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Maudy Ayunda
Maudy Ayunda in 2019
Born	Ayunda Faza Maudya (1994-12-19) 19 December 1994 (age 30) Jakarta, Indonesia
Nationality	Indonesia
Alma mater	University of Oxford (BA) Stanford University (MA) (MBA)
Occupation(s)	Singer, Songwriter, Actress, Entrepreneur, Author
Years active	2005–present
Organization(s)	Mod Media Collective, Maudy Ayunda Foundation, From This Island
Title	Co-founder and CEO of From This Island
Spouse	Jesse Choi ​(m. 2022)​
Musical career
Genres	Pop
Labels	Trinity Optima Production
Musical artist

Ayunda Faza Maudya, B.A., M.A., M.B.A., commonly known as Maudy Ayunda (born December 19,1994) is an Indonesian actress, singer-songwriter, entrepreneur and author. Known for her knack for storytelling and multifaceted talents, Ayunda has become a household name in Indonesia, particularly in the entertainment industry and the education sector.

Ayunda made her debut in the entertainment industry through the film “Untuk Rena” in 2005. After finding fame as a child actress, Ayunda gained further recognition for her iconic female lead roles in “Perahu Kertas” (2022), “Refrain” (2013), and “Habibie & Ainun 3” (2019), earning critical praise and a dedicated fan base.

In addition to her acting career, Ayunda is also a prominent figure in the music industry. She released her first album “Panggil Aku…”, featuring the hit single “Tiba-tiba Cinta Datang”, in 2011. With three studio albums and numerous film soundtracks under her belt, Ayunda is making a comeback to the music scene with her fourth studio album “Pada Suatu Hari” releasing in 2024. The new album marks a significant milestone in Ayunda’s musical journey, bringing in a fresher and more authentic perspectives into her works.

Also known for her advocacy in various social issues, particularly education and youth empowerment, Ayunda has been involved in initiatives that promote access to education and foster impactful ripples for Indonesia, highlighting her commitment in both the entertainment and social sectors.

Her work has garnered various accolades, including a spot on Forbes Asia 30 Under 30, double nominations at the Indonesian Film Festival (FFI), and multiple nominations at the Anugerah Music Indonesia (AMI). With her unique blend of artistry and intellect, Maudy Ayunda continues to inspire many.

Personal life and education

Maudy Ayunda was born to parents Didit Jasmedi R. Irawan and Mauren Jasmedi (born 1968). She has a younger sister named Amanda Khairunissa. She married Jesse Jiseok Choi, a Korean-American businessman, in May 2022.

Maudy Ayunda was a runner-up in a speech competition at her school. She speaks English, Javanese, Indonesian, Mandarin, and Spanish. After graduating from the British School Jakarta, Ayunda enrolled at St Hilda's College in University of Oxford to study Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) and graduated in 2016.

Maudy Ayunda has decided to join Stanford for her master's degree instead of Harvard, because the former offers a joint degree of MBA and Education, which is a combination of her passions.

Career

Maudy Ayunda's first film role was in Untuk Rena (2005) alongside Surya Saputra. Her next film was Sang Pemimpi (2009), directed by Riri Riza, where she played the role of Zakiah Nurmala, the protagonist's love interest. Her song "Mengejar Mimpi" was featured on the soundtrack.

In 2011, Maudy Ayunda appeared in two musicals, Rumah Tanpa Jendela and Tendangan dari Langit. In 2012, she had a role in Malaikat Tanpa Sayap, alongside Adipati Koesmadji.

Maudy Ayunda released her debut album, Panggil Aku..., in 2011 that featured 10 songs, one of which she wrote "Tetap Bersama". In 2012, her vocal of "Perahu Kertas", written by Dewi Lestari was used for the soundtrack of Perahu Kertas.

In January 2014, she recorded a duet "By My Side" with David Choi. The song was well-received in Indonesia and released on iTunes Music Indonesia and as a YouTube video on 19 March 2014. She released her second studio album Moments on 1 April 2015. In 2015, she also released three singles: "Cinta Datang Terlambat", "Bayangkan Rasakan" and "Untuk Apa" and earned a Multi-Platinum award for selling over 200.000 copies.

In 2016, Walt Disney Pictures chose Maudy Ayunda to sing the soundtrack "Seberapa Jauh Ku Melangkah", Indonesian translation of "How Far I'll Go - Nice" for the film Moana.

In 2020, Maudy Ayunda was named to Forbes' "30 Under 30 Asia" list in the entertainment and sports category.

In March 2022, she was appointed as a spokesperson for the upcoming G20 summit in Indonesia, scheduled to be held in November 2022 Her appointment sparked criticism from some, with some saying that she has no experience in the diplomacy, international relations and calling it a "gimmick". Bloomberg News questioned her appointment, calling it is a vanity appointment by the government to connect with the young population, while young Indonesians face high unemployment and rising living costs. Wasito Raharjo, a political researcher at BRIN, says her appointment is an attempt to "dismiss criticism from the youth on critical issues."

Activism

Maudy Ayunda is involved in social, political and economic issues in Indonesia, especially those impacting the lives of young people. In 2015, she accompanied the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, David Cameron, during his visit to Jakarta.

Maudy Ayunda is involved in the campaign against modern slavery, which includes forced labor, marriage and dangerous labor. In March 2017, she was appointed a spokesperson against modern slavery at the Vice Presidential Palace in Jakarta. Through her work, she tries to acquaint her audience with the realities of modern slavery, and uses social media platforms to promote that message.

Discography

Studio albums

Soundtrack album

Singles

Filmography

Film

Publications

Books

Awards and nominations

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External links

• Official website (in Indonesian)
• Maudy Ayunda at IMDb
• Maudy Ayunda at AllMovie
• Maudy Ayunda at AllMusic
• Maudy Ayunda at BBC Music

• 1994 births
• Indonesian activists
• Indonesian women activists
• 21st-century Indonesian women singers
• Indonesian film actresses
• Indonesian television actresses
• Indonesian pop singers
• Javanese people
• Living people
• Musicians from Jakarta
• Actresses from Jakarta
• Alumni of St Hilda's College, Oxford
• Alumni of the University of Oxford
• Stanford University alumni
• Stanford Graduate School of Education alumni
• Stanford Graduate School of Business alumni