Chicco Jerikho
Chicco Jerikho Jarumillind, born on July 3, 1984, in Jakarta, Indonesia, is a prominent figure in the Indonesian entertainment landscape, recognized for his versatile acting, production contributions, and entrepreneurial ventures. With a rich cultural heritage, he has Thai roots from his father and Batak ancestry from his mother, which adds to his unique persona.
Chicco’s career took off in 2007 with his role in the soap opera Cinta Bunga. However, it was his performance in the critically acclaimed film Cahaya dari Timur: Beta Maluku (2014) that truly catapulted him to fame. Portraying Sani Tawainella, a former football player promoting peace in Maluku, Chicco's compelling performance earned the film the Best Film award at the 2014 Indonesian Film Festival (FFI).
He further solidified his status as a leading actor with his iconic role as Ben in Filosofi Kopi (2015) and its sequel, Filosofi Kopi 2: Ben & Jody (2017). His work in these films not only showcased his talent but also sparked a surge in the specialty coffee culture across Indonesia.
Chicco has also made significant strides in film production by co-founding Visinema Pictures with Angga Dwimas Sasongko, contributing to several successful cinematic projects.
On a personal note, he married actress and singer Putri Marino on March 3, 2018, and they welcomed their daughter, Surinala Carolina Jarumillind, on September 24, 2018. Chicco’s accolades include multiple Best Actor awards at the FFI and the Indonesian Movie Awards. Alongside his film career, he is passionate about sports, particularly soccer and cycling, and runs a coffee business inspired by his film work. Chicco Jerikho remains a pivotal influence in the Indonesian film industry, combining artistry with entrepreneurship.