Memoir of Rati, a historical Boys’ Love series starring GreatInn and AouBoom, has released its first episode.
GMMTV’s historical drama, Memoir of Rati, hit the screens with its first episode on June 20, 2025. The series is led by the on-screen couples Great Sapol and Inn Sarin, along with Aou Thanaboon and Boom Tharatorn.
Memoir of Rati is set during the Thai Buddhist year 2458 (1951 CE). The series follows the story of Rati (played by Inn), an orphan working as an interpreter for the French government, and Thee (played by Great), a marquis serving in the Ministry of Education.
Despite the growing tension caused by their social differences, Mek (portrayed by Aou) forms an unexpected friendship with Barronet Dech (portrayed by Boom).
But as love begins to blossom between them, unseen trials await—testing their bond and their fate.
SPOILER ALERT: If you haven’t watched Memoir of Rati yet, proceed with caution—major plot points ahead!
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The Beginning of Memoir of Rati
In the opening moments of the series, Rati is shown writing in his journal. As he returns to Siam, his homeland, Rati expresses a quiet hope of meeting the person he is destined to meet.
Accompanied by the French and other Thai officials, Rati arrives in Siam aboard a French vessel. There, they are greeted by representatives of the Siamese government, led by Prince Ram.
As Episode 1 continues, the narrative hints at the brewing conflict between the Siamese people and the French.
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Temple Fair of Siam
After settling into his room, Rati shows a keen interest in Siam’s temple fair. Jam, a maid, explains to him what temple fairs are like.
She emphasizes that temple fairs can be risky for foreigners like Rati, who are unfamiliar with the area. Moreover, she warns that foreigners are often easy targets for thieves.
Rati decided to attend the temple fair, where he was welcomed by the sights of various Siamese cuisines, fireworks lighting up the night, and Nang Phattalung—a popular shadow play from the South.
While watching the performance, Rati met Thee. However, as Thee approached him, Rati recalled Jam’s warning. He quickly assumed that Thee might be a thief and politely took his leave.
Running for the Real Thief
Shortly after Rati walked away, Thee spotted Rati’s lost pouch of money. Just as Thee was about to return it, a thief snatched the pouch and ran off.
Rati and Thee gave chase, hoping to take back Rati’s money. After all the running, Thee was able to retrieve the pouch and return it to Rati. As a gesture of gratitude, Rati bought new clothes for Thee, noticing how torn and worn Thee’s clothes were.
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Temple Fair’s Muay Fight
Rati and Thee decided to watch a Muay fight, a popular event at the temple fair. The ongoing match featured Mek and his opponent. In the end, Mek won the fight and claimed the 20 baht prize.
Amused, Rati playfully raised Thee’s hand, suggesting he should challenge Mek. But Thee firmly refused, saying that even though he could fight, he wasn’t interested in Muay.
Afterward, the two went on to watch Muay Tab Chak, where fighters are blindfolded and can only locate each other by the sound of palm leaves rustling beneath their feet.
Rati’s Locket
As Thee and Rati walked home together, Rati later discovered that his locket was missing. Panic took over him, as it was his late mother’s locket—making it all the more precious.
Fearing that Thee might have taken it, Rati rushed after him and searched him but found nothing.
Realizing he might have lost the locket while chasing the thief, Rati and Thee returned to the bridge where the chase had taken place.
However, with darkness blanketing the night, Thee suggested searching for the locket in the morning. Rati, however, was determined to find it. Moved by this, Thee decided to help by diving into the lake near the bridge.
After some time searching, Thee finally found Rati’s locket. This moment marked the beginning of an unexpected friendship between the two.
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Thee’s Identity
In the closing moments of Memoir of Rati episode 1, Thee’s true identity is revealed: he is the son of Prince Ram.
Flashbacks show Thee’s very first glimpse of Rati upon his arrival in Siam.
But how will Thee’s hidden identity affect his relationship with Rati—especially with tensions rising between the French and the Siamese?
Episode 2 Preview
The trailer for episode 2 reveals Thee being pressured by his grandmother to marry, while also highlighting the growing friendship between Thee and Rati.
Catch Memoir of Rati streaming on Netflix and GMMTV Youtube Channel.
Source: Netflix, GMMTV Official, Memoir of Rati (X Account)
