Chalui (Thai: ฉลุย) is a 1988 Thai film directed by Adirek Watleela[1][2] and starred by Bily Ogan and Surasak Wongthai. The film earned about 12 million baht and won an award in the 33rd Asia-Pacific Film Festival for film editing.[3]
| Chalui | |
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| Directed by | Adirek Wattleela |
| Written by | Adirek Wattleela |
| Starring | Billy Ogan Surasak Wongthai |
| Cinematography | Panya Nimchareonpong |
| Edited by | Adirek Wattleela |
| Music by | Butterfly |
| Distributed by | Tai Entertainment |
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| Country | Thailand |
| Language | Thai |
| Budget | 2.1 million baht |
| Box office | 12 million baht |
Plot
editThe story of Pong and Tong, two young men who leave their rural home to come to the city with the dream of becoming famous singers. However, the path is neither smooth nor glamorous. Not only do they struggle to find a way to become singers, but they barely have enough money to live day by day. They must rely on their determination, patience, and perseverance to reach their dreams. They fight and struggle, turning their lives around in every way to survive, live well, and maintain hope. Fortunately, they have a beautiful neighbor, Tukta, and their aunt, Vi, who help them, offer advice, and always encourage them.
Cast
edit- Billy Ogan as Pong
- Surasak Wongthai as Tong
- Yanee Jongwisut as Vi
- Radchanok Saeng-Chuto as Tukta
Legacy
editThe 2015 film Tae Khob Fah Chalui was titled in reference to the film.[4]
References
edit- ^ http://www.thaifilmdb.com/th/tt03506
- ^ "Rappin' out an inspiration". nationthailand. 2015-04-09. Retrieved 2024-08-16.
- ^ "10 ปี ไท เอนเตอร์เทนเม้นท์", นิตยสารอานนท์ ฉบับธันวาคม 2536-มกราคม 2537 หน้า 152-157
- ^ "Pop star luring Thai kids to South Korea". nationthailand. 2015-01-22. Retrieved 2024-08-16.