Nugie Feels Less Confident Acting with Happy Salma in the Latest Horror Film

Kapanlagi.com - Musician Agustinus Gusti Nugroho, or better known as Nugie, is involved in the latest horror film directed by Rudi Soedjarwo titled Primbon. In this film, Nugie plays Banyu, who has a wife named Dini played by Happy Salma.

Nugie revealed his experience shooting with actress Happy Salma. The singer of the song 'Burung Gereja' feels less confident being paired with Happy Salma in the film produced by Cakra Film and Maxima Pictures.

"I am paired with our idol. I know Happy as someone with a long track record in acting, in films, in culture. So when I was paired with Happy, I felt less confident," said Nugie in a press conference at XXI Epicentrum, South Jakarta, on Monday (7/8/2023).

Nugie already knows how director Rudi Soedjarwo works when making a film. That's what makes it easier for him to build chemistry with Happy Salma.

"When we were reading the script, Rudi Soedjarwo's style doesn't involve reading. That's where I have chemistry, and Happy has a magnet for her co-stars to immerse themselves," he said.

"If I were to say caliber, it's scary. So when I was chosen, I said I could do it, because Happy is already great," added Nugie.

1. Involving Many Top Artists

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Meanwhile, Happy Salma revealed the reason for being involved in this film because it was directed by renowned director, Rudi Soedjarwo.

She was also interested because this project involved several famous actors and actresses, including Nugie, Septian Dwi Cahyo, Chicco Kurniawan, Jajang C Noer, Oppie Andaresta, Seroja Hafiedz, and Flavio Zaviera.

"When I was called by Butet, she told me about the production house, the director, and who was involved? I didn't just want it, but I wanted to cry. I couldn't imagine how the team gathered across disciplines, with Nugie, Jajang, Chico, a new rising star," said Happy Salma.

"I said okay, but with a condition. Mas Rudy is not just a supervisor, he preserves the fingerprint of acting in his work. I am respected as an actor, as an artist. So during the workshop, the shooting, I was truly happy," concluded Happy Salma.

2. Brief Synopsis

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The movie "Primbon" is scheduled to be released in theaters starting from August 10, 2023. The story revolves around Rana and her friend Janu who go mountain climbing and get separated in the middle of a dense forest.

When Rana returns after a massive search, conflicts arise as the family relying on fortune-telling doubts her authenticity. Dini, as a mother, still believes that Rana is her real daughter and proves it through a ritual.

(kpl/far/glk)