Naman Shrestha
Directed by Taweewat Wantha, Netflix’s ‘My Dearest Assassin’ is a Thai action romantic thriller movie that centers on a Vietnamese girl named Lhan, born with a rare blood type that puts a target on her back from childhood. While hunting for Lhan, a treasure hunter named Pruek kills her parents. However, she is rescued by Poh, the leader of House 89, and raised within the secretive assassin organization in Thailand. Lhan grows up alongside Poh’s son, Pran, and an adoptive child named M, as one of the clan’s own.
As the bond between Lhan and Pran intensifies, Pran takes it upon himself to protect her against Pruek, who has tracked her down after all these years. Meanwhile, she learns a dark truth about House 89 and their intentions. Determined to avenge her parents’ deaths, Lhan confronts Pruek and puts up a fight alongside Pran. Originally titled ‘Lueat Rak Nakkha,’ the film is set in a variety of settings, especially the secret lair of House 89, elevating the visual aspects of the narrative.
My Dearest Assassin Filming Locations
‘My Dearest Assassin’ was filmed in its entirety in Thailand, seemingly in and around Bangkok. From what we can tell, principal photography for the thriller movie took place sometime in 2025, over the course of several weeks. Since the story is set in Thailand, the production team utilized the vast and versatile landscape of the Southeast Asian country to add a layer of authenticity to the narrative.
Bangkok, Thailand
In order to shoot ‘My Dearest Assassin,’ the production team seemingly settled on the city of Bangkok in Thailand. To create the chaos that engulfs the life of Lhan and the high-stakes tension that unfolds in the narrative with the entry of the assassin, the cast and crew likely visited several locales in the coastal city. Bangkok is widely recognized for its diverse landscape, ranging from modern cityscapes and high-end districts to street markets and historic sites, which makes it easier to convincingly replicate the backdrops of different locations.
Furthermore, the city provides experienced local crews, first-rate infrastructure, and support from the government, making it a relatively cost-efficient choice without sacrificing production quality. The neon-lit streets, high-rise skyline, and lively energy of the crowd also lend a gritty and raw visual energy. Thus, shooting in Bangkok is a production-friendly move, especially for projects like ‘My Dearest Assassin,’ which is Netflix Thailand’s first action-romantic drama. Other notable movies and TV shows filmed in Bangkok include ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth,’ ‘The Creator,’ ‘Mechanic: Resurrection,’ ‘Only God Forgives,’ ‘A Prayer Before Dawn,’ ‘Wanted,’ and ‘The Next Prince.’
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