Thai Action Epic 'Khun Khanom Tom' Eyes Global Market
Director and Muay Chaiya master Thanawut Kasro unveils "Khun Khanom Tom: Sacred Inscriptions, Origin of Muay Thai," an action epic blending traditional Thai fighting arts with Hollywood-standard production aimed at global audiences. The fil
Kasro Entertainment has unveiled "Khun Khanom Tom: Sacred Inscriptions, Origin of Muay Thai," a major action epic featuring legendary fight choreography, at the Royal Thai Army Club in Bangkok. The film is directed and produced by Thanawut Kasro (Kru Dam), a Muay Chaiya master and internationally recognized filmmaker known for designing iconic action sequences in Thai films over 20 years, including "Khun Shan," "Lakhoutas," and "Nang Thas." Kasro gained international acclaim for his work on "Buoyancy," which received an Oscar nomination for Australia (AACTA Awards 2019) and ranked third globally. He has collaborated with Oscar-winning directors and A-list stars including Pierce Brosnan and Owen Wilson.
Kasro aims to elevate Thai ancestral fighting arts to global prominence by blending Muay Chaiya, ancient Muay Thai, and Ardamat sword techniques into stunning, elaborate choreography. Rather than a conventional action film, he intends the movie to serve as a cultural monument to Thai heritage on the world stage. The press launch featured an impressive ensemble cast including Tri-Thitthirm Sangmani, Ingland-Chayan Thertong, and Bank-Paweesh Mongkholpisit, with appearances by international legends.
Kasro Entertainment has partnered with Blue River Film Co., Ltd. (USA), represented by Mark Boot, a distributor of major international films including all three John Wick films and John Wick: Chapter 4. Together, they aim to position "Khun Khanom Tom" as a Hollywood-standard Thai action film for global streaming platforms. The event concluded with a spectacular fight demonstration by the lead cast, signaling the epic's imminent theatrical release.
