Bene Dionysius Rajagukguk (born on March 2, 1990, in Dolok Masihul, North Sumatra) is an Indonesian stand-up comedian, director, writer, and actor of Batak descent. He completed his education at SMA Negeri 1 Tebing Tinggi in 2009. Bene's career in the entertainment industry began when he participated in the third season of Stand Up Comedy Indonesia on Kompas TV in 2013. His distinctive performance with a Batak accent made him widely recognized. In addition to stand-up comedy, Bene is also active as a screenwriter and director. He was involved in writing screenplays for films such as Cek Toko Sebelah (2016) and Suzzanna: Bernapas dalam Kubur (2018). His directorial debut was the film Ghost Writer in 2019. In 2022, Bene directed the film Ngeri-Ngeri Sedap, which successfully garnered more than 2 million viewers. The film, which tells the story of a Batak family, received positive appreciation from various audiences. Additionally, Bene is active in podcasts and audio shows and has worked as a comedy consultant for several films. His works often highlight cultural themes and everyday life with his signature humor.

Bene Dion Rajagukguk

Bene Dion Rajagukguk

Directing Born March 2, 1990 Dolok Masihul, North Sumatra, Indonesia

Bene Dionysius Rajagukguk (born on March 2, 1990, in Dolok Masihul, North Sumatra) is an Indonesian stand-up comedian, director, writer, and actor of Batak descent. He completed his education at SMA Negeri 1 Tebing Tinggi in 2009.

Bene's career in the entertainment industry began when he participated in the third season of Stand Up Comedy Indonesia on Kompas TV in 2013. His distinctive performance with a Batak accent made him widely recognized.

In addition to stand-up comedy, Bene is also active as a screenwriter and director. He was involved in writing screenplays for films such as Cek Toko Sebelah (2016) and Suzzanna: Bernapas dalam Kubur (2018). His directorial debut was the film Ghost Writer in 2019.

In 2022, Bene directed the film Ngeri-Ngeri Sedap, which successfully garnered more than 2 million viewers. The film, which tells the story of a Batak family, received positive appreciation from various audiences.

Additionally, Bene is active in podcasts and audio shows and has worked as a comedy consultant for several films. His works often highlight cultural themes and everyday life with his signature humor.

Known For

Agak Laen: Menyala Pantiku! poster

Agak Laen: Menyala Pantiku!

Bene
Warkop DKI Reborn: Jangkrik Boss! Part 1 poster

Warkop DKI Reborn: Jangkrik Boss! Part 1

Korban Tabrak Lari
Missing Home poster

Missing Home

Street Vendor #2
Comic 8: Casino Kings - Part 1 poster

Comic 8: Casino Kings - Part 1

Bene / The Bataks
Agak Laen poster

Agak Laen

Bene
Susah Sinyal poster

Susah Sinyal

Martin (Teman Kantor Iwan)
Check the Store Next Door poster

Check the Store Next Door

Unclear Cameo
Agak Laen 3 poster

Agak Laen 3

Bene
Ghost Writer 2 poster

Ghost Writer 2

Stevan
Koala Kumal poster

Koala Kumal

Kepala Keamanan
The Underdogs poster

The Underdogs

Fans Dio
Ganjil Genap poster

Ganjil Genap

Grilled Rib Noodle Seller (Uncredited)