4 Kings II also known as 4 Kings 2 (Thai: 4 คิงส์ 2) is a 2023 Thai neo-noir crime drama film, directed and written by Phuttipong Nakthong. It is the sequel to 4 Kings a film that created a phenomenon in 2021 as the highest-grossing Thai film of the year.
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| Thai | 4 คิงส์ 2 |
| Directed by | Phuttipong Nakthong |
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| Starring |
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| Edited by | Dog Back Dee |
| Music by | Vanilla Sky Studio |
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| Distributed by | Shinesaeng Ad.Venture |
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Running time | 139 minutes |
| Country | Thailand |
| Language | Thai |
| Box office | ฿95.17 million (Bangkok, Metropolitan & Chiang Mai) ฿235.9 million (nationwide) |
Summary edit
The film continues the story from the previous part. It happened when Tummeng, a Kanokarcheewa student was attacked and seriously injured, resentment arose among Kanokarcheewa students. Bang, the leader of the Kanok students, prepared revenge on Buranabondh students, who are foes.
But, it didn't go as expected. When Bang was caught, his sister, Bung had to help him in every possible way.
In the conflict between the students of these two schools, Yat an unlettered gangster was the variable.[1]
Even though on the outside Yat looks like a brat, both didn't study and dealt drugs. But deep within his heart, he harbored feelings for the technical students who fought with each other and caused his grandfather to be caught in the crossfire causing paralysis today.
Yat and Bang have been friends since childhood. Finally, the friendship that the two once had had to break up.
The end scene is Billy and Oh, now friends, attend Yat's funeral, who was shot dead by Rok after recently arguing with Bang. The film is dedicated to all the souls lost in the battle between the vocational boys.
Cast edit
Main edit
| Actor | Role |
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| Somphol Rungpanich | Bang |
| Ukrit Willibrord Dongabriel | Yat |
| Sutthirak Subvijitra | Rok |
| Sirat Intarachote | Aek |
Supporting edit
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Sine Charoenpura | Bung |
| Patara Eksangkul | Kay Kanok |
| Natthawut Jenmana | Nui |
| Todsapol Maisuk | Tummeng |
| Benjamin Joseph Varney | Kay Buranabondh |
| Sahatchai Chumrum | Yat's grandfather |
| Suteerush Channukool | Boss |
| Touch Na Takuathung | Rok's father |
| Watsana Phunphon | Rok's mother |
| Vithaya Pansringarm | Mr. Nipon |
| Sahajak Boonthanakit | Chaloem |
| Nattawan Asavakarn | Ju |
| Oranat Ramasoot | Jiew |
Guest appearances edit
| Actor | Role |
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| Akarin Akaranitimaytharatt | Mot |
| Timethai | Mac |
| Modern Dog | Themselves |
| Smile Buffalo | Three men drinking |
| Kongkiat Khomsiri | Prisoner |
| Arun Pawilai | Old man |
| Bhumibhat Thavornsiri | Art student |
| Rman Chocco | Art student |
| Phuttipong Nakthong | Restroom massager |
| Karinyawat Durongjirakan | Chaloemsat student |
Cameo appearances edit
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Itkron Pungkiatrussamee | Billy |
| Nat Kitcharit | Oh |
Original soundtrack edit
- "Rong Pai Kab Fah" (ร้องไปกับฟ้า; "Cry to the Sky"), ending theme by Somphol Rungpanich feat Ukrit Willibrord Dongabriel
- "Bang Sing" (บางสิ่ง; "Something") by Somphol Rungpanich (original version by Modern Dog)
Production edit
On July 29, 2022, there was an announcement to recruit new performers to co-feature in the film.[2]
The director and screenwriter, Phuttipong Nakthong said in an interview that this installment will focus especially on nighttime battle scenes. Because nighttime feels more raw, and quarrels on the streets at night are punishable more severely than during the day. Moreover, evening students are older and more foolhardy.
In this part, there are four main characters, Bang, Yat, Aek, and Rok, all of whom have family issues.[3] The story is told quite deeply into the dimensions of each character. By touching on family issues, experience the inner wound that drives individuals to take drastic actions.[4]
Release and reception edit
4 Kings II was released on November 30, 2023, nationwide. The teaser was released on YouTube on October 25, 2023, and received over one million views within 24 hours.[5]
The official trailer was released at 2:14 p.m. on November 14, 2023.[6]
Although it was released on November 30, 2023, tickets can be purchased or reserved starting November 24, 2023.[7]
The gala premiere screens on November 29, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. at Major Cineplex Ratchayothin.
First day of official screening, it grossed 19 million baht nationwide breaking the record of the prequel which made 10 million baht.[8]
References edit
- ^ "เรื่องย่อ 4Kings 2". TrueID (in Thai). 2023-10-22. Retrieved 2023-10-30.
- ^ ""4kings อาชีวะ ยุค 90" ทำภาค 2 ประกาศรับสมัครนักแสดง ขอคนไม่เขินกล้อง". Amarin TV (in Thai). 2022-07-29. Retrieved 2023-12-06.
- ^ หน้า 4 – เสาร์สด, '4Kings2'สุดเดือด!ตีแผ่ปัญหาผ่านครอบครัว. Khaosod issues 12,050 vol.33 Saturday, November 25, 2023 (in Thai)
- ^ หน้า 4 – ข่าวสด บันเทิง, 'จี๋'ผันคาแร็กเตอร์-ห่วงคนดู จากหนุ่มอบอุ่นสู่เด็กช่างบู๊เดือด!. Khaosod issues 12,054 vol.33 Wednesday, November 29, 2023 (in Thai)
- ^ "ขอบคุณสำหรับเสียงตอบรับ ที่ทำให้ตัวอย่างแรก 4 Kings 2 มียอดวิวทะลุ 1 ล้านวิว ใน 24 ชั่วโมง แล้วเจอกัน". Facebook (in Thai). 2023-10-28. Retrieved 2023-10-30.
- ^ "พรุ่งนี้เตรียมพบกับตัวอย่าง #4Kings2 เวลา 14.14 น. แล้วเจอกันนะเพื่อน". Facebook (in Thai). 2023-11-13. Retrieved 2023-11-14.
- ^ ""ทุกแรงกระทำ มีผลลัพธ์เสมอ"". Facebook (in Thai). 2023-11-25. Retrieved 2023-11-24.
- ^ "เปิดรายได้ "4 KINGS 2" เข้าฉายวันแรก กวาดเงินทะลุ19 ล้านบาท". PPTV HD (in Thai). 2023-12-01. Retrieved 2023-12-02.
External links edit
- 4 Kings II at IMDb
- 4 Kings II on Facebook
