Reza Rahadian Reveals What He Is Most Grateful For from the Victory of the Film 'PANGKU' at Busan

Kapanlagi.com - Behind the glitter of awards and international recognition achieved by the film Pangku at Busan, Reza Rahardian holds a deeper personal meaning. For him, the essence of victory lies not in the trophy he brings home, but in something more fundamental for an artist, which is that his work has been accepted.

As a director, Reza admits that what he is most grateful for is when the story and message he wants to convey through his debut film truly "reaches" and connects with the audience. This moment is what he considers the highest achievement.

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1. Reza Rahadian Feels Relieved and Grateful

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When asked about the personal meaning of this victory, Reza's answer reflects his introspective side as a storyteller. He feels relieved and grateful because his efforts with the team to present a sincere story have borne fruit.

"I believe that a story that comes from something I, we try to give and can reach is what I am most grateful for. That's it. If personally, yes," he said when met in the Cipete area, South Jakarta, Wednesday (01/10/2025).

2. Creative Process and Its Impact

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This statement underscores that for Reza, the creative process and its impact on the audience are far more valuable than mere formal recognition. The ability of a film to forge an emotional bond with viewers is the true victory.

This feeling is what makes him feel overwhelmed and very grateful. Not because of popularity or the new status as an award-winning director, but because of the validation that the visual language and narrative he built have been understood and felt.

3. Audience Award at BIFF

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Of course, an award like the Audience Award at BIFF is a tangible proof that the story indeed "reaches".

An award chosen directly by the audience certainly reflects the success of that connection.

4. Not Just Going Home with a Trophy

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Now, Reza Rahardian is not just going home with a trophy, but also with a deep sense of satisfaction.

He has proven that a sincere story, when executed well, will always find its way to touch the hearts of the audience, wherever they are.

5. Reza Rahadian Was Once Worried

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The actor who is now venturing into directing admitted he was once worried that the very Indonesian context of the story would be a barrier for foreign audiences to connect emotionally with his film.

"So I was honestly a bit surprised to see their response that, 'Oh, it turns out the cinematic language gets through.' I mean, they get the feeling. They understand and comprehend," he explained.

6. The Biggest Challenge

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According to him, the concern is the biggest challenge in bringing a work to an international festival.

"That is the biggest challenge, the fear that because it's too local, they might not really be like, 'Yeah, it looks nice but we don’t really understand what it’s about,' for example. But it turns out they get it," Reza continued.

7. Q&A

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Q: What is Reza Rahadian most grateful for from the victory of the film PANGKU at Busan?
A: Reza Rahadian is most grateful when the story and message of the film PANGKU successfully "reaches" and connects emotionally with the audience, not just the trophy received.

Q: How many awards did the film PANGKU win at BIFF 2025?
A: The film 'PANGKU' won four prestigious awards at the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) 2025, including the KB Vision Audience Award and the FIPRESCI Award.

Q: When will the film PANGKU be released in Indonesian cinemas?
A: The film 'PANGKU' is scheduled to be released in Indonesian cinemas starting November 6, 2025.

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