Jakarta, March 20, 2025 – The Ministry of Creative Economy/Creative Economy Agency , in collaboration with Visinema, hosted a screening event for the animated film Jumbo with several ministers from the Red and White Cabinet. The event, held on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Plaza Indonesia XXI, was also attended by leaders and members of the House of Representatives' Commission VII.
Dok. Biro Komunikasi Kemenekraf/Bekraf - Kemenekraf ajak Kabinet Merah Putih nonton film Jumbo untuk dukung kebangkitan animasi nasional agar makin mendunia, Plaza Indonesia XXI, Jakarta (20/03/2025).
The presence of high-ranking state officials underscores the commitment of President Prabowo's administration to advancing the development of Indonesia’s animation film industry.
"The support from our colleagues in the Red and White Cabinet tonight means a lot to the national animation film industry players, in line with the President's directives to continue supporting the advancement of this sector," explained the Minister of Creative Economy/Minister of the Creative Economy Agency, Teuku Riefky.
Dok. Biro Komunikasi Kemenekraf/Bekraf.
Riefky continued, noting that as a local Intellectual Property (IP), the film Jumbo offers a story, visuals, and audio quality that rivals international animated films. The film is scheduled to be screened simultaneously in over 200 national cinema screens and will continue to be shown in 17 countries.
"Many Indonesian animators and filmmakers are capable of producing high-quality films worthy of the global stage. However, it requires support from various parties to ensure that Indonesia’s film ecosystem continues to grow and thrive," Riefky added.
Dok. Biro Komunikasi Kemenekraf/Bekraf.
In 2024, the number of Indonesian filmgoers reached 82 million, with local films accounting for nearly 70 percent of the total audience. This achievement is not just a number but an indicator that Indonesia’s film ecosystem is becoming stronger.
Mari Elka Pangestu, Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy from 2011 to 2014, and currently the President’s Special Envoy for International Trade and Multilateral Cooperation, also shared her thoughts on the development of Indonesia's animation film industry after watching Jumbo.
Dok. Biro Komunikasi Kemenekraf/Bekraf.
"I am so proud to see Jumbo, which has great potential to go global. Finally, there is an Indonesian animation that is going global, featuring Indonesian characters with Indonesian traits and culture, which can be enjoyed by our children," said Mari Elka Pangestu.
Dok. Biro Komunikasi Kemenekraf/Bekraf.
Also present at the Jumbo film screening were Minister of Community Empowerment Muhaimin Iskandar, Minister of Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection Arifatul Fauzi, Head of the National Nutrition Agency Dadan Hindayana, and Deputy Ministers from various ministries including Communication and Digital, Manpower, Population and Family Planning (BKKBN), SMEs, Tourism, and PA. Representatives from the House of Representatives Commission VII, including leaders Saleh Daulay, Saraswati Djojohadikusumo, Chusnunia Chalim, and commission members, were also in attendance.
Kiagoos Irvan Faisal
Acting Head of the Bureau of Communications
Ministry of Creative Economy/Creative Economy Agency
