Entertainment Stars – 'Up-Poom' Take On New Roles in 'Love of Silom'

The beloved on-screen duo returns in the WeTV Original series "Love of Silom." Stars Up Bhoomipat Eamsumang and Poom Puriphan Sapsawat have shared details about their roles in the production.

What is "Love of Silom" about? Up explains: "It's a story about an impossible love between a police officer and a bar host. It unfolds in an unexpected setting, and you'll have to watch to see how such a connection becomes possible." Poom adds: "Its charm lies in how something that seems impossible actually becomes possible."

Regarding their characters: Up: "I play Krit, a young police officer who grew up in a strict family framework. My father was a police officer who established the foundation for everything." Poom: "I play Vayu, who grew up in a less warm household without a father. My character had to sacrifice his dreams to provide for his family, including caring for a nephew."

Is this Up's first police role? Up: "Yes. I did research on police procedures and developed the necessary skills. The production provided workshops, and I trained additionally myself. For example, I took jujutsu classes to enhance the action scenes. I've done action scenes before, but never at this scale. I suffered some injuries during rehearsals—once falling from a height and couldn't walk for two weeks. I went to the hospital daily for shock wave therapy and physical rehabilitation to recover in time. I gave it my all."

For Poom playing a bar host: Poom: "The biggest challenge was dancing, as I had no experience. But everyone was supportive and helped. When I learned there would be many performance scenes, I took additional dance classes to ensure the best outcome." Up: "Beyond developing our characters and scripts, we each trained in separate skills, then reunited for later workshops. Watching each other improve and seeing the bar scenes develop was rewarding."

Poom: "I committed fully to the performances, wanting them to be captivating to viewers. Beyond the intense storyline and dancing, I had to understand the character's relationships, profession, and mindset deeply, since bar work involves psychological interaction. I researched actual bars and spoke with people in the industry to avoid stereotyping."

What other themes does the series explore? Up: "The series has multiple storylines—investigation elements, thriller aspects, family dynamics, and the loves of those close to the main characters." Poom: "Beyond romance, there's a legal case that entangles both characters and serves as a pivotal turning point. My character's family storyline, particularly caring for a nephew with speech difficulties, adds emotional depth to their relationship."

Final message: Poom: "Watch 'Love of Silom.' Three episodes have already aired, with 12 total. Stream on WeTV every Friday at 2 PM." Up: "We also have our channel 'Up & Poom Official' where we're very much ourselves. We'd love for everyone to join our family. Please subscribe!" —Jiranart Jongprasop Mongkol