinema, one of which is the increase in job opportunities. "Most of the staff and workers at Sam’s Studios will come from local residents. This is a concrete step that can drive the local economy," said Raffi.

In addition, the culinary area around the cinema also supports micro, small, and medium enterprises (UMKM). Raffi considers this in line with President Prabowo Subianto's directive to advance UMKM in Indonesia. "The presence of cinemas like this will encourage the growth of UMKM," he added.

Sonu Samtani is optimistic that this step will have a significant impact, both for Indonesian cinema and the regional economy. With a network of cinemas spread out, local producers now have more opportunities to showcase their work.