Indonesia's Film Industry Prepares to Enter a New Phase

Jakarta, VIVA – Indonesia’s film industry is preparing to enter a new phase of strategic direction-setting and governance. Amid growing production volumes and expanding distribution platforms, the need for solid governance and an integrated roadmap is considered increasingly urgent. This momentum is now being driven by the Indonesian Film Board (BPI) through its Road to Congress IV 2026 series of events.

As an initial step, the BPI held Pre-Congress I, which serves as the foundation for Congress IV. The forum is not merely a routine organisational agenda but rather a national consolidation space bringing together various film industry stakeholders, both in person and online.

Unlike previous periods, the lead-up to Congress IV has been designed to be more phased, incorporating two pre-congresses. This approach is intended to ensure that substantive discussions proceed in a more considered, participatory manner that addresses the real needs of the industry.

Two main agenda items are the focus of discussion: the refinement of the Articles of Association and Bylaws (AD/ART) as the foundation for organisational governance, and the acceleration of the drafting of the National Film Master Plan (RIPN), which is projected to serve as the strategic roadmap for Indonesia’s film industry going forward.

Acting BPI Chairwoman Celerina Judisari emphasised the importance of a strong institutional foundation to prevent the industry from operating without direction.

“The industry cannot function without a compass. Through robust Articles of Association, we reinforce the organisation’s legitimacy. Through the RIPN, we unify policy direction so that it is no longer fragmented or piecemeal. The film industry must move within a structured and sustainable single vision. In this regard, data integration becomes a crucial factor. Without measurable and integrated data, policy will be assumption-based. With robust data, we can formulate fact-based strategies, measure industry growth objectively, and ensure that government support and private investment are properly targeted,” said Celerina Judisari in a statement quoted on Tuesday, 17 February 2026.

Syaifullah Agam, Director of Film, Music and Arts at the Directorate General for Cultural Development, Utilisation and Guidance within the Ministry of Culture, regarded the drafting of the RIPN as an important moment to strengthen synergy between the government and film institutions.