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Jakarta Aims to Become Leading Film Hub by 2027

11/30/2025

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Jakarta Vice Governor Rano Karno announced plans to make Jakarta a leading filmmaking hub by the city’s 500th anniversary in 2027.
At the JAFF Market panel in Yogyakarta, Karno urged coordinated efforts.
He proposed the Jakarta: City of Cinema initiative to strengthen the city's cultural identity.
He cited the local market's growth from 45% to 65% since 2019 and proposed a local film commission.

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Jakarta Vice Governor Rano Karno announced plans to make Jakarta a leading filmmaking hub by the city’s 500th anniversary in 2027.
At the JAFF Market panel in Yogyakarta, Karno urged coordinated efforts.
He proposed the Jakarta: City of Cinema initiative to strengthen the city's cultural identity.
He cited the local market's growth from 45% to 65% since 2019 and proposed a local film commission.