Raja Dangdut
Synopsis
Even though he has become successful with many fans, Rhoma remains modest, is still religious and listens to his parents. But Ida, a fan of his, has been sending more than 100 letters to him. Rhoma sympathises with her and falls in love. Meanwhile, Ida’s mother is a poor widow who sells gado-gado (traditional Indonesian salad). Rhoma’s mother wants him to marry another girl, Mira, who has a higher social standing. Rhoma rejects his mother’s choice and both mother and Mira, mock Ida and even tries to consult a shaman. Rhoma does not like Mira’s "modern" attitude. When Mira has an accident and Ida helps her, her attitude changes, and Ida and Rhoma end up marrying each other.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Maman Firmansyah
- Screenplay & Story
- Rhoma Irama
- Original Title
- Raja Dangdut
- Country of Origin
- Indonesia
- Spoken Languages
- Indonesian
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- PT Cipta Permai Indah Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Maman Firmansyah
Rhoma Irama
Sjamsuddin Jusuf
Tantra Surjadi
Lucy Sukardi
Department Leadership Roster
Sjamsuddin Jusuf
Director of Photography
Tantra Surjadi
Editor
Maman Firmansyah
Director
Rhoma Irama
Screenplay
Lucy Sukardi
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Raja Dangdut
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What is Raja Dangdut about?
Even though he has become successful with many fans, Rhoma remains modest, is still religious and listens to his parents. But Ida, a fan of his, has been sending more than 100 letters to him. Rhoma sympathises with her and falls in love. Meanwhile, Ida’s mother is a poor widow who sells gado-gado (traditional Indonesian salad). Rhoma’s mother wants him to marry another girl, Mira, who has a higher social standing. Rhoma rejects his mother’s choice and both mother and Mira, mock Ida and even tries to consult a shaman. Rhoma does not like Mira’s "modern" attitude. When Mira has an accident and Ida helps her, her attitude changes, and Ida and Rhoma end up marrying each other.
Who directed Raja Dangdut?
Raja Dangdut was directed by Maman Firmansyah.
Who stars in Raja Dangdut?
The principal cast of Raja Dangdut includes Rhoma Irama, Ida Royani, Netty Herawaty, Naniek Nurcahyani, Marlia Hardi.
When was Raja Dangdut released and how long is it?
Raja Dangdut was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.