Bayu Skak Biography: Wife, Instagram, Movies, Net Worth, Awards, Height, Age

Bayu Eko Moektito, widely recognized as Bayu Skak, is a prominent Indonesian actor, director, screenwriter, comedian, YouTuber, and singer-songwriter of Javanese descent.

He gained widespread fame through his comedic YouTube content starting in 2009 and rose to greater prominence as the co-creator, director, and star of the successful Yowis Ben film series, which celebrates Javanese culture and language.

With a career blending digital media, comedy sketches, and feature films, Bayu has become one of the leading figures in Indonesia’s independent entertainment scene, known for his relatable humor, regional dialect, and creative storytelling in projects like Lara Ati and the popular band-themed comedies.

Profile

• Full Name: Bayu Eko Moektito
• Stage Name: Bayu Skak
• Born: 13 November 1993
• Age: 32 years old
• Birthplace: Malang, Indonesia
• Nationality: Indonesian
• Occupation: Actor, Director, YouTuber, Comedian, Screenwriter, Singer-Songwriter
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Moektito
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Girlfriends: Aliyah Faizah (ex)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Bayu Eko Moektito was born on 13 November 1993, in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, to parents referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Moektito. He might have had siblings but details about them are unknown.

He grew up in a modest environment in Malang and attended SMK Negeri 4 Malang, where he studied graphics and animation.

He later pursued higher education at Universitas Negeri Malang (State University of Malang), earning an Associate Degree (A.Md.) in animation. He is of Javanese ethnicity and his religion is unknown publicly.

Career

Bayu Eko Moektito launched his YouTube journey in 2009 while still in vocational school at SMK Negeri 4 Malang, forming the comedy group SKAK (Sekumpulan Arek Kesel) with friends.

He created simple lip-sync and humorous videos, but the channel paused in 2011 after graduation.

In 2012, he revived it with monologues and comedy sketches in Javanese dialect, focusing on teenage life, local slang, game parodies, and everyday absurdities.

This shift brought him initial recognition as a regional YouTuber, building a loyal following through authentic, relatable content that resonated with East and Central Java audiences.

His transition to mainstream entertainment began with a cameo in Marmut Merah Jambu (2014), followed by small roles in films like Check In Bangkok (2015) and Hangout (2016).

The major breakthrough arrived in 2018 when he co-directed, wrote, and starred in Yowis Ben alongside Fajar Nugros. The romantic comedy, delivered largely in Javanese with interactive subtitles, promoted local culture and humor, drawing over 800,000 viewers despite initial criticism for being “too regional.”

He continued expanding with sequels Yowis Ben 2 (2019), Yowis Ben 3 (2021), and Yowis Ben Finale (2021), plus a web series, solidifying his status in Indonesian cinema. He also wrote and appeared in Lara Ati (2022).

Bayu Skak maintains a strong presence through his YouTube channel with over 3 million subscribers, daily life vlogs, and band collaborations.

He has directed and starred in multiple successful films, influencing independent filmmaking in Indonesia by championing regional languages and stories.

His work continues to inspire young creators and expand the reach of Javanese comedy on national and digital platforms.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @moektito
• Facebook Handle: Unknown
• Twitter Handle: Unknown

Personal Life

Bayu Eko Moektito keeps his personal life relatively private and focuses on his creative work. He was previously in a relationship with Aliyah Faizah, which became public around 2019 but has since ended. He has no children and is currently single.

Bayu leads a low-key lifestyle centered on content creation, family values, and his Javanese roots, often sharing glimpses of daily life in Malang through his channels while avoiding excessive details about relationships.

Filmography

• Marmut Merah Jambu (2014)
• Check In Bangkok (2015)
• Yowis Ben (2018)
• Yowis Ben 2 (2019)
• Yowis Ben 3 (2021)
• Yowis Ben Finale (2021)
• Lara Ati (2022)
• Ali & Ratu Ratu Queens (2021)

Net Worth

Bayu Eko Moektito has an estimated net worth of $2 million. His main sources of income come from YouTube monetization and ad revenue with millions of subscribers, earnings from directing and starring in popular films like the Yowis Ben series, plus scriptwriting, brand collaborations, and live events.

His success in digital and cinematic projects has steadily built his financial standing in Indonesia’s entertainment industry.