Krong Karm (2019)

Other name: กรงกรรม, Krong Kam, Cage of Karma, Repercussion

Description:

"Krong Karm" explores the intricate family dynamics of Yoi, a formidable matriarch in a Thai-Chinese household, and her four sons. Her meticulously planned life shatters when her eldest son returns from the army, not with his fiancée, but with a pregnant prostitute as his new wife. Yoi vehemently opposes this scandalous union, unaware that black magic binds her son to the new woman.

Desperate to salvage the family's honor, Yoi quickly orchestrates a marriage between her second son and the scorned fiancée, also transferring the eldest's inheritance to him. This decision overlooks her second son's genuine affection for a humble worker. Meanwhile, the kind and intelligent third son is maneuvered into an arranged marriage with a wealthy family's pregnant daughter, a secret Yoi remains oblivious to. The youngest son, a carefree student, becomes captivated by the new wife's sister, pursuing her despite the ongoing family turmoil. This compelling drama delves into the burdens of family expectations, forbidden love, and a mother's unwavering battle for reputation.

Producer: Channel 3

Director: Au Tanakorn Posayanon [ธนากร โปษยานนท์] and Off Pongpat Wachirabunjong [พงษ์พัฒน์ วชิรบรรจง]

Country: Thailand

Status: Completed

Released: 2019

Genre:Drama; Family; Historical; melodrama; Romance