Dea Panendra

Dea Panendra (born Panendra Larasati on 18 January 1991) is an Indonesian actress and singer whose career has spanned over a decade of notable achievements in both music and film. Emerging from Bandung, West Java, she first entered the public eye in 2010 when she auditioned for the sixth season of Indonesian Idol, ultimately finishing in eleventh place after a series of bottom‑three appearances. Despite the early elimination, the exposure paved the way for a diverse artistic path; she began recording soundtracks for the movies she starred in, demonstrating a seamless blend of vocal talent and on‑screen presence. In 2020 she released the heartfelt single “Dari Kata Turun Ke Hati” for the The Ex‑Lover Shop soundtrack, and in 2024 collaborated with the band Ricecooker on “If You Let Me”, featured in the Love Unlike in K‑Dramas soundtrack, underscoring her growing influence in contemporary Indonesian pop culture.

Panendra’s acting breakthrough arrived with her supporting role as Novi in Mouly Surya’s critically acclaimed Marlina the Murderer in Four Acts (2017), a film that premiered at Cannes and earned her the prestigious Citra Award for Best Supporting Actress at the 2018 Indonesian Film Festival. Her performance was praised for its emotional depth and nuanced delivery, cementing her status as a rising talent in Southeast Asian cinema. She continued to garner industry respect with a second Citra nomination for her work in Photocopier (2021). Earlier, she auditioned for the musical film Three Sassy Sisters (2016), ultimately appearing as an extra, a testament to her perseverance and willingness to embrace varied roles. Across her career, Panendra has balanced acting and singing, contributing to soundtracks, starring in feature films, and maintaining a strong connection with audiences through both mediums. Her versatile artistry, combined with a dedicated work ethic, makes her a prominent figure shaping the future of Indonesian entertainment.