"Since 2019, POCARI SWEAT BINTANG SMA has consistently conveyed the 'Sweat for Dream' communication as a platform for high school students or equivalent who want to achieve their dreams through effort and sweat," said Puspita Winawati, Marketing Director of PT Amerta Indah Otsuka, in her statement on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. Wina, as she is commonly called, also mentioned that last night's event was the fifth year of the POCARI SWEAT BINTANG SMA extravaganza, which showcased talented school stars."

"Throughout my three-year participation as a judge in BINTANG SMA 2023, I have seen an increase in enthusiasm from high school students as well as the improving and diverse talent quality," said Reza Rahadian. "This year, the support from high school students and schools is increasingly evident both offline and online. And it has become a supportive ecosystem for high school students to showcase their talents," he added.

"I'm really happy and I never expected to become the winner of POCARI SWEAT Bintang SMA 2023. With my dream of having a solo concert, this is my first step towards that dream," said Britney, who is commonly called Iney. "I increasingly believe that with effort and sweat, we can achieve our dreams," she added.

Special in this year, POCARI SWEAT BINTANG SMA is not only a moment between the finalists but also involves many other high school students by giving 100 high school students the opportunity through extracurricular activities at school, ranging from tari saman, marching band, cheerleader, to choir from various high schools to collaborate with Yura Yunita and Kevin Leonidas, the winners of BINTANG SMA 2022 as the opening ceremony.