A chaotic, heartfelt journey of love and friendship.
Got your heart broken? Meet Kashi—a girl who thought she had the perfect boyfriend, the perfect life, and the perfect future… until everything blew up. Saudade, the newest Viu Original Indonesian TV show, is here to mix tears, laughs, and maybe a little hope. Released on March 4, 2025, this 12-episode series is based on Asriaci’s hit Wattpad novel (read over 24 million times with 1.8 million votes!), and it’s already serving all the feels.
The Plot: When Perfect Isn’t Perfect Anymore
Synopsis:
Life was perfect for Kashi—until it wasn’t. With a picture-perfect boyfriend, loyal best friends, and dreams of a bright future, she thought she had it all. But when her boyfriend, Daffa, suddenly breaks up with her and starts getting cozy with her best friend, Resti, Kashi’s world comes crashing down. Enter Akash, Daffa’s troublemaking younger brother and the class clown who lives to annoy her. Just when Kashi thinks things can’t get worse, Akash’s chaotic energy becomes the unexpected spark in her life.
Based on Asriaci’s bestselling Wattpad novel (with over 24 million reads!), ‘Saudade’ is a heartfelt journey of love, betrayal, and self-discovery. Will Kashi find the love she’s always wanted in the most unexpected place? Or will Akash’s pranks and her tangled emotions make everything even messier?
Episode 1: Outshined
Kashi (Callista Arum) thinks she’s living the dream: top student, loyal besties, and a picture-perfect boyfriend, Daffa (Dimas Putra). But when Daffa’s troublemaker brother, Akash (Abun Sungkar), crashes into her life, things get messy. Akash is the class clown who lives to annoy her—until Kashi discovers Daffa might be cheating… with her best friend Resti (Zenia Zein). Cue the TV series!
Episode 2: What If?
Kashi teams up with her friend Mawar (Vonny Felicia) to uncover the truth. Meanwhile, Akash has his own chaotic plans to shake up her world. Spoiler: This isn’t your typical love story.
Meet the Cast: Fresh Faces & Fiery Chemistry
- Callista Arum as Kashi: The girl who thought she had it all—until life said, “Nope!”
- Abun Sungkar as Akash: The rebellious student whose pranks hide a tender heart.
- Lorenzo Gibbs as Daffa: The ex who might regret his choices.
- Vonny Felicia as Mawar: Kashi’s ride-or-die confidante.
- Bianca Hello as Rasty, Adel Reva as Keira.
- Dimas Putra as Fabian, Isad Gaddafi as Dennis, Adil Ibra as Lintang, Febriant Teja as Zahir: The squad bringing humor and heart.
With a mix of laugh-out-loud pranks and tear-jerking moments, ‘Saudade’ is a rollercoaster of emotions.
Why You’ll Love It
- Love Triangle (or Squiggly Line?): Betrayal, jealousy, and a “hate-to-love” romance that’ll keep you guessing.
- Deep Emotional Conflicts: From family struggles to self-discovery, this drama gets real.
- Akash’s Chaos: Stolen textbooks, fake spiders—this guy’s pranks are legendary.
Early Reviews Say:
- “Callista and Abun’s chemistry is FIRE! I laughed, cried, and now I’m obsessed.”
- “Finally, a teen drama that’s not cringe! ‘Saudade’ is my new comfort show.”
Your Saudade FAQs
Q: When did ‘Saudade’ release?
A: March 4, 2025—mark your calendars!
Q: How many episodes are there in ‘Saudade’?
A: 12 episodes packed with drama, pranks, and heartfelt moments.
Q: Where can I watch ‘Saudade’?
A: Exclusively on Viu! New episodes drop twice a week, every Tuesday and Wednesday.
Q: What’s the genre of ‘Saudade’?
A: Teen Drama, Romance, Coming-of-Age—with a dash of comedy and all the feels.
Q: Is there a love triangle in ‘Saudade’?
A: More like a love squiggly line. Trust us, it’s worth it.
Q: Why is this drama special?
A: It’s based on a 24 million-read Wattpad novel and stars Indonesia’s brightest young talents!
Ready for a New Obsession? Stream ‘Saudade‘ on Viu!
Whether you’re into teen dramas, rom-coms, or stories about friendship and self-discovery, ‘Saudade’ has it all. Binge Episode 1 for free and join Kashi’s journey from heartbreak to hope—with a side of Akash’s hilarious antics.
Sign up on Viu now and dive into the chaos, tears, and laughs. Who knows? Your next favorite show might just be a click away!