Aria Prayogi, often known by his nickname , is a renowned Indonesian film composer, sound designer, and mixer whose work has become synonymous with the visceral, high-octane energy of modern action cinema. Based in Jakarta, Prayogi has built an international reputation through a long-standing collaboration with director Gareth Evans, helping to define the "sonic identity" of some of the most influential martial arts films of the last decade. A Foundation in Classical and Contemporary Music
Prayogi’s journey into the world of sound began at age eight with piano lessons, later expanding into guitar under the tutelage of Edo Widiz from the Indonesian rock group Voodoo. He pursued formal music education at the , where he studied 20th-century music under Otto Sidharta and Bernd Asmus, as well as 19th-century music with Dr. Johannes S. Nugroho. This diverse background—ranging from rock to classical composition—provided the foundation for his versatile approach to film scoring. The Evolution from Composer to Sound Designer Aria Prayogi
Prayogi's career in film took off in 2008 when he began working with Gareth Evans on the silat-themed film Rantau . While he initially focused solely on music, his role expanded significantly during the production of the 2011 cult classic . For that project, he took on responsibilities for sound design, a move that would define his future career. Aria Prayogi, often known by his nickname ,
: Prayogi is the primary composer for this Netflix action-thriller starring Tom Hardy and Forest Whitaker, marking another major collaboration with Gareth Evans. He pursued formal music education at the ,
Prayogi's filmography includes several of the most acclaimed action titles in recent years: