Writing
Donny Dhirgantoro
Born
1978-10-27 (47)
Place of birth
Jakarta, Indonesia
Known for
Writing
Credits
8 titles
Donny Dhirgantoro, (born on October 27, 1978, in Jakarta), is an Indonesian writer and screenwriter widely known for his inspiring works. Donny completed his secondary education at SMA Negeri 6 Jakarta, a school he fondly remembers for its unforgettable experiences. His love for writing and reading began as soon as he learned how to do both. He then pursued higher education at STIE Perbanas Jakarta (now ABFI Institute Perbanas), class of 1997, where he was active in the campus photography club and the Student Senate. His first novel, "5 cm", was published on May 21, 2005, and became a bestseller for two consecutive years. The novel tells the story of five friends embarking on a journey tha…
Known for
7.1Unemployed and immature, a somewhat pathetic bachelor sets his sights on finding a date for the wedding of his younger, more successful brother.
Single
2015
6.7Hapless office worker Alfi needs help from his pals when he unexpectedly falls for the daughter of his boss — a stern man with eyes for Alfi's mom.
The Guys
2017
7.7When a young man leaves home to fulfill the wishes of his late father, he meets and falls in love with a woman from a very different background.
The Sinking of Van Der Wijck
2013
7.0Five friends embark on a mission to climb the highest peak in Java, overcoming obstacles on the way and discovering the true meaning of friendship.
5 cm
2012
5.5The relationships of a group of co-workers grow complicated due to a great deal of unrequited love between them.
An Anthology of Feelings
2019
6.0After meeting at a party, two Indonesian students studying in the US embark on a project to create a science fiction epic that will captivate the masses.
Supernova: The Knight, the Princess, & Shooting Star
2014
Behind the camera
7.1Unemployed and immature, a somewhat pathetic bachelor sets his sights on finding a date for the wedding of his younger, more successful brother.
Single
2015
6.7Hapless office worker Alfi needs help from his pals when he unexpectedly falls for the daughter of his boss — a stern man with eyes for Alfi's mom.
The Guys
2017
7.7When a young man leaves home to fulfill the wishes of his late father, he meets and falls in love with a woman from a very different background.
The Sinking of Van Der Wijck
2013
7.0Five friends embark on a mission to climb the highest peak in Java, overcoming obstacles on the way and discovering the true meaning of friendship.
5 cm
2012
5.5The relationships of a group of co-workers grow complicated due to a great deal of unrequited love between them.
An Anthology of Feelings
2019
6.0After meeting at a party, two Indonesian students studying in the US embark on a project to create a science fiction epic that will captivate the masses.
Supernova: The Knight, the Princess, & Shooting Star
2014
7.3Ebi has never dated even once in his whole life. Now on his 30th birthday, he is determined to find a girlfriend, but he doesn't know how to do it at all.
Single: Part 2
2019
5.7Reza and his three friends tried to explore the history of the dorm they lived. But unfortunately, Reza does a ritual that should not have been done.
Jeritan Malam
2019