The television industry in Indonesia began in 1962 with the establishment of TVRI (Television of the Republic of Indonesia).
The first television program that aired in Indonesia was Pictorial News on August 24, 1962.
At present, there are more than 10 national television stations in Indonesia, including TVRI, RCTI, SCTV, Trans TV, and ANTV.
The most popular television show in Indonesia is the soap opera, which is a drama series of local production.
Most television shows in Indonesia are broadcast in Indonesian, but there are also shows that are broadcast in regional languages, such as Java and Bali.
One of the most famous television shows in Indonesia is Indonesian Idol, a reality program that is looking for singer talent.
Many television shows in Indonesia include elements of Indonesian culture, such as traditional dances and gamelan music.
The most famous children's television program in Indonesia is Doraemon, a Japanese cartoon program.
Many Indonesian celebrities are becoming famous through television shows, such as Raffi Ahmad, Krisdayanti, and Agnes Monica.
Television shows in Indonesia are also often a topic of conversation on social media, especially on Twitter and Instagram.
