Ray Sahetapy, a renowned senior actor in Indonesian cinema, embarked on his illustrious acting career with a role in the 1980 film 'Gadis', marking the beginning of a prolific journey that would see him appear in over 80 movies.
During the heyday of Indonesian cinema in the 1980s and early 1990s, Sahetapy's captivating on-screen presence, coupled with his striking good looks and impressive dramatic skills, catapulted him to the status of one of the most popular actors of his time.
Throughout his distinguished career, Sahetapy has garnered numerous accolades, including a staggering seven nominations for Best Actor in Piala Citra, Indonesia's equivalent to the Oscars.
In 2013, he took home the Best Supporting Actor award for his outstanding performance in 'The Raid' at the Indonesian Movie Awards. This impressive feat was followed by another Best Supporting Actor win in 2015, this time for his work in '2014, Siapa Di Atas Presiden' at the prestigious Bandung Film Festival.
