Lost in the Spotlight

Lost in the Spotlight is a 2025 Indonesian comedy film directed and written by Ernest Prakasa. It stars Vino G. Bastian as Vino Agustian, an actor who mysteriously loses his talent.
It had its world premiere at the 20th Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival on 2 December 2025. It was released on Netflix on 11 December 2025.

Premise

A narcissistic actor mysteriously loses his acting skills just as he lands the most important role of his career.

Cast

Vino G. Bastian as Vino Agustian
Agus Kuncoro as Iksan, Vino's older brother
Dea Panendra as Dimi, Vino's assistant and best friend
Emil Kusumo as Hasto, Vino's manager
Sadha Triyudha as Andi, aspiring director and Vino's best friend
Mike Lucock as Amir, film producer
Sheila Dara Aisha as Sheila
Arswendy Bening Swara as Sudibyo, former president
Morgan Oey as Morgan Woo
Lukman Sardi as Lukman Sarbi

Production

In February 2025, Netflix revealed that Lost in the Spotlight is part of the 2025 lineup of Southeast Asian films and television series. It was scheduled to be released in the fourth quarter of 2025. During the film's press conference, Prakasa stated that his aim was to reveal the lesser-known aspects of the showbiz industry through this film.

Release

Lost in the Spotlight had its world premiere at the 20th Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival on 2 December 2025 at the Indonesian Film Showcase section. It was released on Netflix on 11 December 2025.