For Budi, the dream wasn't a nightmare about the end, but a deep subconscious reminder that to reach his "new self," he had to first honor and lay to rest the "old self" he had been carrying for too long.
In many Indonesian traditions, dreaming of carrying a coffin ( keranda mayat ) is rarely a literal omen of death. Instead, it is often interpreted as a heavy but ultimately positive symbol of life’s transition. The Story of the Midnight Procession Arti Mimpi Menggotong Keranda Mayat - Full Image Site
According to various interpretations, Budi’s dream could mean several things: For Budi, the dream wasn't a nightmare about