(07 March 2025, Jakarta) - Third Secretary and Vice Consul Maricar S. Yambao and Cultural Officer and Attaché Rady Dela Cruz, along with members of the Filipino Community, attended the premier night of the romantic comedy film Bukan Jodoh Biasa Nih (translated: “This Is Not An Ordinary Match“) at Cinema XXI, Pondok Indah Mall 1. Directed by Peppi Piona and starring Raim Laode and Nina Kozok, the film also marks the debut of Filipino actor Leo Consul in an Indonesian film.

The Philippine Embassy congratulated Leo Consul on this milestone in his career, which highlights Filipino talent in international cinema, as well as serves as a platform for cross-cultural exchanges between the Philippines and Indonesia.

Aside from being an actor, Consul is also a TV host and singer. He both previously hosted the Indonesian versions of popular nontime shows in the Philippines, Eat Bulaga! and It’s Showtime. Following his success in Indonesia, Consul is now establishing an acting career in the Philippines and Singapore.

Bukan Jodoh Biasa Nih will be regularly shown in cinemas in Indonesia on 13 March 2025. END

Cultural Officer and Attaché Rady Dela Cruz (left), Filipino actor Leo Consul (middle), and Third Secretary and Vice Consul Maricar S. Yambao pose for a photo at the premier night of the romantic comedy film  Bukan Jodoh Biasa Nih.

Leo Consul poses with his fans during the premier night of Bukan Jodoh Biasa Nih.

Members of the Filipino Community attend the premier night of  Bukan Jodoh Biasa Nih.