Kapanlagi.com - Thai dramas adapted from series of other countries are increasingly attracting viewers' attention thanks to their ability to present popular stories in a different atmosphere. With a touch of local culture, the drama creators have successfully repackaged well-known tales without losing the main appeal of the original version.
The adaptation process is not just about translating the storyline, but also adjusting characters, settings, and various other elements to be closer to Thai viewers. As a result, many remake dramas are able to provide a new experience even though they originate from stories that have aired before.
Interestingly, some adaptations have even managed to build their own identity and received a warm welcome from fans. For those curious to see how a famous story is interpreted in a different version, this list of dramas compiled by KapanLagi offers many interesting things to check out.
learn to ride a bike/mydramalist.com
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Platform: Netflix, YouTube
Rating: 8.1/10 | Duration: 50 Minutes
Cast: Mike Angelo, Aom Sushar
KLovers must be familiar with the legendary contract marriage story from South Korea originally starring Rain and Song Hye-kyo. Taking a similar premise, the Thai version of FULL HOUSE focuses on a character named Aom, a naive screenwriter who is tricked into losing her family inheritance home, and Mike, a famous pop star who eventually buys the house.
The local touch in this version is very strong through the beauty of the cinematography of Thailand's tourist destinations as well as the charming and natural local comedy. The epic chemistry between Mike Angelo and Aom Sushar has successfully elevated their names on the international stage while making this adaptation visually appealing and just as aesthetic as the original version.
school kids together/mydramalist.com
Genre: Comedy, Romance, Drama
Platform: Netflix, TrueID
Rating: 7.5/10 | Duration: 45 Minutes
Cast: Tao Sattaphong, Pattie Ungsumalynn
Transforming the backdrop of the Korean monarchy into a fictional royal environment reminiscent of the Land of the White Elephant makes PRINCESS HOURS one of the most anticipated remake projects. The story centers around Khaning, a cheerful ordinary girl, who is forced to marry Crown Prince Bhutin to fulfill a promise made by their grandfather in the past. This sweet yet complicated palace conflict stars Tao Sattaphong and Pattie Ungsumalynn with very captivating performances.
This adaptation of the classic South Korean series (Goong) brings a strong local touch through the grandeur of traditional costumes, characteristic Siamese palace architecture, and local royal etiquette that is skillfully adjusted to provide a fresh and different atmosphere for global audiences.
supporting each other/mydramalist.com
Genre: Romance, Youth, Drama
Platform: GMM24, YouTube, Viu
Rating: 8.4/10 | Duration: 62 Minutes
Cast: Bright Vachirawit, Tu Tontawan, Dew Jirawat, Win Metawin, Nani Hirunkit
The legendary Japanese manga Hana Yori Dango gets a new life through the popular series F4 THAILAND: BOYS OVER FLOWERS, which has been a huge success in the market. This series tells the story of Gorya, a girl from a poor family who bravely fights against the oppression of the elite group F4 at her school, led by Thyme, a wealthy and arrogant young man.
This drama stars Bright Vachirawit and Tu Tontawan, showcasing the intense and emotional dynamics of a hate-to-love romance. Adapted from the Taiwanese version (METEOR GARDEN) and South Korean version, it incorporates local touches such as the issue of modern social inequality in Bangkok and the culture of today's youth on social media, making the story even more interesting and relevant.
Korean signal adaptation/mydramalist.com
Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Sci-Fi
Platform: TrueID
Rating: 7.8/10 | Duration: 48 Minutes
Cast: Nonkul Chanon, Shahkrit Yamnam, Pancake Khemanit
If KLovers enjoy a genre full of puzzles, the success of the series 23:23 in reinterpreting supernatural crime stories should not be missed. The plot of this drama follows the story of two detectives, Marut in the past and Krit in the present, who can mysteriously communicate through an old walkie-talkie to solve various unsolved cases of mutilation and murder.
The tension of the legendary South Korean mystery story titled SIGNAL is beautifully and deeply repackaged. The local touch in the form of adaptations of criminal cases inspired by real events in Thailand, along with a strong local socio-political backdrop, successfully creates an atmosphere of tension in this version that feels much more real and gripping for the audience.
adaptation doctor foster/mydramalist.com
Genre: Thriller, Romance, Drama
Platform: Viu
Rating: 7.9/10 | Duration: 60 Minutes
Cast: Anne Thongprasom, Ananda Everingham, Patricia Good
The tension of domestic conflict that ignites emotions is presented very elegantly through the presence of the melodrama series THE BETRAYAL, which is full of revenge intrigue. The story focuses on Dr. Jane, a successful psychiatrist who finds her home life in shambles after discovering that her husband, Athin, has cheated with a young girl.
Directly adapted from the popular British series DOCTOR FOSTER, which is also famous for its Korean version (The World of the Married), this Thai version is performed very emotionally by Anne Thongprasom and Ananda Everingham. Local touches such as the dynamics of social norms among Bangkok's upper class and local family law are cleverly applied to make the custody battle and issues of self-esteem in this drama even more captivating.
adaptation start up korea/mydramalist.com
Genre: Business, Comedy, Romance, Youth
Platform: TrueID, Netflix
Rating: 7.7/10 | Duration: 65 Minutes
Cast: Up Poompat, Belle Kemisara, Great Sapol
The inspiring struggle of young people in paving their careers in the digital technology world is beautifully portrayed in this motivational series, START-UP THAILAND. The story follows the journey of a character named Lay, a genius coding young man who lacks self-confidence, and Pia, an ambitious girl who dreams of becoming the female version of Steve Jobs, as they build a tech startup from scratch.
Adapted from the hit Korean drama titled START-UP (2020), this Thai version stars Up Poompat and Belle Kemisara, who have a very natural chemistry. The dynamics of the digital ecosystem in Bangkok and the hardworking culture typical of Thailand's youth provide a local touch that makes the emotional journey and love triangle within it increasingly interesting to follow.
adaptation from korea/mydramalist.com
Genre: Comedy, Romance, Medical
Platform: TrueID, Viu
Rating: 7.6/10 | Duration: 45 Minutes
Cast: Sean Jindachot, Bua Nalinthip
What happens when a former husband and wife who parted ways badly suddenly have to intern at the same place? That is the excitement offered by EMERGENCY COUPLE, a medical-romantic drama that combines the tension of the emergency room with a touch of situational comedy. The storyline reunites Punn and Ploy, a former couple who are forced to work together as intern doctors in the same hospital ER to save patients' lives.
Adapted from the South Korean medical-romantic drama titled EMERGENCY COUPLE (2014), this series features outstanding performances from Bua Nalinthip and Sean Jindachot. The local touch of the healthcare bureaucracy in Thailand and the typical local slapstick humor successfully makes this adaptation feel warmer, more relaxed, yet still touching.
adaptation what's wrong with secretary kim/mydramalist.com
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Platform: Viu, GMM24
Rating: 8.0/10 | Duration: 60 Minutes
Cast: Earth Pirapat, Mix Sahaphap
A charming office romance combination is presented through the latest project DEAR MY SECRETARY, which immediately captures the attention of lakorn lovers since its premiere. This drama highlights the story of Ravi, a young, wealthy, narcissistic, and perfectionist boss who suddenly panics when his reliable secretary, Kana, decides to resign unexpectedly without a clear reason.
Taking inspiration from South Korea through the hit series WHAT'S WRONG WITH SECRETARY KIM (2018), this series showcases chemistry that needs no further proof. Based on viewer reviews on MyDramaList, local touches such as Thai workplace etiquette and typical Bangkok humor are woven in very smoothly, making this adaptation feel very fresh and just as romantic as the original version.
four men in the living room/mydramalist.com
Genre: Comedy, Romance, Drama
Platform: GMM24, YouTube
Rating: 8.2/10 | Duration: 45 Minutes
Cast: Earth Pirapat, Mix Sahaphap
The romantic comedy drama OSSAN'S LOVE THAILAND successfully brings a fresh breeze to the entertainment industry with its very expressive and entertaining storytelling. The story centers around a character named Min, an ordinary office worker who is unpopular, whose life suddenly turns upside down when his male boss at the office, affectionately called Khun Sheng, openly declares his love for him.
Based on the Japanese adaptation titled OSSAN'S LOVE (2018), this drama is packaged with very committed comedic acting from its cast. The freedom of expression and the openness of modern Thai culture towards the diversity of romance genres become the main local touch that makes this adaptation feel very lively, colorful, and successfully tickles the audience's funny bone from the beginning to the end of the episode.
1.Where can KLovers watch these officially adapted Thai dramas? Most of these dramas can be watched legally on popular streaming platforms like Netflix, Viu, TrueID, as well as the official YouTube channels of Thai TV stations like GMM24.
2.Is the storyline of the Thai version exactly the same as the original version? Generally, the main premise remains the same, but the story has been modified to include cultural elements, comedy, social issues, and local Thai backgrounds to make it more relatable to the audience.
3.Why are Korean and Japanese dramas often adopted by the Thai entertainment industry? Because dramas from these countries have a very large fan base in Thailand, making their stories considered globally tested and having high potential for success when creating local versions.
4.Who are the iconic Thai couples famous through these adapted dramas? Some of them include Mike Angelo and Aom Sushar (Full House), Bright Vachirawit and Tu Tontawan (F4 Thailand), as well as Earth Pirapat and Mix Sahaphap (Ossan's Love Thailand & Dear My Secretary).
5.Which Thai adaptation drama has the highest rating according to MyDramaList? According to MyDramaList data, F4 THAILAND: BOYS OVER FLOWERS (2021) is one of the highest-rated with a score of 8.4/10 due to its massive success on the international stage.
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