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Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Indonesia's ‘Jumbo' Becomes Southeast Asia's Top-Grossing Animation
EXCLUSIVE: Indonesian animated feature Jumbo has become the highest-grossing Southeast Asian animation of all time. Produced by Visinema Studios, the film has earned over $8M at the Indonesian box office since its March 31 release, surpassing the record previously held by Malaysia's Mechamato Movie, which grossed approximately $7.68 million in 2022. More from Deadline Korean Sports Drama 'The Match' Starring Lee Byung-Hun & Yoo Ah-In Tops Korean Box Office South Korean Content Second Only To U.S. In Netflix's Global Viewership - Ampere Report 'Montages Of A Modern Motherhood' Director Talks Taboos, Challenging Parenting Perceptions & Hong Kong Film Funding Jumbo has racked up more than 3.2 million admissions since its release, with nearly 1 million admissions recorded across the April 12 to 13 weekend. This means that Jumbo has overtaken Hollywood title Moana 2 to become Indonesia's second-highest-grossing animated title at the box office (Frozen 2 still remains the all-time frontrunner). Moana 2 recorded a total of 3.1 million admissions following its November 2024 release. Jumbo has surpassed that milestone in two weeks. Jumbo follows Don, an orphan bullied as 'Jumbo' due to his large body. He has a storybook, inherited from his parents, which is full of drawings and magical stories. Don later encounters Meri, a fairy seeking his help to reunite her with her family. Jumbo is preparing for its global rollout, with distribution rights for several key territories, including Mainland China, North America, western Europe and Australia currently still available. The film is directed by Ryan Adriandhy, who wrote the screenplay with Widya Arifianti. Jumbo's voice cast includes Indonesian singer Ariel, as well as Prince Poetiray, Muhammad Adhiyat, Graciella Abigail, Yusuf Ozkan and Quinn Salman. Development for the film began in early 2020. 'Jumbo is my personal calling — a labor of love for my child, and for all Indonesian children who deserve to have their own choices at the cinema's ticket box,' said Angga Dwimas Sasongko, founder and group CEO of Visinema. 'They have the right to see their own stories on screen, told in their own language, and to feel proud of who they are, because they are the future of the cinema we all cherish. 'We always believed that stories rooted in local values could move people deeply, but to see more than three million people embrace this film as their own, so quickly and so wholeheartedly, is truly humbling. This is no longer just our film, it's a collective achievement. One that proves Southeast Asian animation has the power to grow, to travel, and to unite when given the space, the belief, and the love it deserves.' Visinema Studios also said in a statement: 'Crafted over the span of five years by a dedicated team of more than 420 Indonesian artists, animators, and storytellers, Jumbo is more than just a film, it represents a milestone for Indonesia's creative, film, and animation industries. From storyboarding to final frame, every aspect of the production reflects the rising confidence and capability of the local animation scene. 'Even more remarkable is the film's performance within Indonesia's competitive theatrical landscape, where horror titles dominate over half of annual releases. Jumbo offered something rare: a warm, heartfelt, multi-generational story, and audiences responded in full force,' added the studio. Best of Deadline Everything We Know About Celine Song's 'Materialists' So Far Everything We Know About Netflix's 'Ransom Canyon' So Far 'The Last of Us' Season 2 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out?
Express Tribune
07-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Indonesian animated film Jumbo breaks box office records and gears up for international release
The Indonesian animated film Jumbo has achieved a major milestone, becoming the highest-grossing Indonesian animated film of all time. The film reached 1 million admissions within just seven days of its March 31 theatrical premiere, surpassing the previous record set by Si Juki The Movie: Panitia Hari Akhir (2017), which had held the title for eight years with 642,312 admissions. Jumbo, produced by Visinema Studios, tells the story of Don, a young boy who faces underestimation by his peers. He sets out to perform in a talent show with a stage play inspired by a fairytale book left by his late parents. His plans take an unexpected turn when a bully steals the book, leading Don to meet a mysterious child seeking help to reunite with her parents. Producer Anggia Kharisma expressed pride in the film's success, stating, 'These numbers aren't just about ticket sales. They represent love, hope, and trust from the people for our own local stories.' She noted that the film's overwhelming reception from Indonesian audiences made the challenges of the past five years worthwhile. The film's performance is particularly impressive in Indonesia's competitive theatrical market, where horror films dominate over 50% of releases. Jumbo stands out for its family-friendly themes of warmth, hope, and connection. The film has also seen significant social media support, with fans, known as 'Jumbo's Free Buzzers,' creating viral content on platforms like X and TikTok, helping to maintain the film's trending status. Following its domestic success, Jumbo will be released internationally in June, with theatrical screenings planned in Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei Darussalam, and across parts of Asia and Europe, including Russia, Ukraine, the Baltic States, and Central Asia. Jumbo represents a significant achievement for Indonesia's animation industry, with more than 420 Indonesian animators and creators contributing to the project over a five-year period. The film is part of Visinema Group's growing portfolio, which also includes successful titles like Nussa, Mencuri Raden Saleh, and Keluarga Cemara.
