In this article Gadis Kretek Ratih Kumala
By Son Bong-seok, originally published in Khan
Feb 09, 2026
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By Son Bong-seok, originally published in Khan
Feb 09, 2026
The HanseYes24 Cultural Foundation (Chair Baek Su-mi) has translated∙published the Indonesian full-length novel ‘Cigarette Girl (Cigarette Girl original title: Gadis Kretek)’ as the seventh work in the Southeast Asian Literature Series.
The novel ‘Cigarette Girl’ is the source material for a Netflix original series that gained worldwide popularity. When the drama premiered in 2023, it reached the global Top 10, demonstrating both popularity and artistic merit, and with this domestic publication it is expected to serve as an opportunity to introduce Indonesian literature to Korean readers.
The novel ‘Cigarette Girl’ is the source material for a Netflix original series that gained worldwide popularity. When the drama premiered in 2023, it reached the global Top 10, demonstrating both popularity and artistic merit, and with this domestic publication it is expected to serve as an opportunity to introduce Indonesian literature to Korean readers.
This article is an AI-generated translation based on content from the original media source. Translation may contain inaccuracies or unintended interpretations. IDWRITERS assumes no liability for any errors or misinformation.
Read the full article here.
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