Jakarta, April 10, 2025 – Pabrik Gula has become the second film this year to surpass 3 million viewers in under two weeks since its release on March 31. In addition to its grand production, the film has captivated audiences with a chilling soundtrack and score composed by award-winning musician Ricky Lionardi.
Ricky Lionardi is no stranger to the world of music. The composer, who won a Citra Award for Best Original Score for Before, Now & Then (Nana) in 2022, is known for his emotionally rich film compositions. This time, Ricky lends his talent to MD Pictures’ latest horror project, Pabrik Gula.
In this film directed by Awi Suryadi, Ricky brings his signature musical depth and intensity. His score is designed to immerse the audience in a suspenseful and eerie atmosphere throughout the film.
The score for Pabrik Gula, which blends traditional Indonesian instruments with contemporary orchestral elements, is now available on streaming platforms. Listeners can experience haunting melodies that intertwine with the film’s narrative through the official soundtrack album.
Pabrik Gula tells the terrifying tale of seasonal laborers at a sugar factory who encounter supernatural forces. The film is based on a viral thread written by the well-known horror storyteller SimpleMan, famed for works such as KKN di Desa Penari.
Premiering in Indonesia during Eid 2025, Pabrik Gula also released in Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei that same week. On April 18, the film is scheduled for release in the USA.
The movie’s success isn’t limited to Indonesia—Pabrik Gula has also taken neighboring countries by storm, drawing over 1 million viewers in Malaysia within just four days.
Touted as MD Pictures’ next mega-hit, Pabrik Gula brings together the powerhouse trio behind Indonesia’s highest-grossing film of all time, KKN di Desa Penari (2022): producer Manoj Punjabi, director Awi Suryadi, and writer Lele Laila.
Pabrik Gula is available in two versions. The uncut edition includes additional scenes and is rated 21+, while the regular version is rated 17+. Audiences can choose to watch the film in standard cinemas, IMAX, or 4DX for a more immersive experience.
About Ricky Lionardi
Ricky Lionardi is an acclaimed Indonesian composer and music producer known for his cross-genre musical compositions. His work in film scoring has earned numerous accolades, including the prestigious Citra Award. His collaborations with top artists and renowned orchestras reflect his commitment to elevating Indonesian music on the global stage.
About MD Pictures
MD Pictures, an MD Entertainment Company, is a leading film studio based in Jakarta, Indonesia. As the first publicly listed film company on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX), MD Pictures has been at the forefront of the entertainment industry for over two decades. Since its establishment in 2002, MD Entertainment has evolved into Indonesia’s most prolific media powerhouse, backed by a fully integrated production system and state-of-the-art facilities that cover the entire content creation pipeline. MD produces films, television and OTT programming, music, and animation — repeatedly setting industry benchmarks. With a vast library of over 200 feature films and 14,000 hours of content, MD has built a legacy of groundbreaking, award-winning productions. Notably, all intellectual property (IP) rights for MD content are wholly owned by the company.
In 2022, MD Pictures released “KKN: Curse of the Dancing Village”, which became the highest-grossing Indonesian film of all time, surpassing 10 million viewers. This monumental success has further propelled MD onto the global stage, forging international partnerships and bringing Indonesian cinema to Hollywood premieres.
Continuing its expansion, MD acquired and launched MDTV in early 2025. With this acquisition and the ownership of its own distribution platform, MD has reinforced its dominance in television, drama, and digital content, bringing high-quality storytelling to even broader audiences. For more information please visit https://linktr.ee/mdentertainmentofficial
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