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Nai Djenar Maesa Ayu
Acting
Born January 14, 1973 · Jakarta, Indonesia
Also known as Nai Djenae Maisa Ayu
Biography
Nai Djenar Maesa Ayu (born January 14, 1973 in Jakarta) is an Indonesian novelist, short story writer, actress, screenwriter, and filmmaker.
Awards & recognition
- Citra Award — for Best Adapted Scenarios · 2009
- Citra Award — Best Supporting Actress · 2021 · nominated
- Citra Award — Best Supporting Actress · 2017 · nominated
- Maya Cup — Selected Supporting Actress · 2017 · nominated
- Citra Award — Best Director · 2009 · nominated
Filmography9 titles

Tersanjung: The Movie
2021as Bobby Sadewo's Mother
2021as Bobby Sadewo's Mother

On Your Lap
2025as Karaoke Lady
2025as Karaoke Lady

Nay
2015Director, Producer, Writer
2015Director, Producer, Writer

Vengeance Is Mine, All Others Pay Cash
2021as Rona Merah
2021as Rona Merah

Grave Torture
2024as Inayah
2024as Inayah

Joko Anwar's Nightmares and Daydreams
2024as Manager
2024as Manager

Gundala
2019as Rich Woman
2019as Rich Woman

Janji Darah
2024as Ibu Dinda
2024as Ibu Dinda

Death Knot
2021
2021