FFI Cup Wins First, Omara Esteghlal Calls For Resistance Against Discrimination And Hate

JAKARTA Young actor Omara Esteghlal appeared full of emotion when delivering his winning speech after winning the Citra Cup at the 2025 Indonesian Film Festival (FFI).

Not just a thank you, Omara took the moment as a stage to voice social messages that were closely related to the character she played.

Omara opened her speech with gratitude and respect for the jury. He said the achievement felt extraordinary because he had the opportunity to side by side with the actors he had idolized.

"Alhamdulillah... I am very grateful that I was even nominated for what I idolized," Omara said on stage.

He then dedicated his trophy to his family, especially his mother who was present in person at the show hall.

"I thank my family, Mother who is here," he said.

Not to forget, Omara gave a special appreciation to Prilly Latuconsina who was involved in organizing the FFI this year.

"And also for the great women who can take care of all this event, Mrs. Prilly Latuconsina who is beautiful there. Thank you, I love you," he said.

After expressing his gratitude to all the cast and crew, Omara took his speech to a more reflective realm. He said Jefri's character, which he played in, was born from the experience of discrimination and hatred, an issue that he said often escapes the public's attention.

"My character, Jefri, is a character that grows from hatred and discrimination," said Omara.

He emphasized the importance of collective awareness of these issues, considering the impact could lead to violence and social divisions. His speech closed with strong calls for a more inclusive Indonesia.

"Hopefully our country can be free from racial, ethnic, religious, and we will continue to fight violence," he said loudly.