The animated film Jumbo made history as the to chart on the South Korean box office, a significant achievement that underscores the potential for cross-cultural exchange. The government is actively encouraging this through funding and international collaboration, including with Chinese streaming partners and South Korean production houses, to ensure that Indonesian stories are not just consumed at home but appreciated across the globe.

The rise of popular online videos has democratized the Indonesian entertainment industry. Emerging creators from outside the main hub of Jakarta can now build nationwide audiences from their smartphones.