Sandiaga Uno: Indonesian Idol Not Only Successful in Producing Musical Talents, But Also Growing Indonesia's Creative Industry

Kapanlagi.com - Indonesia has found a new idol in Rimar Callista, who successfully defeated Mark Natama in the Grand Final Result & Reunion round which aired on Monday (26/4) yesterday. Mark himself had to settle for being the runner-up in the Indonesian Idol Special Season event.

Support for both finalists was not only given by the audience and the judges, but also by several officials such as Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy Sandiaga Uno, Deputy Minister of Parekraf Angela Tanoesoedibjo, Chairman of BPK Agung Firman Sampurna, Chairman of KPI Agung Suprio accompanied by Executive Chairman of MNC Group Hary Tanoesoedibjo and Executive Chairwoman of MNC Group Liliana Tanoesodibjo.

The Chairman of BPK, Agung Firman Sampurna, had the opportunity to present the prize to Rimar as the champion of Indonesian Idol Special Season on stage. In addition, he also expressed appreciation to Indonesian Idol, which has been entertaining the public for 17 years.

"Proud because Indonesia has extraordinary talent and efforts to gather and nurture talents like this need to be supported. I hope that in the future, things like this will continue to be supported so that Indonesian talents and the creative industry can continue to grow better," said Agung Firman Sampurna.

1. Praise for Sandiaga Uno

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The same thing was conveyed by Menparekraf / Head of Baparekraf Sandiaga Uno. According to him, the quality of the finalists who performed on the stage is already at the level of international artists.

"I am happy to be part of the final of Indonesian Idol. This is where we see talents in one of the sub-sectors of the creative economy perform, we see that they are already at an international level. It is a pride and our optimism that we have extraordinary potential. Moreover, the organization of Indonesian Idol has already met strict health protocol standards, not only providing a sense of security for the crew but also for the performers and the audience," added Sandi.

2. From Nobody to Big Idol

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Throughout the history of Indonesian Idol, many new stars have been born. And that is indeed the main reason for the Indonesian Idol event since the first season.

"The motivation behind holding Indonesian Idol was to build a community of talented people who previously did not have the opportunity to have a chance. This Idol has turned unknown people into famous ones, not only the champion but also the other winners. Besides the entertainment aspect, it also provides opportunities for the community and contributes to the development of the creative economy," said Hary Tanoesoedibjo, Executive Chairman of MNC Group.

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