For older generations, "Indonesian entertainment" meant sinetron —melodramatic television series featuring wealthy families, evil twins, and Cinderella stories. Stations like RCTI, SCTV, and Indosiar were the gatekeepers. However, the rise of digital streaming has democratized the industry.

Another challenge is the lack of infrastructure and funding for the entertainment industry. Many Indonesian artists and producers struggle to access funding and resources to produce high-quality content.