Leila S. Chudori

Leila S. Chudori (born Leila Salikha Chudori; December 12, 1962) is one of Indonesia’s most prominent authors, journalists, and screenwriters. Celebrated for her courageous storytelling, she masterfully weaves intimate family dynamics into the country’s dark political histories. Her literary works have expanded far beyond the page, serving as the foundational blueprints for critically acclaimed Indonesian films and television series.