Jessica Iskandar

Jessica Iskandar is an Indonesian actress, presenter, and entrepreneur, known for her diverse career in entertainment and her ventures in fashion, cosmetics, and hospitality. After making her acting debut in the 2005 film ‘Dealova,’ where she portrayed the character of Kara, Jessica Iskandar quickly established herself as a versatile talent in Indonesian entertainment, building upon her professional foundation in modeling. Her early filmography included an appearance in the Malaysian production ‘Diva’ in 2007, followed by a prolific period between 2008 and 2012. During this time, Iskandar featured in several Indonesian soap operas and television films, with notable roles including ‘Gadis Pengantar Telur’ (2010) and ‘Cinta Pura-Pura Nyasar’ (2010), alongside appearances in feature films such as ‘Istri Bo’ongan’ (2010) and ‘Kung Fu Pocong Perawan’ (2012).

Transitioning successfully into television hosting, Iskandar co-hosted the popular show ‘Dahsyat’ on RCTI from March 2011 to 2013. During this period, her public profile expanded further when she was appointed Indonesia’s Earth Hour ambassador in 2012, advocating for environmental awareness. Demonstrating her multifaceted capabilities, she ventured into authorship, releasing her first autobiography, ‘JEDAR: Jessica Iskandar,’ in February 2013. This was followed by her second book, ‘Jedar Power: Love, Life, Lord,’ released in December 2014, which detailed her experiences during her first pregnancy.

Her extensive career, spanning acclaimed acting roles, high-profile television presenting, successful authorship, and shrewd business ownership, underscores her enduring appeal and significant influence across various sectors of the entertainment and lifestyle industries, making her a highly marketable talent.