1000 Stars The Series Ep 1 Eng Sub
Egisto Chancellor
Directed by Noppharnach Chaiwimol[1] and produced by GMMTV, it is one of the twelve television series GMMTV showcased for 2020 during their "New & Next" event on 15 October 2019.[2][3] Originally scheduled as a 2020 release, the series premiered on GMM 25 and LINE TV on 29 January 2021, airing on Fridays at 20:30 ICT and 22:30 ICT, respectively.[4] The series aired its final episode on 2 April 2021, it was replaced by Fish upon the Sky (wherein Sahaphap is a part of the cast.) on its timeslot on GMM25. The series had an rerun every Friday to Sunday from 3 September to 24 September 2021 at 8:30 pm on GMM25, replacing the reruns of 2gether: The Series and Still 2gether. The rerun of the series was then subsequently replaced by the rerun of its successor series, Fish upon the Sky on its timeslot.
The production team at the beginning chose one of the hill-tribe villages in the northern part of Thailand to shoot the series, but later on, due to tradition and belief, the initially chosen locations were all removed from the plan because they were not allowed to shoot. As the local people were afraid that, with the numbers of shooting crew members and production could be against the local condition. The village, they first picked, has a tradition of spirit worship. The villagers were afraid that the shooting could disturb the spirit in the place.[6] The production team then decided to build the entire village from scratch in different locations (Mainly in Chiang Rai), while the novel and series portraited the story in somewhere in Chiang Mai. The production team had to build Tian's House,[6] Pha Pan Dao School, Khama's House, and villagers' houses from.[7] The "Pra Pi Run" Unit, which was a workplace, commanding station and accommodation for Phupha and was renovated from an old and deserted wayside shelter.
After volunteer teacher, Torfun (Sarunchana Apisamaimongkol [th]) dies in a tragic accident, her heart is transplanted to Tian (Sahaphap Wongratch). Through a series of diary entries, Tian learns about Torfun's life, secrets, interests, as well as her promise to count a thousand stars with Chief forest officer Phupha (Pirapat Watthanasetsiri). Tian, as the new volunteer teacher, attempts to befriend Phupha, but the latter is initially cold to him. As the two slowly grow closer, Tian's heart beats fast around the military officer, and he starts to fall for him, much like his heart's previous owner did. Treading on dangerous territory, can the two keep their thousand star promise?
Tian is a rich and reckless young man who lives frivolously. He is used to enjoying the luxuries of his father's powerful government position. However, Tian suffers from a defective heart condition. On one fateful night, he collapses while partying with friends. His life is in grave danger.
As he is rushed to the hospital, his family is told that Tian needs a matching heart donor in order to save his life. In the same night, a young woman named Torfun is killed in a hit-and-run car accident. Tian receives her heart just in time to save his life.
Before she died, Torfun volunteered as a schoolteacher at Pha Pun Dao, an impoverished village in the rural area. In her journal, Torfun described her enthusiasm for the small town and the close bonds she forged with the villagers. As Tian learned about her humanitarian work, he reflected on the shallowness of his own life. Inspired by his heart donor, Tian moves to the village as the next volunteer teacher.
Living in this small village is difficult since few resources are available. Tian is also challenged by "Chief" Phupha, a guardian of the village, who constantly underestimates him. Phupha doesn't think highly of Tian. He assumes the rich city kid is too delicate for these harsh living conditions.
Although Tian has a rocky transition to his new life, he perseveres and tries to overcome his culture shock. Even Phupha slowly warms up to him, more than he cares to admit. In the following months, Tian continues an emotional journey of self-discovery, hoping to become a better person with his second chance in life.
Torfun used to be the volunteer teacher at Pha Pun Dao, until she met her untimely demise in a hit-and-run car accident. With her compassionate personality, she was adored by all the schoolchildren and villagers. During her time in the village, Torfun recorded her personal thoughts inside a journal, which she titled as "A Tale of Thousand Stars".
Aye Sarunchana Apisamaimongkol (สรัลชนา อภิสมัยมงคล) is a Thai actress. She is born on March 25, 2000. Her first BL project is the 2021 drama, A Tale of Thousand Stars. She is also a supporting character in the 2023 series, Be My Favorite.
Longtae is the son of the village chief Khama. He is around the same age as Tian and the two of them get along very well, much to Phupha's annoyance. A gentle and friendly young man, Longtae loves taking photographs of important moments in the village. He is currently studying political science in university.
A Tale of Thousand Stars is a phenomenal BL drama. It's up there with one of the best series in this genre. Each episode delivers heartfelt emotions, introspective character development, and a delightful romance that will have you smiling from ear to ear. From the rich storytelling to the authentic acting, A Tale of Thousand Stars is a masterclass in every aspect of its production. The quality is so incredible that I'm almost left in disbelief, like I can't believe a BL drama is capable of being this good.
This series has a fantastic plot that goes beyond BL, exploring many themes beyond love and relationships. Even without the romantic components, the series can stand on its own with a poignant story about personal growth and second chances. It's a meaningful and profound series, encouraging the viewers to philosophize about life. The series also takes place in a unique setting with lots of storytelling potential. A Tale of Thousand Stars crafts a fictional universe that feels so vibrant and dynamic. It introduces an exciting new culture to the viewers, showing us a very different way of life.
A Tale of Thousand Stars begins with an action-packed opening episode, filled with intense emotions and high adrenaline. The next few episodes are equally strong, featuring powerful character development and self-introspection. All the stories are intimate and inspirational. The characters feel authentic since they aren't solely defined by their relationship drama. Tian & Phupha have fleshed-out characterizations, and the romance is just one part of their complex lives. They have hopes, fears, aspirations, and backstories, which are explored in depth.
I loved watching Tian & Phupha in every stage of their relationship. There's an electrifying energy between them. Whether they are openly feuding or covertly flirting, many of their interactions are always so much fun to watch. Also, the actors are cast exceptionally well and seem tailor-made for their roles. The two leads share excellent chemistry, so you can feel their pulsating romance with a shy smile or a forlorn glance between them. The actors connect well, look great together, and anyone can easily see why EarthMix joins the pantheon of great BL couples.
Tian's actor (Mix) has a meatier role, which demands many crying scenes in those last few episodes. The actor does a fantastic job of channelling an introspective performance. Likewise, Phupha's actor (Earth) embodies his character perfectly. I cannot picture Phupha being played by any other actor. He looks authentic as the stern state trooper, but also feels believable when acting flirty and coy around Tian. Every glance, smile, and expression from Phupha lights up the screen. The actor has found his niche. Just put him in a uniform and sign up for more roles like this!
After an engrossing start, A Tale of Thousand Stars suffers from a few missteps in its second half. One of the prominent storylines isn't mapped out well. It also takes too long for the romance to become official. The progress of the romance starts to drag near the end, missing crucial opportunities for kisses or intimate moments. Nonetheless, this drama earns so much goodwill with the first few episodes that any shortcomings can be easily overlooked. Overall, A Tale of Thousand Stars exceeds all my expectations and sets a new standard of excellence in BL dramas.
Tian and Phupha were really delightful to watch as a couple. A huge part of what makes this relationship so compelling is how much Phupha changed his opinion of Tian over the series. In the beginning, he didn't see eye-to-eye with the rich city slicker who intruded on his village. Cue a few episodes later, Phupha has completely succumbed to Tian's charms. He's already making lovey-dovey eyes and stumbling over his words with a massive crush on Tian.
Since I love comparing BL love stories to classic literature, the Tian and Phupha relationship reminds me of a modern gay version of Pride and Prejudice. Tian is the rich and prideful Mr. Darcy, who lets go of his privileged status after moving to the humble village. Phupha is the strong-willed and prejudiced Elizabeth Bennett, who judges Tian too harshly based on his initial assumptions. That makes their dynamic fun because they clashed at first and then reconciled over their differences.
My main complaint is that it takes until the end of the series for Tian and Phupha to become an official couple. Just when they finally get together, the series ends. We also miss many opportunities for a kiss. I don't have the patience to wait until the final scene for the two characters to lock lips! Nonetheless, these are just the petty grievances of a BL fan. Overall, I'm beyond delighted with the epic romance in A Tale of Thousand Stars.
I was intrigued by the relationship between Phupha and Torfun. Her feelings for him were evident from the start. However, their relationship wasn't clearly defined until Episode 4, where Phupha admitted that he only loved Torfun as a sister. Phew, the BL fan in me can sigh in relief. Crisis averted!
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