Oki Setiana Dewi has just stepped into the acting world in a very interesting way. The actress and preacher we know, has just received an offer to play a role in a comedy drama produced in Egypt. This is her first experience, after previously always getting more serious roles.
In his latest Instagram post, Oki shared moments while he was practicing his lines and going through the filming process in Egypt. He admitted that he was hesitant to accept the offer, but his curiosity drove him to experience firsthand how the production team in Egypt works.
Interestingly, the drama she starred in turned out to be a favorite among Egyptian people during the month of Ramadan. Many social media users gave their support and appreciation for Oki's involvement in this production. Let's take a look at Oki Setiana Dewi's journey in the comedy drama!
1. Unexpected offer to play in a comedy drama
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Oki Setiana Dewi admitted that she initially felt hesitant when she was offered to play a role in a comedy drama. This was a different experience for her, considering that she often gets serious roles in various films and soap operas. However, her curiosity drove her to try this new thing.
"When I was first offered to play in this series, I was hesitant, because I had never played in a comedy drama (so far I have always played serious characters)," wrote Oki.
2. The filming process took place in Egypt
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The production of this drama is not from within the country, but from Egypt. To get into the character in this comedy drama, Oki Setiana Dewi had to go through the filming process in that country. In a post on her Instagram account, Oki shared several clips showing the atmosphere of dialogue practice and discussions carried out with the production crew.
3. This drama is a favorite during the month of Ramadan
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Oki shared some interesting information about the reception of the drama he starred in among the Egyptian public. He stated that the drama has become one of the most popular shows during the month of Ramadan. This experience certainly means a lot to Oki, considering that this is his first project abroad that received a very positive response.
" Alhamdulillah, the shooting that took place last December has aired. It is said that this drama has become a favorite series during the holy month of Ramadan for friends in Egypt and the surrounding areas ," wrote Oki in his Instagram caption.
4. Positive reactions from netizens
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The new experience shared by Oki through his upload received a very enthusiastic response from netizens. Many of them gave comments, where some of them expressed pride because Oki was able to participate in a drama produced abroad.
5. The challenge of acting in a foreign language
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Oki not only faced challenges when acting in a comedy drama, but also had to act using a foreign language. In a video clip that was uploaded, there was a text "Latihan Dialog Bahasa Sunda", which showed that Oki had to recite the dialogue in a different language.