Paul Agusta

Biography

Paul Fauzan Agusta (born on September 1, 1980, in Kampung Melayu, South Jakarta) is an Indonesian actor, director, producer, screenwriter, and film curator known for his contributions to independent cinema. He is the son of Minangkabau literary figure Leon Agusta and Margaret "Maggie" Rose Glade, a feminist figure from the United States with German, Irish, and Welsh ancestry.

After completing his film studies in the United States, Paul returned to Indonesia in 2003 and became actively involved in the national film industry. He is known for his belief that video has democratized opportunities for anyone to create in the field of cinema, emphasizing the importance of well-developed storytelling.

One of his latest works is the film Onde Mande! (2023), a family comedy-drama deeply rooted in Minangkabau culture. In this film, Paul involved many local actors from West Sumatra to enhance the authenticity and cultural essence of Minang. He expressed his satisfaction with the performances of the local actors, who successfully supported the cultural elements of the film.

With his dedication to showcasing local culture and his contributions to independent cinema, Paul Fauzan Agusta remains a significant figure in the Indonesian film industry.

Known For

Menunggu Bunda
Menunggu Bunda
Ringroad
Ringroad
A Copy of My Mind
A Copy of My Mind
Kenapa Harus Bule?
Kenapa Harus Bule?
Nay
Nay

Filmography

2024 THE RAGE, Blood From The Sea
as Bos Mafia
2024 Ali Topan
as Resepsionis Hotel
2023 The Prize!
as Presenter
2021 Menunggu Bunda
as Rama
2021 Ringroad
as
2021 Preman
as Paul
2020 Jakarta vs Everybody
as Om Roy
2019 Imperfect
as Pemilik Iguana
2019 Abracadabra
as Zakaria
2019 Gundala
as Politician
2018 The Returning
as
2018 DOA: Cari Jodoh
as
2018 Kenapa Harus Bule?
as Papi / Villa Owner
2018 Benyamin the Troublemaker
as Kolektor
2017 All Is Forgiven, for We Have Been Happy
as Himself
2017 The Carousel Never Stops Turning
as Pemilik Food Truck
2016 Sundul Gan: The Story of Kaskus
as
2016 A Copy of My Mind
as Bandi
2015 Nay
as Ben (voice)
2015 The Hijra
as Paul