Starring Kevin Julio and Aurora Ribero, the series 'KAGET NIKAH' Raises Taboo Issues About Virginity

Kapanlagi.com - WeTV streaming service is ready to broadcast the latest series titled KAGET NIKAH. Starring Kevin Julio and Aurora Ribero, this romantic comedy is directed and written by Vemmy Sagita.

During the launch of the trailer and poster for this MAX Pictures production, Vemmy revealed the inspiration for the story of KAGET NIKAH. Apparently, it came from a classic Indonesian film titled TIRAI MALAM PENGANTIN that left a deep impression on his mind.

"The concept idea for this series came from a movie I watched when I was in elementary school. There was an old film that stuck in my head. It's about a woman who falls off a bike while getting married, and then her virginity is lost. Her family panics and is afraid of being judged. That's where the idea for this story came from. It's presented in a more contemporary way with comedic elements," Vemmy said in Duren Tiga, South Jakarta, on Thursday (16/12/2021).

1. Will be Made Neutral and Not Intimidating

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The issue of virginity raised by the series KAGET NIKAH is considered bold. Because in Indonesia, this issue is still classified as something taboo to discuss.

However, Vemmy Sagita as the creator does not direct the story to lean towards one side. He makes it a neutral spectacle.

"For some people, virginity is important, but for others, it doesn't matter. It is the right of each individual and there is no intimidation here, we make it neutral, no cornering," continued Vemmy.

2. Admitting Boldness

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Lesley Simpson, as the head of WeTV Indonesia, admits to being bold when offered to become an executive producer of the series KAGET NIKAH. However, in the process, WeTV does not just manipulate it because it still provides education for the community.

"Culturally, it often happens in Indonesia but is not discussed in films, rarely do filmmakers raise this theme. That's why WeTV can be said to be very bold in bringing up this topic. Although the topic is taboo, it still educates and is presented as comedy. It's funny but satirical," explained Lesley on the same occasion.

3. Forced to Divorce Because Not a Virgin

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KAGET NIKAH tells the story of siblings Carissa (played by Steffi Zamora) and Lalita (played by Aurora Ribero) who are entangled in virginity issues. Just married for one day, Carissa is forced to divorce by her in-laws because she is found not to be a virgin anymore. The tragic incident that befalls Carissa then leads her parents to restrict Lalita.

Until one day, while on vacation, Lalita has an accident and is forced to marry Andre (Kevin Julio), who is the child of her parents' business associate. What will happen to Carissa and Lalita next? Find out the answer in this series that will air starting from December 23, 2021.

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