Indonesian thriller dramas are getting darker and more addictive in 2026. This time, MAXstream TV and iQIYI Indonesia officially team up for their newest original series, Bercinta Dengan Maut, internationally titled The Other Sister, premiering on May 29, 2026.
But what makes this series instantly viral isn’t just the murder mystery.
Early viewers and netizens are already calling The Other Sister:
- “emotionally chaotic,”
- “full of red flag relationships,”
- and “way too relatable for this generation.”
The series dives deep into:
- toxic relationships,
- family secrets,
- obsession,
- betrayal,
- and emotional manipulation that feels disturbingly close to real life.
The story follows Raya, played by Haico Van der Veken, an orphan forced to survive as an erotic dancer.
Her life changes after she unexpectedly reunites with Anna, the twin sister she was separated from at birth.
But everything falls apart when Anna is mysteriously murdered.
Driven by grief and revenge, Raya secretly takes Anna’s identity and infiltrates the powerful Ardana family to uncover the killer.
Things become even more complicated when she starts falling for Aldo, played by Maxime Bouttier — a man who may be hiding dangerous secrets himself.
Early Viewer Reactions Are Already Viral
Some preview audiences and media attendees have already shared reactions online:
- “Every relationship in this show is a walking red flag.”
- “The plot twists are insane.”
- “Dinda Kirana shocked me the most.”
- “Dark, sexy, emotional, and messy in the best way.”
- “Haico and Maxime’s chemistry is dangerously good.”
Many viewers are also comparing the vibe to modern Asian psychological thrillers with layered storytelling and morally grey characters.
MAXstream TV and iQIYI’s Collaboration Signals Bigger Ambitions for Indonesian Content
The collaboration between MAXstream, iQIYI, and Hitmaker Studios is also being seen as a major step forward for Indonesian streaming content.
According to iQIYI Southeast Asia, The Other Sister represents their commitment to producing local Indonesian stories with regional and global appeal.
Meanwhile, MAXstream aims to deliver emotionally engaging content that feels personal and highly relevant to today’s digital audiences.
Release Date
📅 Premieres May 29, 2026
📺 Streaming exclusively on:
Main Cast
- Haico Van der Veken
- Maxime Bouttier
- Dinda Kirana
- Teuku Rassya
