In Indonesia, Benyamin Sueb made his mark as a comedian, actor and singer, leaving behind a discography of 46 studio albums and a filmography exceeding fifty titles. He was twice awarded the Citra prize, first for Intan Berduri in 1973 and later for Si Doel Anak Modern in 1977.
Sebagai penyanyi pop, aktris, pembawa acara, serta komedian asal Indonesia, Dorce Gamalama merupakan seorang perempuan trans; ia kerap dipanggil “Bunda”.
Kristo Immanuel Caesar adalah seorang aktor, tokoh internet, peniru suara, serta sutradara asal Indonesia. Ia mulai dikenal luas pada tahun 2019 setelah video peniruan yang ia unggah menjadi viral di Instagram. Sejak saat itu, ia muncul dalam beberapa film, termasuk The Big 4 (2022) karya Timo Tjahjanto dan 24 Hours with Gaspar (2023) sutradara Yosep Anggi Noen. Debut menyutradarai terjadi pada tahun 2025 dengan Better Off Dead, yang menghasilkan nominasi Citra Award untuk Skenario Asli Terbaik pada ajang 2025.
Olga Syahputra, natópamente Yoga Syahputra, foi um humorista, ator, apresentador e cantor indonésio. Ele era irmão do ator Billy Syahputra. Entre seus prêmios estão o Indonesia Kids Choice Award e o Panasonic Gobel Awards. Em 2015, aos 32 anos, faleceu devido a meningite.
Ryan Adriandhy hails from Indonesia and works as a film director, animator, stand‑up comic and actor. He first gained widespread attention by clinching the inaugural season of Stand Up Comedy Indonesia in 2011. In the realm of cinema, his first feature as director, Jumbo (2025), set a record as the nation’s top‑earning movie ever, a title it held until it was overtaken a few months later by Agak Laen: Menyala Pantiku!
Sutisna, yang lebih akrab dipanggil Sule, merupakan seorang komedian dan aktor asal Indonesia. Ia meraih popularitasnya setelah bersama Ogi Suwarna dan Obin Wahyudin, grup SOS, memenangkan ajang audisi komedian API pada tahun 2005.
Kartika “Tika” Panggabean is an Indonesian actress, singer, TV presenter, comedian and radio host. She has been a member of the comedy‑pop vocal group Project Pop since its founding in 1996. Her acting breakthrough came with the role of Saodah in the RCTI sitcom OB, which ran from 2006 to 2008.
Tora Sudiro, professionally known as Tora Sudiro, is an Indonesian actor and comedian. Born Taura Danang Sudiro on May 10, 1973, in Jakarta, Indonesia, he hails from a family with notable connections; his grandfather was Soediro, the third Governor of Jakarta. His parents are Tanto Sudiro and Pinky Mardikusno, who have since divorced. Tora's mother, Dyah Setyoutami, tragically died in a car accident in Central Java and later remarried racer Tinton Soeprapto, having another daughter, Tania Soeprapto. Before pursuing a career in entertainment, he held various jobs including working in insurance, as an audio technician, and in advertising; he even studied audio technology in New Zealand. Tora’s comedic journey began before the 1990s, evidenced by his appearance on the cover of Hai magazine number forty-six in November 1989. He is recognized as an Indonesian television host and musician, alongside his work as an actor and comedian. From 2004 to 2009, he was a participant in the program Extravaganza . His acting career has spanned numerous films, television series, and FTVs. A significant moment in his filmography came in 2003 with Arisan! , where he portrayed Sakti and won a Citra Award for Best Leading Actor at the Indonesian Film Festival in 2004. The film also featured a kissing scene with Surya Saputra, considered the first same-sex kiss in Indonesian cinema. Tora’s personal life has included two marriages. He was previously married to Anggraini Kadiman, divorcing on January 7, 2008, and later married Mieke Amalia on December 19, 2008. Both Tora and Mieke had children from previous relationships before their marriage, and they welcomed a daughter, Jenaka Mahila Sudiro, in 2012. He continues to be active in the entertainment industry; in 2019, he released the single “Obrolan Warung Kopi” with Vino G. Bastian and Abimana Aryasatya, and in 2023, he appeared in Comedy Island Indonesia . The loss of his mother in 2023 marked a difficult time for Tora.
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Indonesia has a vibrant and rapidly growing comedy scene, with Indonesian comedians appearing in stand-up comedy, television, films, podcasts, social media and live entertainment. Indonesian comedy often combines everyday observations with local culture, relationships, family life and the experiences of living in one of the world's most diverse countries.
Stand-up comedy has become particularly popular in Indonesia, with comedians performing throughout major cities and reaching much larger audiences through television, streaming services and online video platforms.
Indonesia has produced a wide range of comedians who have become familiar faces through stand-up, television and digital entertainment. Well-known names associated with Indonesian comedy include Pandji Pragiwaksono, Raditya Dika, Ernest Prakasa, Ge Pamungkas, Babe Cabita, Kiky Saputri, Cak Lontong and Mongol Stres.
Some performers are known primarily for stand-up comedy, while others have expanded into acting, writing, directing, presenting and producing. This crossover between comedy and other forms of entertainment is an important part of Indonesia's modern comedy industry.
The Indonesian comedy scene also includes many emerging performers who have built audiences through YouTube, podcasts, social media and independent live shows.
Indonesian stand-up comedy has developed into a major part of the country's contemporary entertainment culture. Comedy clubs, theatres, festivals and touring shows provide opportunities for comedians to perform original material in front of live audiences.
Much of Indonesian stand-up is performed in Bahasa Indonesia, although regional languages and local expressions are also an important part of the country's comedy culture. Performers from different parts of Indonesia can bring their own accents, traditions, cultural references and perspectives to the stage.
Indonesian comedians frequently explore subjects such as relationships, family, work, education, dating, social interactions and everyday situations. Some performers also use satire and social commentary, while others concentrate on personal storytelling and observational humor.
Indonesia's large population and diverse cultural landscape have created audiences for many different types of comedy. Jakarta is a major center for the country's entertainment industry, but comedy events and performers can be found across cities and regions throughout Indonesia.
Online platforms have also changed how Indonesian comedians reach audiences. Stand-up clips, podcasts, sketches and comedy shows can attract viewers far beyond the cities where comedians perform, helping new performers build audiences without relying exclusively on traditional television.
Whether you're interested in Indonesian stand-up comedians, established television personalities or emerging performers from the country's growing comedy scene, Indonesia offers a wide variety of comedic styles and voices.
Browse GiggleTime to discover comedians from Indonesia, learn more about individual performers and explore Indonesian comedy alongside comedians from countries around the world.
