Bangkok's dark secrets to be revealed in a new Thai-made Netflix series

13 Sept 07:20 Key points summarised by AI

Netflix will globally premiere "Bangkok Breaking" on September 23, a 6-episode Thai action-suspense series offering a glimpse into the city's darkest corners.
Starring Sukollawat 'Weir' Kanaros as Wanchai, a rural newcomer, and Sushar 'Aom' Manaying as reporter Kat, the series unravels conspiracies hidden behind a facade of charity.
The show promises a gritty, unprecedented exploration of Bangkok's social realities and is the first Thai series to be shot in HDR for full visual immersion.

The Buddha comes home

20 Oct 15:38 Key points summarised by AI

Chong Para is an annual three-day festival in Mae Hong Son, Thailand, where the Shan people celebrate the Buddha's mythical return from Tavatimsa heaven, marking the end of Buddhist Lent.
Families construct intricate "Chong Para" miniature palaces, decorated with colorful paper and ornaments, as an act of faith and a means of preserving traditional Shan craftsmanship across generations.
The festival transforms the quiet mountain town with vibrant folk music, traditional Shan bird dances, martial arts performances, and lively processions, immersing visitors in local culture.
It offers a unique glimpse into the living Shan traditions of Mae Hong Son, distinct from other northern Thai regions, fostering community bonds and cultural transmission.