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Jan Dara: The Beginning

Jan Dara: The Beginning

A tragedy of lust, love and revenge…

20125.82h 16m

Overview

Jan, a young boy, grows up without a mother and is often insulted by his father. He struggles with his life as he longs to be with several women, even Madame Boonleung, his father's lover.

Directed by Pundhevanop Dhewakul
Written by Utsana Phleungtham, Pundhevanop Dhewakul
Produced by Somsak Techaratanaprasert
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Top Cast

Mario Maurer

Mario Maurer

Jan Dara

Chaiyapol Poupart

Chaiyapol Poupart

Ken Krathingthong

Sakrat Ruekthamrong

Sakrat Ruekthamrong

Luang Wissanandacha

Bongkoj Khongmalai

Bongkoj Khongmalai

Aunt Waad

Savika Chaiyadej

Savika Chaiyadej

Dara / Hyacinth

Rudklao Amratisha

Rudklao Amratisha

Lady Pijitruksa

Shou Nishino

Shou Nishino

Miss Kaew

Rhatha Phongam

Rhatha Phongam

Mrs. Boonlueang

Nut Devahastin Na Ayutthaya

Nut Devahastin Na Ayutthaya

Mr. Khachon

C

Chudapha Chantakett

Poom

About Jan Dara: The Beginning

Jan Dara: The Beginning is a drama, romance film released in 2012. Directed by Pundhevanop Dhewakul, it stars Mario Maurer, Chaiyapol Poupart, Sakrat Ruekthamrong. Jan, a young boy, grows up without a mother and is often insulted by his father. He struggles with his life as he longs to be with several women, even Madame Boonleung, his father's lover.

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