A new must-watch to wrap up the year has just dropped on Netflix. ‘Lupa Daratan’, directed by Ernest Prakasa, takes you straight into the messy, chaotic world of celebrity life. So, how deep does this movie revealing all behind the bright lights and famous faces?

Main plot

Cast as the lead, Vino steps into the role of a famous actor named Vino Agustian, a man at the very peak of his career. Awards, popularity, wealth, he’s got them all. But behind all that success, we’re shown his arrogant, overly confident attitude.

Just when Vino believes nothing can pull him down from his comfortable life, reality smacks him hard and fast. Right as he’s entrusted with a new film project, Vino suddenly and shockingly loses his ability to act.

A slap of reality

Even though the plot might sound like a classic, almost fairytale-like setup: an ordinary guy becomes famous, turns arrogant, gets “cursed,” and falls back to reality, ‘Lupa Daratan’  brings something fresh to the table. The movie gives a peek into how the showbiz world is filled with tricks, games, and deception.

Beyond that, ‘Lupa Daratan’ also shows how Vino ends up forgetting the person who played the biggest role in his success, his own brother. Their lives are worlds apart, far from what anyone would call ideal. This part of the story hits close to reality, serving as a strong reminder of how easily people forget to be grateful, even to those who helped shape who they are today.

”On top of that, Ernest, as the director, infuses sharp satire about the all-too-common “star syndrome” behavior that many celebrities fall into.”

Available now on Netflix

The 154-minute film officially premiered on Netflix on December 11, 2025. Here, we get to watch Vino G. Bastian share the screen with fellow actors like Sheila Dara, Dea Panendra, Lukman Sardi, Morgan Oey, and many more. Veteran actor Agus Kuncoro also appears, playing the role of Vino’s older brother.

So go ahead, watch ‘Lupa Daratan’ and see for yourself how the harsh world of celebrity life is wrapped in a blend of comedy and drama!

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