Luna Maya
Luna Maya Sugeng, born in Denpasar back in ‘83, is basically a household name in Indonesia—if you haven’t seen her face on a soap opera or billboard, where have you been hiding? She jumped into the spotlight first as a model, strutting her stuff on the runway and in ads, before deciding, “Hey, let’s give acting a shot.” And honestly, she nailed it.
Her first movie gig was in 2004, playing a supporting role in "30 Hari Mencari Cinta." It wasn’t some massive lead, but she stood out. People started paying attention. The next year, she popped up in “Brownies”—again, not the main girl, but she definitely left a mark. She’s one of those people who can steal a scene even if she’s on screen for two minutes. The industry noticed, too. She’s snagged a bunch of nominations at the Indonesian Film Festival, which is no small feat.
But Luna didn’t just stick to movies—she kept her roots in TV, popping up in a bunch of Indonesian soap operas. You know, those wild, dramatic series that everyone’s grandma watches. Somewhere in between all that, she managed to squeeze in a bunch of ad campaigns for big names like LUX, XL, and Toshiba.
Basically, she’s everywhere—TV, film, ads—you name it. Not just a pretty face, either. She’s carved out a spot for herself in the industry, and honestly, it seems like she’s just getting started.