JKT48 “Halloween Night” Costumes

For the third consecutive year, JKT48 will release a new single at the same time as AKB48. “Halloween Night”, AKB48’s 41st single, will double as JKT48’s 11th single to be released on August 26, 2015. Below, we take a look at each of the 16 costumes presented at Monday’s Kibouteki Refrain Handshake Festival.

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Jessica Veranda

Returning to the center position following her election in the 10th single, Jessica Veranda takes the role of a fallen angel. Note the black halo above her head, which is a nice addition to make the costume complete.

Haruka Nakagawa

Haruka Nakagawa transforms into Jack O’ Lantern (or should we say Jill O’ Lantern). Wearing the pumpkin’s stem as a hat is a nice touch to the costume as well.

Melody Nurramdhani Laksani

It’s not quite clear what Melody’s costume is supposed to be, but some fans speculate that she is a banshee, a female spirit from Irish mythology said to be the harbinger of death.

Shania Junianatha

The popular theory among fans is that Shania’s costume is that of a succubus, a female demon who seduces men. It’s also possible that she is playing the role of Lady Dracula.

Devi Kinal Putri

The Mad Hatter from Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland is an iconic character, and Kinal plays this role very well as someone with a wacky personality.

Priscillia Sari Dewi

Sisil’s is a unique costume based on the Malay and Indonesian folklore of the pocong. Pocong are said to be souls of the dead trapped in their burial shrouds, commonly used in Muslim burials.

Nabilah Ratna Ayu Azalia

There are many rabbit characters in folklore and fairy tales, but Nabilah most likely portrays the White Rabbit, also from Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. However, I can also see her as the Killer Rabbit of Caerbannog from Monty Python and the Holy Grail.

Ratu Vienny Fitrilya

Viny is likely supposed to be a witch, but where is her broom?

Cindy Yuvia

The Little Red Riding Hood is commonly depicted as a naive young girl. No one can portray this role better than Cindy Yuvia with her innocent smile.

Ayana Shahab

There is some ambiguity to Ayana’s costume, but the veil on her head appears to indicate she is the Corpse Bride from director Tim Burton’s 2005 animated film.

Ghaida Farisya

Fans of American film culture will be familiar with Ghaida’s striped costume as that of Beetlejuice. The oversized hat is also a great addition to make the costume original.

Michelle Christo Kusnadi

Marionette operas were popularized in 18th and 19th century Europe, and Michelle’s costume with her silver hair is clearly inspired from that time period.

Beby Chaesara Anadila

In another nod to American film culture, Beby’s costume is likely that of the Bride of Frankenstein. However, he mummy-like bandages and elaborate hair might also be inspired from the Egyptian queen Nefertiti.

Elaine Hartanto

Pay close attention to Elaine’s costume, and you will notice the winding key on her back. This is a clear indication that hers is meant to be a wind-up doll.

Viviyona Apriani

Perhaps a more obscure reference to American pop culture, Yona likely portrays Wednesday Addams from The Addams Family.

Lidya Maulida Djuhandar

Although Lidya’s costume is simple, it’s quite straightforward as a werewolf. Have you ever seen a cuter werewolf than this one?

While we expect this line-up to be the final senbatsu for “Halloween Night”, JKT48 management can always make changes at the last minute. If you have other theories on some of the costumes above, let us know in the comments below!