JAKARTA - The case of alleged insult to Toraja adat provides a lesson for Pandji Pragiwaksono. After being examined at the Criminal Investigation Unit, Pandji expressed his commitment to evaluating how he writes comedy material in the future.
"I have also committed to improving my writing jokes, stand-up comedy material," said Pandji when met at the National Police Headquarters Criminal Investigation Unit, Monday, March 9, 2026.
Pandji revealed that in the customary trial that he went through, there was a two-way dialogue that woke up both parties. This changed his perspective in working as a comedian.
"It happened that it was agreed that this was the fault of both parties. So at the time of the customary trial, both apologized for what had been said and what had happened as a result of this situation," he admitted.
For him, the customary trial process is not just a punishment, but a learning space. Pandji feels lucky to be able to see firsthand how a thousand-year-old tradition works to resolve conflicts.
"It seems that both parties have a lot to learn. It's nice to be able to get involved in a tradition that has been going on for thousands of years," added Pandji.
Even though he had to deal with the police, Pandji did not regret the process that took place. He actually appreciated the way the Toraja people welcomed his good intentions to clarify the problem.
"In my opinion, my experience in Toraja is one of the most memorable experiences. Going through a fair and democratic trial process," he explained seriously.
Regarding the material that had become a polemic, Pandji ensured that there were many aspects that he was considering before getting on stage. Clarification in front of the investigators is also part of his responsibility.
"I was asked about my presence in Toraja when I held a Toraja customary trial. The question was about that and the clarification was given by me," said Pandji.
Pandji also entrusted the continuation of this case to the authorities. However, his main focus is now improving the quality of his work so that similar incidents do not recur.
"I believe in the process that is underway. I am grateful that a way has been opened to meet with indigenous people," he said at the end of the interview session.
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