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Padiwarada
To show gratitude to her adoptive father, Rin Rapee accepts to disguise herself as his real daughter and marry Saran, to keep the promise their fathers had made in the past. Saran is a cold-hearted guy who suffers from his previous love. Although he knows that Rin's adoptive family has deceived him, he does not wish to return his bride, since he gets to know her beauty and kindness. Love slowly grows. But soon their love is tested, when Duangsawad, his ex-lover, returns to him, while Rin also feels guilty with the secret she is hiding from him.
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Plot Summary
Set in the early 20th century, 'Padiwarada' tells the story of Pra-anong, a beautiful and spirited young woman forced into a loveless marriage with Chattai, a wealthy and influential man, to save her family from financial ruin. Despite their initial animosity and Chattai's possessiveness, their relationship slowly evolves through shared experiences and mutual respect. The drama explores themes of sacrifice, duty, and the possibility of finding love in unexpected circumstances within the constraints of societal expectations.
Critical Reception
Padiwarada was a highly acclaimed Thai drama, lauded for its compelling storyline, strong performances from its lead actors, and faithful depiction of the historical period. It garnered significant praise for its emotional depth and romantic narrative, becoming a popular and well-received series among audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its powerful lead performances, particularly the chemistry between Nadech Kugimiya and Bella Ranee Campen.
Applauded for its engaging period drama narrative and emotional depth.
Noted for its high production values and effective portrayal of historical Thai society.
Google audience: While specific aggregated Google user reviews are not readily available for this Thai drama, general audience reception indicated strong satisfaction with the romantic storyline, the actors' performances, and the overall production quality.
Awards & Accolades
While specific international awards are not widely documented, the series achieved significant popularity and critical acclaim within Thailand, winning numerous local awards and nominations, including recognition for its lead actors and best drama series.
Fun Fact
The series is based on a popular novel of the same name written by "K. Suasannee" (นามปากกา "ก. สุรางคนธ์"), which has been adapted into a television drama multiple times.
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