Jakarta –

The Deputy Governor of DKI Jakarta mentioned an unusual condition or anomaly regarding cinemas in Indonesia. He highlighted that the number of cinemas in Indonesia, especially in Jakarta, is still very high, even though abroad they have decreased significantly.

“This is what makes Indonesia an anomaly, everyone. Around the world, there is a decline in the number of moviegoers in cinemas,” said Rano Karno at a film screening event organized by Kulturanesia, commemorating Bung Karno month at Metropole XXI, Jakarta, Sunday (7/6/2026).

Rano then compared the number of cinemas in Jakarta with Hong Kong. He stated that the number of cinemas in Hong Kong is only 25, in contrast to Jakarta, which still has 3,500.

“Yesterday, the Jakarta team went to Hong Kong for market purposes. In Hong Kong, there are only 25 cinemas left, just 25 cinema buildings. Jakarta still has 3,500,” he revealed.

“This is an anomaly. Suddenly, many investors, producers, and filmmakers from around the world are coming to Indonesia, especially to Jakarta, to create something,” he added.

Rano said that the Jakarta Film Commission is being prepared. It will provide subsidies and support to filmmakers through the Jakarta Film Commission.

“For that, of course, as deputy governor, I will support it. Once the Jakarta Film Commission is established, we will provide, what’s it called, a kind of subsidy or facilities so that Indonesian filmmakers can produce again,” he mentioned.

The Chairman of the DPP PDIP also stated that President Soekarno himself viewed art and film not merely as entertainment. Therefore, the film screening was chosen to commemorate Bung Karno month.

“Of course, this is about the relevance of Bung Karno’s thoughts. Bung Karno viewed art and film not just as entertainment,” he said.

Metropole XXI

Metropole XXI is a conceptual architectural and urban planning project in Moscow, Russia, designed to reimagine the historic Metropol Hotel complex. Conceived in the early 2000s, it aimed to blend the hotel’s early 20th-century Art Nouveau heritage with futuristic glass-and-steel additions, though the ambitious plan was never fully realized. The site remains a symbol of the tension between preserving historical identity and embracing modernist innovation in post-Soviet urban development.

Jakarta

Jakarta is the capital and largest city of Indonesia, located on the northwest coast of Java. Originally a small port town called Sunda Kelapa, it was renamed Jayakarta in the 16th century before being colonized by the Dutch and becoming Batavia, the center of Dutch East Indies rule. After Indonesian independence, it was renamed Jakarta and has since grown into a bustling metropolis, serving as the nation’s political, economic, and cultural hub.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a vibrant special administrative region of China, known for its dynamic skyline and deep natural harbor. Originally a small fishing village, it became a British colony in 1842 after the First Opium War, serving as a major trading port. It was returned to Chinese sovereignty in 1997 under the “one country, two systems” principle, blending Eastern and Western cultures in its modern identity.
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Metropole XXI

Metropole XXI is a cultural and entertainment complex located in the city of Łódź, Poland, housed in a historic building that was originally constructed in the late 19th century as a textile factory. After undergoing extensive renovation, it was transformed into a modern venue featuring a cinema, restaurants, and event spaces, blending industrial heritage with contemporary leisure. The site reflects Łódź’s post-industrial revitalization, offering a space where the city’s manufacturing past meets present-day cultural life.

Jakarta

Jakarta is the capital and largest city of Indonesia, located on the northwest coast of Java. Originally a small port town called Sunda Kelapa, it was renamed Batavia by the Dutch in the 17th century and served as the colonial capital of the Dutch East Indies for over 300 years. After Indonesia’s independence, it was renamed Jakarta and has since grown into a bustling, diverse metropolis that serves as the country’s political, economic, and cultural center.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a vibrant Special Administrative Region of China, known for its deep natural harbor and skyline. Originally a small fishing village, it became a British colony in 1842 after the First Opium War and was returned to Chinese sovereignty in 1997. Today, it is a major global financial hub, blending Eastern and Western cultures in its architecture, cuisine, and traditions.