<![CDATA[This study explores the leadership of indigenous peoples as mediators in cultural conflicts in the digital era and its role in maintaining the sustainability of dark historical tourist destinations. The case study focuses on the reconciliation of Toraja customs after the controversy of Pandji Pragiwaksono's stand-up comedy material in 2013 about Rambu Solo' which went viral again in early 2026. The purpose of the research is to formulate an adaptive and culturally sensitive leadership framework by combining contingency theory and behavioral theory with local customary practices. The research method uses a qualitative approach with secondary data in the form of media reports, public statements, and documentation of the reconciliation process in Tongkonan Layuk Kaero, Sangalla, Tana Toraja. The analysis was carried out through descriptive comparison, integrative thinking, and constructive framing. The results show that Toraja traditional leadership is able to mediate digital-cultural conflicts through contingency suitability (restorative style to adaptive challenges) and harmony-oriented behavior (traditional rituals that relieve tension and strengthen community bonds). The cascading process from personal influence to the restoration of social order has succeeded in maintaining the sacredness of Rambu Solo' while encouraging sustainable tourism. This study confirms the contribution of indigenous leadership as an adaptive cultural conflict resolution strategy, strengthening social capital, and increasing cultural sensitivity in an interconnected multicultural society.]]>
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