Mawar de Jongh Multitasking as an Actor and Singer of the OST 'TINGGAL MENINGGAL' - Directorial Debut Film by Kristo Immanuel

Kapanlagi.com - The directorial debut film of Kristo Immanuel, TINGGAL MENINGGAL, has now released its first official trailer, revealing a bit of the story premise that will be presented to the audience. This dark comedy film from the production house Imajinari Pictures is set to hit theaters across Indonesia starting August 14, 2025. Not only the film's content preview, the original soundtrack (OST) titled Tinggal sung by Mawar de Jongh was also launched on the same day.

The list of cast members starring in TINGGAL MENINGGAL includes Omara Esteghlal, Nirina Zubir, Mario Caesar, Ardit Erwandha, Nada Novia, Shindy Huang, and Muhadkly Acho. Mawar de Jongh is also involved in coloring the ensemble cast of the film as one of Gemma's co-workers in the office, known for being smart and brave in upholding the truth.

"When I found out that Mawar could play (Kerin) in this film (and) work with Kristo, I immediately told Mr. Ernest, 'Mr. Ernest, are you going to make the song or not, here?' Then Mr. Ernest said, 'Yes, here for sure, later Kristo will definitely want to make it.' In the music landscape, it's rare for directors (and) actors to make songs together, right? This seems to be the first time, I don’t know if this is true or not. So, it's amazing and frankly, this is the first song written together with Mawar as well." said Yonathan Nugroho, CEO of Trinity Optima Production.

1. Director and Singer Collaborate for OST Production

TINGGAL MENINGGAL releases its first trailer & OST by Mawar de Jongh. (credit: KapanLagi.com/Ratri)

Staying is the OST of the film STAYING DEAD sung by Mawar de Jongh, an actress, singer, and model from Indonesia of Dutch-Batak descent. This song is known to be an original music project for her first film throughout her career in the entertainment industry. In the production process, she collaborated directly with Kristo Immanuel as the writer and director to create the right melody.

"When they collab made the song in the studio, right after the recording, I immediately sent it to Koh Ernest and Dipa, 'Listen to this, okay?' (However), Kristo and Mawar weren't satisfied just like that (with the result. In the end) they worked on it again, fixed it again, until the result was frankly amazing and I was very happy." said Yonathan while sharing his experience during the journey of creating the OST STAYING DEAD.

In addition, Ernest Prakasa as one of the producers behind the film revealed that the roles given by him, Dipa Andika, and the management of Mawar de Jongh did not contribute much in working on the song. Kristo and the singer herself were actually the ones who poured out many ideas until the OST was finished being produced.

"Mawar is indeed one of the main characters here, (and) she is also a singer too. Honestly, I and Pak Yonatan didn't interfere much, though. It was just the two of them having fun with their ideas, we just listened (to the song and assessed), 'Oh, yes, (the song) is good. Continue!' like that. So, not many corrections and just a little input." Added the comedian and founder of Imajinari Pictures.

2. First Upbeat Song from Mawar De Jongh

TINGGAL MENINGGAL releases the first trailer & OST by Mawar de Jongh. (credit: KapanLagi.com/Ratri)

Mawar admitted that she was immediately interested in singing the song Tinggal when Kristo came and made her listen to the demo version for the first time. Although the beautiful star, who is the girlfriend of actor Bryan Domani, is not used to dealing with songs that are full of spirit and fast-paced, this challenge did not dampen her enthusiasm. She negotiated a lot with Kristo until both of them managed to find a common ground.

"It's exciting to write with Mawar because I get a perspective from a woman too. Because initially, when I gave this song to Mawar and the Trinity team, they also told me, 'Oh, the song is kind of too masculine, huh?' In the end, it was changed little by little by Mawar." said Kristo Immanuel.

3. Kristo Immanuel Debuts as Director

TINGGAL MENINGGAL releases the first trailer & OST by Mawar de Jongh. (credit: KapanLagi.com/Ratri)

According to Kristo Immanuel's statement made during a press conference on Wednesday (04/06/2025) at Metropole XXI, his desire to pursue a career as a director has been rooted in his heart since he was in the fourth or fifth grade of elementary school. At that time, he admitted that he was fond of working on several short film projects—a manifestation of his dream to become a director and screenwriter in the future.

One day, the content he created went viral on social media and reached the social media algorithm of Ernest Prakasa. The comedian then expressed his admiration for Kristo's content personally and mentioned that one day he wanted to collaborate on a project with him. This invitation eventually materialized five years later through TINGGAL MENINGGAL with the help of his wife, Jessica Tjiu. The story idea developed in the film is based on Kristo's personal experiences as a child.

"Honestly (when) the first time the story was pitched, I felt—yeah, like my friends could see the trailer—lying to get attention, dying turned into a joke, I kind of (thought), 'Wow, this is heavy too, but just try to write it down first (the script) fully. I want to read the script.' After reading the script and seeing what the character Gema is like, seeing the comedy, I felt this will be something that aligns (with the principles) me and Dipa (that we) always want to pursue: Whatever we create must have uniqueness, must have something fresh, and TINGGAL MENINGGAL very much meets that criteria." Responded Ernest Prakasa.

4. A Brief Overview of the Film TINGGAL MENINGGAL

TINGGAL MENINGGAL released the first trailer & OST by Mawar de Jongh. (credit: instagram.com/tingning.official)

Gema (Omara Esteghlal) is a man who always feels lonely. He has never had close friends since childhood until now, as he reaches adulthood and works at a company. One day, he is shocked by the news that his father has passed away. The attention of those around him begins to focus on him with the aim of comforting him.

However, Gema starts to lose the attention of many people as time goes by. This makes him anxious because he does not want to become a person trapped in the abyss of loneliness again. A crazy thought begins to haunt his mind: If he says that another family member has died, people will not stop being by his side.

5. Lyrics of the Song Mawar De Jongh - Tinggal (OST Film TINGGAL MENINGGAL)

TINGGAL MENINGGAL released the first trailer & OST by Mawar de Jongh. (credit: instagram.com/trinityoptima)

The song Tinggal tells the story of someone who wants to apologize to another person. However, on the other hand, they already feel fed up, even though deep down there is a sincere feeling buried about wanting to change for the better. Therefore, they continue to plead for the other person's open-heartedness, who has been wronged by them, until the 'victim' is tired of hearing their apologies.

Original soundtrack by Mawar de Jongh for the film TINGGAL MENINGGAL has been released and can be listened to anytime through various online music streaming platforms. Here are the complete lyrics of the song.

Alone, squeezed in an empty space between silence
Regretting the quiet left by memories
In your midst, I want to, embrace with your attention
Longing for the tone of dialogue, warmth, smiles, that cliché

Stay, and don’t leave me
May I repeat time?
Stay, let me express my regret
Until you are tired
Stay and don’t leave me

(Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)

Thousands of calls, I fear you won’t heed
Could we create nostalgia in the future?
In your midst, I want to, embrace with your attention
Longing for the tone of dialogue, warmth, smiles, that cliché

Stay, and don’t leave me
May I repeat time?
Stay, let me express my regret
Until you are tired
Stay and don’t leave me

(Don’t
Don’t leave me)

Stay, and don’t leave me
May I repeat time?
Stay, let me express my regret
Until you are tired
Stay and don’t die

Stay and don’t leave me

(kpl/rtr)