Bumilangit Cinematic Universe

The Bumilangit Cinematic Universe (BCU) (Indonesian: Jagat Sinema Bumilangit) is a series of Indonesian superhero films produced by Bumilangit Studios based on characters that appear in comic books published by Bumilangit. Volume 1 of the series began with Gundala in 2019 and will conclude with the release of a team-up film Patriot.[1]

Bumilangit Cinematic Universe
Bumilangit Cinematic Universe
Based onCharacters published by
by Bumilangit
Production
company
Distributed byBumilangit Studios
CountryIndonesia
LanguageIndonesian
Javanese

Joko Anwar was announced as the executive producer that will oversee the development of all films in Volume 1 of the series. He wrote and directed Gundala as well as co-wrote Sri Asih.[2]

Development

The development of the film series came on the heel of the success of Disney's Marvel Cinematic Universe franchise. The production of several films into planned volumes with individual superhero films released before a team-up film resembles the strategy employed by Marvel Studios.

During a Disney+ event in 2020, President of Marvel Studios Kevin Feige spoke with the Bumilangit Cinematic Universe executive producer Joko Anwar and expressed support for the Indonesian superhero franchise while saying that the project is "in the right hands".[3]

Background

The Bumilangit Universe in the comic book series began in the ancient times and continue well into present day. It is divided into four eras:

  • The Legends era, set after the volcanic eruption of Mount Toba which pushed humans to near extinction and revolve around three fictional kingdoms that lead the recovery of human civilizations: the Kingdom of Wiba with its advanced scientific achievements, the Kingdom of Godam with its strong warriors, and the Kingdom of Rawaya with its spiritual devotion.
  • The Swordsmen era, set in the 17th century with key characters who are known for their swordsmanship, such as Mandala, Barda Mandrawata, Purnama Wulan Dewi Sartikawati, Selendang Mayang, and Rahayu.
  • The Patriot era, with characters such as Mardhanus, Nani Wijaya, Sancaka, and Adam.
  • The Revolution era, set in present day.

Films

Volume 1
Film Release date Director Screenwriter(s) Producer(s) Ref.
Gundala August 28, 2019 Joko Anwar Joko Anwar Sukhdev Singh, Wicky V. Olindo & Bismarka Kurniawan [4][5]
Sri Asih 2021 Upi Avianto Joko Anwar & Upi Avianto Wicky V. Olindo & Bismarka Kurniawan [4][6]
Patriot Taruna: Virgo and the Sparklings 2021 Ody C. Harahap Rafki Hidayat & Jonathan Wattimena Wicky V. Olindo [4][7]
Godam & Tira TBA TBA TBA TBA [4][8]
The Blind of the Phantom Cave: Angel's Eyes TBA Timo Tjahjanto Timo Tjahjanto TBA [4][9]
Mandala: The Devil's Sword TBA TBA TBA Wicky V. Olindo & Bismarka Kurniawan [4]
Gundala the Son of Lightning TBA TBA TBA TBA [4]
Patriot TBA TBA TBA TBA [4]

Main cast and characters

As of January 2021, Gundala is the only film to have been released in 2019.[5] Sri Asih and Patriot Taruna: Virgo and the Sparklings are currently in production and are set for a 2021 release.[6][7] The following performers have also been confirmed as part of the film series:

Additionally, action star Iko Uwais has been rumored to star as the titular character in The Blind of the Phantom Cave: Angel's Eyes.[10]

Character Gundala
(2019)		 Sri Asih
(2021)		 Patriot Taruna: Virgo and the Sparklings
(2021)		 Godam & Tira
(TBA)		 The Blind of the Phantom Cave: Angel's Eyes
(TBA)		 Mandala: The Devil's Sword
(TBA)		 Gundala the Son of Lightning
(TBA)		 Patriot
TBA)
Sancaka
Gundala		 Abimana Aryasatya TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA
Sedhah Esti Wulan
Merpati		 Tara Basro TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA
Nani Wijaya
Sri Asih		 Pevita Pearce TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA
Cempaka TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA
Awang
Godam		 Faris Fadjar Munggaran TBA TBA Chicco Jerikho TBA TBA TBA TBA
Susie
Tira		 TBA TBA Chelsea Islan TBA TBA TBA
Mandala TBA TBA TBA TBA Joe Taslim TBA TBA
Rini/Riani
Virgo		 TBA Adhisty Zara TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA

Powers and abilities
Character Creator Powers and abilities
Sancaka[11]
Gundala		 Harya Suraminata Generate lightning bolts, lightning punch, and superhuman speed.
Sedhah Esti Wulan[12]
Merpati		 Flight, superhuman navigation sense, and superhuman strength equal to 20 male adults.
Nani Wijaya[13]
Sri Asih		 R. A. Kosasih Superhuman strength equal to 250 male adults, flight, martial arts, body enlargement, and body multiplication.
Cempaka Martial arts
Awang[14]
Godam		 Wid N. S. Superhuman strength, supersonic flight, and supersonic speed.
Mardhanus[15]
Aquanus		 Swim faster than any aquatic life forms and possess a belt that could blast powerful rainbow rays.
Motila[16]
Camar		 Communications with birds, martial arts, and superhuman leap.
Barda Mandrawata[17]
Si Buta dari Gua Hantu		 Games T. H. Sword and stick fighting, martial arts, and superhuman senses.
Mandala[18] Mansyur Daman Martial arts, sword fighting, and an ability to crush rocks without physical contact (named the 'rock tidal wave' technique).
Purnama Wulan Dewi Sartikawati[19]
Eagle-Eyed Angel		 Martial arts using a chain whip with sharp blade at its end as weapon.
Susie[20]
Tira		 Nono G. M. Martial arts, high-tech combat gadgets, and ability to summon mystical spirits.
Rini/Riani[21]
Virgo		 Jan Mintaraga
Ellie Goh		 Generate scorching fire flames from her fingers.

Main villains

The film producers have not confirmed the villain character that will be the main enemy in the film series. However, a scene in Gundala depicting Ghazul (Ario Bayu) summoning the ancient figure Ki Wilawuk (Sujiwo Tejo) led to speculations that the character will serve as the mega-villain for the superhero team-up in later film.[22]

Film Main villain Portrayed by
Gundala Pengkor Bront Palarae
Sri Asih TBA TBA
Patriot Taruna: Virgo and The Sparklings TBA TBA
Godam & Tira TBA TBA
The Blind of the Phantom Cave: Angel's Eyes TBA TBA
Mandala: The Devil's Sword TBA TBA
Gundala the Son of Lightning TBA TBA
Patriot TBA TBA

See also

References
  1. "Usai Gundala, Ini Deretan Film Superhero Asli Indonesia yang Bakal Digarap". suara.com (in Indonesian). August 18, 2019. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  2. Indonesia, C. N. N. "Joko Anwar Jadi Produser Kreatif Semesta Bumilangit". hiburan (in Indonesian). Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  3. "Kevin Feige, President of Marvel Studios, Supported Joko Anwar and Bumilangit Cinematic Universe; Christine Hakim, Reza Rahadian, Dimas Anggara, and Jefri Nichol Join Bumilangit Cinematic Universe". Bumilangit. August 11, 2020. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  4. "Bumilangit Cinematic Universe". Bumilangit. December 15, 2020. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  5. Anwar, Joko (August 29, 2019), Gundala (Action, Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi), Abimana Aryasatya, Tara Basro, Bront Palarae, Ario Bayu, Screenplay Films, Bumilangit Studios, Legacy Pictures, retrieved January 31, 2021
  6. Avianto, Upi, Sri Asih (Action, Adventure, Drama), Raline Shah, Pevita Pearce, Jefri Nichol, Ganindra Bimo, Bumilangit Studios, Screenplay Films, retrieved January 31, 2021
  7. Harahap, Ody C., Patriot Taruna: Virgo and The Sparkling (Action, Drama, Romance), Adhisty Zara, Mawar Eva de Jongh, Rebecca Klopper, Mentari Novel, Bumilangit Studios, Screenplay Films, retrieved January 31, 2021
  8. Godam & Tira (Action, Adventure, Drama), Chelsea Islan, Chicco Jerikho, retrieved January 31, 2021CS1 maint: others (link)
  9. "The Blind of the Ghost Cave: Angel's Eyes - Production & Contact Info | IMDbPro". pro.imdb.com. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  10. "Timo Tjahjanto Bocorkan Iko Uwais Sebagai Si Buta dari Goa Hantu". kumparan (in Indonesian). Retrieved January 31, 2021.
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  12. "MERPATI". Bumilangit. September 16, 2016. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  13. "SRI ASIH". Bumilangit. September 13, 2016. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  14. "GODAM". Bumilangit. September 13, 2016. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  15. "AQUANUS". Bumilangit. September 13, 2016. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  16. "CAMAR". Bumilangit. September 28, 2016. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  17. "SI BUTA DARI GUA HANTU". Bumilangit. September 13, 2016. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  18. "MANDALA". Bumilangit. September 13, 2016. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  19. "Mengenal Lebih Lanjut Jagoan Jagat Sinema Bumilangit (1)". kumparan (in Indonesian). Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  20. "TIRA". Bumilangit. September 13, 2016. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
  21. "VIRGO". Bumilangit. September 13, 2016. Retrieved January 31, 2021.
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