Director Mez Tharatorn Discusses New Film 'HENRY’s First Dates'

Director and producer Mez Tharatorn has opened up about the creative process behind his latest film, 'HENRY’s First Dates', a collaboration between GDH and Sony Pictures International Productions. The movie serves as a Thai adaptation of the iconic romantic comedy '50 First Dates'.

In this version, the narrative features actor Nadech Kugimiya and Minnie (Nicha Yontararak) from the K-pop group (G)I-DLE. A key creative shift in this adaptation, suggested by producer Wan Wanrudee, involves a gender-swap of the central premise: the male lead, Henry, is the one who struggles with memory loss, rather than the female lead as seen in the original film.

Mez Tharatorn noted that he focused entirely on this project during its production, aiming to provide his actors with the space to perform naturally to ensure a smooth narrative flow. For residents and visitors interested in Thai cinema, this film represents a significant cross-cultural collaboration between local production houses and international studios.

While the director has shared his approach to the adaptation and the casting choices, specific details regarding the film's official release date and international distribution plans remain to be confirmed by the production team. Fans of the original story and the lead actors are encouraged to monitor official announcements from GDH for further updates.