Supriyanto | May 19, 2022 | 17:40 WIB
TABLOIDBINTANG.COM – The film KKN Di Desa Penari received extraordinary appreciation from the Indonesian people. This horror film directed by MD Pictures broke the record as the highest-grossing national film of all time with 7 million viewers in 19 days, since its release on April 30, 2022.
CEO of MD Pictures as well as producer of Community Service Program in Dancer Village, Manoj Punjabi through his uploads on his Instagram account expressed his gratitude for the achievements achieved.
“I am very grateful because the KKN film in the Dancer Village received an extraordinary response,” said Manoj Punjabi on the account @manojpunjabimd, Thursday (19/5).
Manoj Punjabi shared his happiness while uploading a video with Badarawuhi, played by Aulia Sarah, in the KKN film at the Dancer Village, complete with her dance attire.
Badarawuhi is a spirit, a demon from the South Coast who is very beautiful and is described as a dancer with the body of a snake and wearing a shawl. A moment later, Manoj Punjabi was surprised to see Aulia Sarah who appeared right behind him.
“Thank you audience, for meeting Badarawuhi,” said Aulia Sarah while standing to the left of Manoj Punjabi.
In his statement column, Manoj Punjabi alluded to the matter of national awakening day, which is celebrated every May 20.
“7 Million Viewers of the film “KKN in the Dancer Village” have interpreted National Awakening Day. We are grateful… this year’s NATIONAL RESURRECTION DAY is also a NATIONAL FILM RESURRECTION DAY… INDONESIAN FILM!!!,” wrote Manoj Punjabi.
“We hope that the film “KKN Di Desa Penari” will become a starting point or milestone in the history of the rise of Indonesian films. 7 million viewers is clear evidence of the high awareness and enthusiasm of the people to appreciate the work of the nation’s children,” added Manoj Punjabi, optimistic that local films can shine in their own country. .
“This adds to our high self-confidence and optimism to continue to be creative and productive with various creations and innovations, so that Indonesian films will triumph in their own country!! We are proud and grateful for the support and appreciation,” added Manoj Punjabi.
“Help us… Continue to support Indonesian films. It’s time for Indonesian films to rise !!! I,” concluded Manoj Punjabi.
The achievement of the KKN film in the Penari Village reached 7 million viewers, now it is in the top position as Indonesia’s highest-grossing film, surpassing the film Warkop DKI Reborn: Jangkrik Boss! Part 1 (2016) and Dilan 1990 (2018). Warkop DKI Reborn Movie Jangkrik Boss! Part 1 was watched by 6.8 million people, while the film Dilan 1990 was watched by 6.3 million people.