Indonesian movie actors born in the year 1961
Here are 5 famous actors from Indonesia were born in 1961:
Butet Kertaradjasa
Butet Kertaradjasa (November 21, 1961 Yogyakarta-) also known as Buthèt Kartaredjasa or Bambang Ekoloyo Butet Kartaredjasa is an Indonesian actor and comedian. He has three children, Giras Basuwondo, Suci Senanti and Galuh Paskamagma.
Butet Kertaradjasa is best known for his work in the Indonesian theater scene. He is the founder of the Teater Mandiri, one of Indonesia's most influential theater groups. He has written, directed and acted in many of its productions. In addition to theater, Butet has also acted in several movies and television series. He received an honor from Prince Claus Fund for Culture and Development in 2007 for his contribution in Indonesian art and culture. In 2018, he was appointed by the Indonesian President as the head of the National Creative Economy Agency, responsible for promoting and supporting the growth of Indonesia's creative industries.
Nirwan Dewanto
Nirwan Dewanto (September 28, 1961 Surabaya-) is an Indonesian actor, critic, poet and editor.
He is known for his works in contemporary Indonesian literature and has published several anthologies of his poetry, including "Membunuh Orang Gila" (Killing a Madman), "Buku Puisi" (A Book of Poems), and "Kumpulan Fiksi" (A Collection of Fiction). Dewanto has also been a judge for several literary competitions and has received various awards for his literary contributions, including the S.E.A. Write Award in 2013. In addition to his literary pursuits, Dewanto has appeared in several Indonesian films and television shows, including "Garasi" (2006) and "Laskar Pelangi" (2009).
Alex Komang
Alex Komang (September 17, 1961 Jepara-) also known as Syaiful Nuha is an Indonesian actor.
He is best known for his roles in Indonesian films such as "Perempuan Bergairah" and "Pergaulan Metropolis II". Komang began his acting career in the early 1980s and quickly rose to fame for his roles in action and drama films. In addition to acting, he is also a skilled musician, having composed and performed music for several films. Komang has won several awards for his contributions to Indonesian cinema, including an Indonesian Film Festival Award for Best Actor. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential actors of his generation in Indonesia.
Parto Patrio
Parto Patrio (April 17, 1961 Jakarta-) is an Indonesian comedian, actor and singer.
He started his career in entertainment industry by joining the comedy group "Warkop" (short for Warung Kopi) in the 1980s. The group was well-known for their satirical comedy style and became one of the most popular comedy groups in Indonesia. Alongside with his comedy career, Parto also acted in several movies and TV series, showcasing his versatile acting skills.
In addition to his comedy and acting career, Parto is also a talented singer. He has released several albums and singles, most notably the song "Ini Cinta" which became a hit in Indonesia. Apart from his entertainment career, Parto is also known for his philanthropic work, particularly in the field of education. He founded the Parto Patrio Foundation which provides scholarships and educational support for underprivileged children in Indonesia.
Eddie Karsito
Eddie Karsito (November 24, 1961 Kisaran-) is an Indonesian journalist, actor and author.
He began his career in journalism in 1981, working for various newspapers and magazines in Indonesia. In 1992, he began his career in acting, starring in several prominent Indonesian films and television shows. In addition to his work in journalism and acting, Karsito is also an accomplished author, having published several books on topics ranging from politics to culture. He has won numerous awards for his contributions to Indonesian journalism and literature. Karsito is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Indonesian media and culture.