

Gohan is a 2026 Thai drama film directed by Chayanop Boonprakob, Nattawut Poonpiriya, and Atta Hemwadee. Produced by GDH 559, the film delivers an emotional story centered on love, companionship, and the search for a place to belong.
The movie quickly drew attention because of its heartfelt concept and because it came from the studio behind emotionally driven Thai hits. Instead of focusing on a traditional human lead, the story follows a stray dog whose life intersects with multiple people over several years.
The story follows a white stray dog with a pink nose named Gohan. Across nearly a decade, his life unfolds through different owners and different chapters of his journey. What begins as a lonely life outside a convenience store slowly turns into a moving story about human connection and belonging.
Gohan first finds companionship with Hiro, a Japanese automotive engineer nearing retirement, who gives him warmth and a home. Later, his path crosses with Namcha, a young Burmese migrant worker who deeply cares for animals. Years later, Gohan becomes part of the life of Jaidee, an art student learning difficult lessons about love and relationships.
Through changing owners, emotional goodbyes, and new beginnings, the film explores how one dog unknowingly transforms the lives around him while continuing to search for a permanent home of his own.
The confirmed cast of Gohan includes:
The title character Gohan is portrayed by three different dogs to represent different stages of his life journey.
The project was developed from the filmmakers’ love for dogs and their desire to create a story centered around the emotional bond between humans and animals. The film uses three directors, with each focusing on a different stage of Gohan’s life.
The production combines drama with emotional storytelling and focuses on themes such as:
Its storytelling style relies more on heartfelt moments and personal journeys rather than large dramatic twists.
Gohan was officially released in Thailand on April 2, 2026. The film runs approximately 145 minutes and later expanded to additional international territories.