Miftahul Arzaaq

Amid a suffocating economic crisis, a teenage boy named Egi struggles to gain acceptance and recognition from his peers. However, because of the appearance of his misaligned teeth, he is forced to face a harsh reality. Determined to earn the attention and validation he longs for, Egi tries every possible way to achieve his goal. Yet, despite his efforts, he soon realizes that some realities cannot be changed overnight.

Aji, an orphaned boy, watches as other children celebrate their birthdays with balloons and the cheerful song “Happy Birthday.” The simple sight awakens a longing to experience the same joy for himself. Using money meant for his daily necessities, Aji secretly buys a balloon. But before he can celebrate his birthday, the balloon deflates. While searching for a replacement, Aji discovers an unfamiliar object that resembles a balloon. Unaware of its true purpose, he blows it up and uses it to celebrate his birthday alone.

On a quiet night at a bus stop, Tito (35), a snack vendor, strikes up a conversation with Toni (25), who has just returned from a job hunt. Joined by Tono (26), an exhausted worker returning from overtime, the three men share their frustrations about work and the struggles of everyday life.

A vertical series about the chaotic everyday life of Tohir and those around him.