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pharawee · 7 months ago

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Back in May I bought Khemjira's Rescue on meb, happy that there finally was an official English translation because I love horror and actually liked the first pilot teaser for Spirit Reborn - even though it wasn't well received.

I now know why the teaser wasn't well received (the official version has since been deleted and there's only some re-uploads left) and I agree. Khemjira isn't really a classic QL where the story centres around two people falling in love. It's a horror novel first (and the novel's content warning is very open about this). Much of the romance only happens in the bonus chapters. It's also steeped in Isan folklore and Theravadin Buddhist teachings and virtues, with heavy and uncompromising themes of karma, rebirth, right action and non-attachment (which I really appreciate but might not be everyone's cup of tea because it completely ignores concepts of justice and revenge).

The novel itself is translated really well with only a few editorial slip-ups but tons of footnotes to explain potentially unfamiliar concepts and give translations for the recited khatha. The bonus chapters are plentiful and rewarding if you're into romance and the usual level of BL novel spiciness, but even without them the narrative flows really well and comes to a satisfying conclusion. I really liked the novel - it might be my favourite right after I Feel You Linger in the Air - so I was slightly apprehensive when Mandee announced that they had acquired the rights for a new adaptation.

I don't know the actors at all so I only have the novel to go by, but all in all I'm really happy with Mandee's pilot teaser. It's so close to the novel that even seemingly short filler scenes are recognisably taken from moments in the story. And while I still think Keng Harit is a bit too young as Por Kru Parun, he manages to capture his commanding and alluring presence very well.

My only worry now is that they'll downplay the religious themes in order to elevate the romance between, well, basically everyone. I couldn't even blame them though, because most of the audience will be expecting romance, and the series probably wouldn't be very well received if both couples remained chaste until the very end. I don't think Khemjira's Rescue even qualifies as slow-burn for reasons I'll explain a bit later (and behind a spoiler warning).

But first, a bit more about the main characters because I've seen some confusion about their names etc. I'll keep these as spoiler-free as Mandee's pilot teaser was so if you've watched that then you're all set.

Khemjira is cursed, as are all male descendants of his family, doomed to die before their 20th birthday (the series changes it to 21). His mother gave him a traditionally female name to confuse the curse but to no avail: as he grows older he's more and more troubled by the heavy and malevolent presence of spirits. These are kept at bay by an amulet given to to him by a venerable Por Kru (a practicioner of Buddhist white magic) but when that's no longer enough, his friend Jhet introduces him to his teacher Por Kru Parun who lives in a small Isan village. Despite the burden of bad karma, Khem is a good person who always tries his best even when he feels like giving up.

Por Kru Parun (the series calls him Karan) is a respected practicioner of Buddhist white magic. He lives in a traditional wooden house outside of a small Isan village and protects his community from spiritual harm. He learned from his grandfather (who was himself a respected Por Kru) and also spent many years ordained as a monk. Because he lives by the precepts (which go beyond the five precepts of laypeople) he seems detached and aloof, often wearing dark sunglasses so others won't get charmed by him. His real (nick)name is Peem but he only starts using it with Khem once the two get romantically involved.

Jhettana and Charnvit (aka Jhet and Charn) are Khem's best friends. Khem meets Jhet during freshman orientation when Jhet senses the malevolent spirits around him. It's also Jhet who suggests visiting his teacher Por Kru Parun in his home province. They do this during a university excursion. This is how they meet Charn who's part of the student trip and very suspicious about what they're doing. Charn is extremely polite, addressing everyone as Khun. He wears glasses to aid his bad vision. Both Jhet and Charn are extremely protective of Khem, choosing to become Parun's students in order to help save him. They're also the secondary couple with a surprising past connection.

These two boys are Thong and Ake, Parun's spirit servants. They're the ghosts of 12-year-old twins that already served Parun's grandfather. They also have a surprising role to play in things to come.

SOME SPOILERS FOR THE MIDDLE OF THE NOVEL

As for why the romance can only happen after Khemjira's curse has been lifted: as practitioners of white magic, Parun and his students Jhet and Charn have to adhere to the precepts. These include abstinence from unchastity, so they should remain non-attached to thoughts of sexual and romantic nature. If one of these precepts is broken, all of them are considered broken (which makes it impossible to practice white magic) - Khemjira's rescue would fail if any of them got involved romantically. Parun knows that he's mindful enough to remain non-attached until the curse has been dealt with. He also knows that he can't expect the same of Khem so he refuses to take him as his student (which is fortunate because that way we get to read about Khem's pining).

And beyond the horror and the romance, there's also a third element that heavily features in the story: rebirth. All of the characters' fates are interwoven through several past lives, and I'm really curious how Mandee will decide to tackle this added layer of complexity and identity. In The Sign, Idolfactory used the same actors througout every past life (while 1000 Years Old used different actors with the same identifying birth mark). In Khemjira's Rescue the past identities of some of the characters are incredibly important and I'd hate to see them getting erased by using the same actors to better fit with BL marketing. It was so rewarding to find out that Jhet and Charn were starcrossed lesbian lovers in a past life and I'd love it if they kept that reveal for the series as well.

Oh, and also? Yes, there's going to be at least one naga. 🙌

END OF SPOILERS

Ultimately, if Mandee truly commits to playing the long game and doesn't simplify the story in order to appeal to marketing opportunities, this could end up being one of the best Thai BL series to come. From what I saw, the actors can definitely pull it off, and the fact that the 11 minute long trailer focuses so much on novel-accuracy is very promising already. Just don't have Parun and Khem get it on too early. Sometimes you have to keep it in your pants for a bit in order to save the day. 🙏

#khemjira #khemjira the series #khemjira's rescue #keng harit #namping napatsakorn #thai bl novels #jane watches stuff #if you loved the ifylita novel and aren't fazed by horror you'll love this too #some of the themes are quite heavy though #(probably not as much if you're familiar with buddhist teachings)

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thainovels · 2 months ago

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Did you still didn't mind khemjira rescue spirit reborn ?? Please let me know.

hi, sorry i still wasn't able to find this one

#thai drama #thai series #thai novel #thai novels #thai bl #khemjira the series

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petnews2day · 7 months ago

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Marathoner stops mid-race to rescue abandoned puppy

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Marathoner stops mid-race to rescue abandoned puppy

Editor’s note: This article was originally published on November 8, 2022. It has since been updated. Puppies can make anyone stop and turn around for a second look. But there aren’t too many people who would actually care for the well-being of an abandoned animal on the street. When 43-year-old Khemjira Klongsanun was running a […]

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gameonoverdogcom · 8 months ago

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raiseveganus · 6 years ago

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Marathon Runner Rescues Puppy During The Race

A lot of times runners will sign up for races to get a super blinged-out finishers medal, but one lucky runner in Bangkok got something a lot fluffier for her efforts. This marathon runner rescues puppy during the race! How wonderful is that!

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Marathon Runner Rescues Puppy During Race

In January, a runner from Bangkok ran nineteen miles of a marathon cradling a puppy that she had rescued during the race. Khemjira Klongsanun saw the little puppy at the side of the road. She couldn’t see the mother or an owner nearby. Even though Khemjira was only seven miles into the marathon, she couldn’t leave the helpless pup just sitting there, so she decided to scoop him up, the trembling little Thai bangkaew and carried him with her for the remaining nineteen miles. Talk about being ‘dog-tired.’

The marathoner wanted to make sure that the puppy was taken care of and afterward returned to where she found him to double check for an owner or mother looking for him. She then decided to take the pup home to live with her and her other dogs. The pup, who is now named Chombueng, has since been checked out by a vet.

Khemjira said that running almost twenty miles was indeed a challenge and it was much more tiring than a usual puppy-free marathon, but she did it anyway because he was so cute. It took her a long time to get him all set with vet checkups and vaccinations, but she’s glad to have saved the very smart boy. She hopes he’ll be happy living with her.

It seemed to Khemjira that this little guy was lost. There were no houses, no dogs, or people around. So, she picked up the puppy, to take him out of the unsafe environment.

This takes rescuing a dog to a whole new level. I know when I’m running a marathon I get so tired that I can’t even hold onto a water bottle, I couldn’t imagine carrying a puppy. This ‘marathon runner rescues puppy during the race’ has to be the sweetest news update I came across in a while.

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heartsofpets · 5 years ago

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Woman Finishes Marathon Carrying Puppy She Rescued Along The Way

She ran 19 miles with the puppy — and that was just the beginning ❤

Khemjira Klongsanun is a running enthusiast from Bangkok, Thailand.

Though she enjoys racing in competitions, Klongsanun knows some things are more important than setting a record time.

Last week, Klongsanun was participating in a local marathon when something caught her eye. There, about 7 miles into the 26-mile run, she spotted a tiny puppy on the roadside with no owner or mother insight.

Rather than continue on her way and leave the little dog to face the world alone, Klongsanun decided to briefly put the race on hold. She stopped — and scooped the helpless puppy into her arms.

But then she did so much more.

For the next 19 miles, Klongsanun carried the puppy as she ran.

She was now safe and in good hands.

There was a chance, perhaps, that Klongsanun could have handed the puppy off to a willing spectator or race official, but she did not.

Sure enough, the puppy remained in Klongsanun’s arms to the end.

They crossed the finish line together.

This, however, wouldn’t be the end of the line for Klongsanun and her unlikely racing companion.

After the race, Klongsanun decided to take the puppy home to be a part of her family.

She got some much-needed rest along the way.

Klongsanun has since taken the puppy, now named Nong Chom, in for a checkup with a vet.

Later, she introduced her to her family’s other dogs.

Nong Chom fit right in.

The once-lonely stray puppy was now surrounded by love.

Just in case Nong Chom’s siblings and mother were around and in need of help, too, Klongsanun and Nong Chom returned to where she’d been found to look for them. But, it seems, Nong Chom truly had been there all along.

Now, at least, Nong Chom was home.

Every rescue dog has a story of when their life changed for the better — but few, perhaps, are as memorable as Nong Chom’s. And though there’s no telling how much time Klongsanun lost in the race that day due to the pup, such details matter little compared to the lifetime of love that now lies ahead.

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Woman Finishes Marathon Carrying Puppy She Rescued Along The Way was originally published on Hearts Of Pets

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