Jan Dara: The Beginning
2012, Thai. Directed by Pundhevanop Dhewakul.
A tragedy of lust, love and revenge…
Jan, a young boy, grows up without a mother and is often insulted by his father. He struggles with his life as he longs to be with several women, even Madame Boonleung, his father's lover.
- Runtime
- 2h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Thai
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Pundhevanop DhewakulDirector
- Mario MaurerJan Dara
- Chaiyapol PoupartKen Krathingthong
- Sakrat RuekthamrongLuang Wissanandacha
- Bongkoj KhongmalaiAunt Waad
- Savika ChaiyadejDara / Hyacinth
- Rudklao AmratishaLady Pijitruksa
- Shou NishinoMiss Kaew
- Rhatha PhongamMrs. Boonlueang
- Nut Devahastin Na AyutthayaMr. Khachon
- Chudapha ChantakettPoom
- Krerkkiat PunpiputtH.R.H. Prince
- Sirikan SrichulabhornPrince
Details
- Released
- 6 September 2012
- Original title
- จันดารา ปฐมบท
- Country
- Thailand
- Written by
- Pundhevanop Dhewakul
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What Jan Dara: The Beginning is based on
Jan Dara: The Beginning is based on The Story of Jan Dara.
The Story of Jan Dara
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Jan Dara: The Beginning: quick answers
What comes after Jan Dara: The Beginning?
Next in the series: Jan Dara: The Finale (2013).
Is Jan Dara: The Beginning worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 44 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Jan Dara: The Beginning?
Jan Dara: The Beginning runs 136 minutes (2h 16m).
Does Jan Dara: The Beginning have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Jan Dara: The Beginning. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Jan Dara: The Beginning parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Jan Dara: The Beginning is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Jan Dara: The Beginning on?
Jan Dara: The Beginning isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 6 September 2012. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Jan Dara: The Beginning?
If you liked Jan Dara: The Beginning, try Jan Dara, Time Is Up, Newness.
Who directed Jan Dara: The Beginning?
Jan Dara: The Beginning (2012) was directed by Pundhevanop Dhewakul and stars Mario Maurer, Chaiyapol Poupart, Sakrat Ruekthamrong.
What is Jan Dara: The Beginning based on?
Jan Dara: The Beginning is based on The Story of Jan Dara.