Indonesian entertainment has its roots in traditional arts and music. Wayang, a form of shadow puppetry, is one of the oldest and most revered forms of storytelling in Indonesia. The Ramayana and Mahabharata epics are commonly depicted through Wayang kulit (leather puppet) performances. Traditional music and dance, such as the Gamelan orchestra and the elegant movements of Bedhaya, are integral to Indonesian cultural expressions.
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