Awesome! These 5 Indonesian Films Depict Love Struggles That Will Make You Emotional, from 'LONDON LOVE STORY' to 'MARIPOSA'

Kapanlagi.com - Usually, romantic films are highly sought after by young people nowadays, especially girls. Romantic films are synonymous with sweet love stories and happy endings, making the audience believe that the love stories in the films are real.

The audience is often captivated by the love struggles of the characters involved in romantic films. It's no wonder that some Indonesian films often create a buzz with their stories and the chemistry of the main couples.

For KLovers who love watching romantic films, KapanLagi.com has a list of recommended Indonesian films that are both romantic and dramatic, especially because they portray someone's struggle to find true love. Check out the list below!

1. LONDON LOVE STORY

LONDON LOVE STORY (Credit: IMDb)

The first one is the couple Caramel (Michelle Ziudith) and Dave (Dimas Anggara), they are the main characters in the film LONDON LOVE STORY which was released in 2016. The love destiny of this couple grows in London with various pasts that have been experienced by both Caramel and Dave.

Dave's warm personality and his ability to break Caramel's disbelief in love, make the audience deeply moved by Dave's actions to win her love. With the success of this film, it's no wonder there is a second sequel (2017) and a third sequel (2018) in the film LONDON LOVE STORY.

2. WEDDING AGREEMENT

WEDDING AGREEMENT (Credit: IMDb)

Next, we have Indah Permatasari and Refal Hady who play roles in the film WEDDING AGREEMENT which was released in 2019. Bian's (Refal Hady) cold attitude towards Tary (Indah Permatasari) after their arranged marriage by Bian's mother deeply hurts the audience.

However, Tary tries hard to make her husband love and accept her sincerely. Tary's determination is proven in the final scene of this film, where Bian's desperate search for his missing wife for several days is clearly shown.

3. IMPERFECT

IMPERFECT (Credit: IMDb)

Next is the movie IMPERFECT that was released in 2019. Jessica Mila, who plays the main character in this film, is able to portray the character Rara very well.

In this film, Rara is portrayed as a chubby woman with dark skin. She has a successful career in her company, but she faces body shaming from her superiors and colleagues, which almost leads her to despair in her relationship.

Fortunately, she has a boyfriend like Dika who always supports her career and loves Rara so much. Dika, played by Reza Rahardian, successfully plays his role very well, allowing him to maintain their relationship.

4. TEMAN TAPI MENIKAH

FRIENDS BUT MARRIED (Credit: IMDb)

Another romantic Indonesian film is based on the true story of artists Ayudia Bing Slamet and her husband Ditto. Ayu, played by Vanesha Prescilla, and Ditto, played by Adipati Dolken.

In this film, they have known each other since junior high school and have been friends for 11 years. It turns out that Ditto has had feelings for Ayu more than just as a friend and has been trapped in the friendzone.

Finally, Ayu tells Ditto that she has to marry someone great. Ditto's struggle to win her heart is neatly packaged in the film TEMAN TAPI MENIKAH which was released in 2018.

5. MARIPOSA

MARIPOSA (Credit: IMDb)

The last romantic film is MARIPOSA which was released in 2020 and starred Zara Adhisty as Acha and Angga Yunandha as Iqbal. Both characters are portrayed as high school students who are geniuses but have different personalities.

Acha, who tends to be cheerful and a little flirtatious towards Iqbal, is very contrasting to Iqbal, who is cold and has a sharp tongue. Acha's struggle to melt Iqbal's heart, which is as hard as a stone, will make the audience adore her.

This article was written by: Vici Erta.

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