Discover an exclusive interview with the three lead actors of Netflix’s new film The Red Line, a gripping thriller that explores the intensity of modern scams. When justice fails, the victims take matters into their own hands, seeking revenge against the scammers.
Scams are a problem we all know too well—persistent, widespread, and often unpredictable. The two dynamic filmmakers Sitisiri Mongkolsiri and Kongdej Jaturanrasamee bring this issue to life through the story of a group of women targeted by a call-centre gang. Left without help, they band together to uncover the truth and fight back, creating a tense and compelling drama. The film stars Nittha Jirayungyurn, Esther Supreeleela, and Chutima Maholakul in the lead roles.
Behind the thrills and suspense lies an untold story. Read the full exclusive interview with Nittha, Esther, and Chutima in this month’s Digital Cover Light for March 2026, available only via Hashtag Lagend Thailand.
#legend_TH: Can you tell us about your characters?
MN: I play Orn, a middle-class woman with a family and a strong background in marketing. She’s responsible and capable, but her life gets tested when unexpected events unfold.
ES: I play Fai, a physiotherapist who dreams of buying her own condo. Unfortunately, she becomes a victim of a scam that wipes out all her savings.
NC: I play Waewwao, an online seller living with her grandmother. When a call-centre gang defrauds her grandmother of her lifelong savings, Waewwao teams up with Or and Fai to take action and seek justice.
#legend_TH: What Made You Take These Roles?
NC: A senior friend encouraged me to audition for this project. I was interested in Waewwao’s character because she is very different from me—strong and assertive. It was a big contrast with my own personality, so I felt it was a challenging role I wanted to try. Knowing it was a Netflix project made me even more eager to participate.
MN: I had been away from acting for 2–3 years. When Dom and Kongdej approached me and explained that the story was about scammers—a very relevant, contemporary issue—I was immediately interested. Personally, I care about and follow this topic. Anyone could be deceived, and I already admired Dom and Kongdej’s work. When they told me about this story, I felt it was a new type of character I had never played before. It was challenging and interesting, and since it was a Netflix project, I felt this was the right time to take it.ES: I felt very happy and honoured. As Nittha said, the story is very compelling. Knowing that I would play a challenging character different from my previous roles made it one of my favourite roles.
#legend_TH: Has Your Perspective on Scammers Changed After Filming This Movie?
ES: Playing a scam victim really opened my eyes. I’m glad to have been part of this project because it raises awareness both for others and myself. Victims are not stupid, but through manipulation and psychological tricks, anyone can be deceived without realising it. The film also shows how both scammers and victims operate.
MN: I feel the same. Through this film, I not only understood how victims feel, but also learned about scammers’ psychological tactics—what they target and why anyone can fall for it, even educated people. Playing this role gave me insight into both victims and scammers. Sometimes, the person calling to scam you may have their own reasons, and the victim suffers not only financially but emotionally. I really empathise with victims, and I think this film can raise awareness for viewers. People who have been scammed may even feel a sense of satisfaction! (laughs)
NC: Nittha and Esther already covered everything (laughs). I’ll add Waewwao’s perspective—as someone close to a victim, a family member. I want people to think about those around them, their loved ones. Every decision can have far-reaching consequences. Elderly family members may not be able to keep up, so it’s important to look out for those close to you.
#legend_TH: How Did Each of You Handle Playing a Character Different from Yours?
NC: I took extra acting lessons and really tried to get into Waewwao’s character. I started by looking for similarities and differences between her and me. I’d say the similarity is stubbornness (laughs)—the youngest-child type of stubbornness—and possessiveness, because I’m very protective of my things. The differences are in her mannerisms, speech, and how she interacts with people around her—she’s intense and fiery. I even asked my manager to take me to an area similar to where Waewwao lives to study how she speaks, gestures, and behaves, then I adapted that into the character.
MN: The script is intense, but the set wasn’t stressful. I’ve done a lot of workshops, so I already understood my character well and had many discussions with the producers and directors. Filming itself wasn’t stressful, but the scenes carry tension. I’m already quite interested in the topic of call-centre scammers, and I follow the news closely. Listening to interviews with victims or even call-centre workers who were once victims makes me frustrated. For example, I heard a report about a building known to house a call centre—why did they know it was there but couldn’t do anything? Playing this role and following the news made me feel that frustration strongly.
ES: The challenge of playing Fai is that she’s a physiotherapist. Some scenes required performing correct physiotherapy movements with patients, which was very different from my real life. We did workshops at a real hospital, spending the whole day observing nurses with patients. Another challenge was the three of us working together—our characters all have to be very distinct. It was difficult to figure out exercises and decide which direction each character should take.
#legend_TH: What Do You Want Viewers to Take Away from The Red Line?
ES: I hope viewers are entertained, root for the three victims, and see if they can reclaim their lives. I also want the audience to be more cautious in real life. Scammers may not always be call-centre operators—they could be someone close, a friend, and they could betray you anytime. They may manipulate you and make you lose something. I want viewers to be more aware.
MN: Beyond entertainment, I hope viewers gain awareness. They’ll understand how scammers operate, why people can be deceived even when careful, and the methods behind it. This film raises awareness and serves as a form of revenge for victims—something they might not be able to do in real life. In a sense, the three of us represent the community reclaiming what was stolen.
NC: Entertainment, definitely, and excitement too. I also want viewers to live consciously in daily life. Mindfulness helps in everything, including when a scammer calls. Being mindful makes it harder to get scammed. I hope audiences see perspectives from both the victims and the scammers.
#legend_TH: Final Message About the Film
MN: Please look forward to The Red Line, streaming on Netflix from 26 March 2026. We represent the victims of call-centre scams, reclaiming justice for everyone.
