So, what is the future of Indonesian entertainment and popular culture? It is global.

We are seeing the rise of , a social media platform for Indonesian creators to distribute content directly to the diaspora. We are seeing Muslim rappers like Rich Brian (formerly Rich Chigga) and Warren Hue sign with 88rising, becoming global ambassadors for a new, unfiltered Asian identity. We are seeing Niki and Stephanie Poetri (daughters of Indonesian music legend Hetty Koes Endang) dominate the "Bedroom Pop" genre on international Spotify charts.

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