Rain Chudory

Rain Chudori is an Indonesian writer, curator and actress. She comes from a literary family (her mother Leila S. Chudori is a famous author) and has carved out her own way as a storyteller and creative. Rain’s work includes short stories, novels, essays and screenwriting. Her debut short story collection Monsoon Tiger and Other Stories (2015) was praised for its beautiful language, emotional depth and exploration of identity, memory and belonging. She often writes about human relationships, personal history and the intersection between the personal As a curator Rain is very involved in promoting Indonesian literature and arts globally. She is the founder of Comunidad, a literary and arts platform that brings together writers, artists and creatives from different backgrounds. Her work in curating and organizing events, workshops and exhibitions shows her commitment to build an inclusive and vibrant artistic community in Indonesia and beyond. Besides her literary work Rain is also an actress, she has appeared in several Indonesian films and theatrical productions. Her work as a performer shows her versatility and love for storytelling whether through the written Rain is one of Indonesia’s rising cultural figure, known for her distinctive voice and ability to mix traditional and modern storytelling. Her work has been published in international publications and she has represented Indonesian literature in various literary festivals around the world. A graduate from The New School in New York City, Rain continues to experiment with new forms of art while staying grounded in the Indonesian literary tradition. Through her writing, curating and performing she is a strong advocate for the arts, using her platform to challenge the norms, question the structures and celebrate