Synopsis and Interesting Facts about 'GADIS KRETEK', Netflix's Newest Series Set in 1960s Indonesia - Dian Sastro as the Main Star!

Kapanlagi.com - Written by Anjellia Alfina Verronica

Netflix Indonesia is premiering its latest series titled 'GADIS KRETEK'. This series is highly anticipated by film enthusiasts, as Dian Sastro plays the lead role. Through her personal Instagram, people flooded the comments section of her post, expressing their excitement to watch this series.

Interestingly, this series tells a love story wrapped in historical elements, set in the 60s, when Indonesia was bustling with the Kretek Cigarette industry. According to Liputan 6.com, Gadis Kretek is an adaptation of a novel by Ratih Kumala with the same title.

Series or films that present a love story with a historical backdrop always hold a special place in the hearts of some film enthusiasts. We not only enjoy the romance, but also get a glimpse into Indonesia during that time. Moreover, there are rarely Indonesian series like this, Klovers. Let's directly explore the synopsis and interesting facts about 'GADIS KRETEK' below.

1. Synopsis 'GADIS KRETEK'

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This series tells the story of Dasiyah or Jeng Yah (Dian Sastro) who enjoys and is skilled at blending kretek cigarettes to have a delicious taste. Then she meets Soeraja (Ario Bayu), a kretek cigarette entrepreneur. They both get involved in a love story but it ends abruptly and they separate due to the political situation at that time.

Years later, one day Soeraja, who is already married, asks his children to find Jeng Yah, his ex-girlfriend. The three children search for Jeng Yah in the remote areas of Java. In their search, many things are revealed, as well as family secrets behind the kretek business.

2. Cast List 'GADIS KRETEK'

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The series 'GADIS KRETEK' has excited film fans because it involves many famous actors such as:

1. Dian Sastrowardoyo
2. Ario Bayu
3. Putri Marino
4. Arya Saloka
5. Tissa Biani
6. Winky Wirawan
7. Ibnu Jamil
8. Sheila Dara
9. Ine Febriyanti
10. Rukman Rosadi
11. Pritt Timothy
12. Tutie Kirana

Many film fans can't wait to see the performances of these actors in this series, especially Dian Sastrowardoyo, who returns to television after a long time through the series 'GADIS KRETEK'. Her last appearance was in 2006 through the TV series 'DUNIA TANPA KOMA'. Additionally, the presence of Putri Marino makes the audience excited and eager to watch because this series involves great actresses and actors in one show.

3. Release Schedule

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GADIS KRETEK is scheduled to be exclusively released on November 2, 2023 on the Netflix website. GADIS KRETEK is the first series directed by Kamila Andini.

Kamila Andini herself is a well-known director, Klovers. Some of her works include SEKALA NISKALA (2017), BEFORE, NOW, & THEN (2022), and YUNI (2021).

4. First Original Indonesian Series on Netflix

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GADIS KRETEK is a series adaptation of a novel. After the success of the novel in 2012, Netflix Indonesia appointed GADIS KRETEK as the series that ultimately made GADIS KRETEK the first Indonesian series directly produced by Netflix.

Certainly, Netflix productions are not disappointing, so it is hoped that GADIS KRETEK will have an interesting storyline and plot that can be enjoyed not only by Indonesian viewers but also by global viewers.

5. Contains the History of Kretek in Indonesia

In addition to a love story, GADIS KRETEK will also tell the story of the history of kretek cigarettes in Indonesia in the 1960s. It is known that kretek cigarettes in Indonesia began to develop rapidly during the Japanese colonial period until now. Kretek cigarettes, which contain spices, were believed to be used as traditional medicine by the community.

In the novel itself, GADIS KRETEK tells three eras, namely the Japanese colonial period, the early independence of Indonesia, and the development of cigarettes in the modern era.

For millennials or Gen Z, it's a great idea to add this series to your watch list. It's rare to find a series set in the 1960s, and not only that, this series will also increase our historical knowledge and make us aware of the conditions in Indonesia and the kretek industry in the 1960s.

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