JAKARTA, November 6, 2026 — A compelling story about family, love, and the complexities of human relationships is set to take center stage at the 21st Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF21). Titled Keluarga Tak Berencana (Unplanned Family), the upcoming Indonesian family drama, directed by Kuntz Agus and written by Alim Sudio, will make its world premiere at the festival, taking place from November 28 to December 5, 2026.

Produced through a collaboration between Double N Entertainment and Nation Pictures, the film stars three acclaimed Indonesian actors: Lukman Sardi, Lulu Tobing, and Tatjana Saphira. Alongside the world premiere announcement, the production team has also unveiled its teaser poster, offering audiences a first glimpse of the film and its ensemble cast.

At its heart, Unplanned Family explores the emotional distance between family members, the weight of unresolved feelings, and the possibility of reconciliation. Developed through a collaboration between Indonesian and South Korean production teams, the film brings a deeply personal yet universally relatable perspective to the family drama genre.

A Family Story Filled with Unspoken Feelings

The story follows Gendis (Tatjana Saphira), whose already complicated relationship with her father takes an unexpected turn when her mother, Rima (Lulu Tobing), falls ill. Forced to return to her hometown, Gendis comes home carrying years of anger and disappointment.

She resents her father, Sanca (Lukman Sardi), a humble mechanic whom she considers a failure for never having been present throughout her childhood. Determined to distance her mother from him, Gendis takes Rima away. However, Rima has one request that could bring the family back together.

Her wish forces Sanca to travel to Jakarta, where he must confront not only his strained relationship with his daughter but also a deeply buried secret from his past—one that could change everything they thought they knew.

Adding further layers to the story are Guntur (Indra Birowo), Sanca’s longtime friend who knows much about his past; Lilo (Kiki Narendra), Sanca’s former personal assistant who has since become a close friend; and Bara (Marcell Darwin), a man from Gendis’ past who still has feelings for her.

Through these intertwined relationships, the film promises an emotional journey that examines how love can exist even when understanding and communication seem impossible.

Kuntz Agus Explores the Meaning of Family Beyond Appearances

For director Kuntz Agus, the relationship between Sanca and Gendis was one of the most compelling reasons to take on the project.

“What drew me to this film was the relationship between Sanca and Gendis. Deep down, they love each other, but they have different perspectives and different ways of expressing their feelings. Through this story, I want to invite audiences to see that understanding family sometimes requires us to look beyond what appears on the surface,” Kuntz shared.

His approach highlights one of the film’s central themes: family relationships are rarely straightforward. Sometimes, the people who love each other most are also the ones who struggle the hardest to understand one another.

A Universal Story Brought to Life Through Indonesian-South Korean Collaboration

For Delon Tio, producer of Nation Pictures, the appeal of Unplanned Family lies in its simplicity and emotional familiarity.

“I was drawn to producing Unplanned Family because it tells a simple story that feels very close to our everyday lives. Every family has its own dynamics, problems, and conflicts. It is precisely these imperfections that make a family feel real,” Delon explained.

He also expressed his excitement about introducing the film to audiences for the first time at JAFF21.

“We are delighted and proud to have the opportunity to present this film for the first time at JAFF21. We hope it will make audiences laugh, move them emotionally, and perhaps encourage them to see family from a different perspective,” he added.

Meanwhile, Wonki Choi of South Korea’s Double N Entertainment shared how the project initially took shape in Korea, inspired by the universal theme of family love.

“We first developed Unplanned Family in Korea, building the story around the universal theme of love within a family. We wanted to bring this story to Indonesia and explore the intersection between the warmth and family values that remain deeply rooted in older generations and the lifestyles of Millennials and Gen Z,” Wonki said.

He also reflected on the experience of working across two different production cultures.

“Coming from the Korean production system, I initially had concerns about communication and the discussion process throughout production. However, the wonderful collaboration with the Indonesian producers, director, writer, cast, and entire crew turned out to be an incredibly memorable experience.”

For Wonki, bringing the film to its world premiere in Indonesia makes the journey even more meaningful.

“Having the opportunity to hold the world premiere in Indonesia at JAFF21 is a tremendous honor. We are truly grateful to be part of this festival and hope the film will be warmly received by audiences,” he added.

Two Public Screenings at JAFF21

The world premiere of Keluarga Tak Berencana (Unplanned Family) will take place in two public screening sessions on December 3 and 4, 2026, at XXI Empire, Yogyakarta, as part of the 21st Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival.

Both screenings will be open to the public, offering festivalgoers an opportunity to experience the film ahead of its wider release. Ticket information will be available through the official JAFF21 website at jaff-filmfest.org.

As one of Indonesia’s prominent international film festivals, JAFF provides an exciting platform for Unplanned Family to meet its first audience and spark conversations about the realities of family life.

With a talented ensemble cast, a heartfelt story, and a creative collaboration between Indonesia and South Korea, Unplanned Family aims to remind audiences that family is not always about being perfect. Sometimes, it is about learning to understand, forgive, and love one another despite everything that stands in the way.

Further updates about the film and its JAFF21 world premiere activities will be shared through its official social media channels.

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