Love Battle (—)

Love Battle is a Thai romantic comedy film directed by Wirat Hengkongdee, released in 2019. The story centers on Tan, a cold-hearted insurance actuary who believes that love can be quantified and calculated. After suffering from past betrayals, he devises a new product called "Love Insurance," which promises a full refund plus interest if couples stay together for two years without breaking up. His rigid, number-driven approach to romance clashes with Jeed, a former matchmaker transferred to his department to help gather data. Jeed firmly believes that true love cannot be measured by spreadsheets or contracts.

As Tan and Jeed travel across the country to interview potential policyholders and evaluate their relationships, they find themselves embroiled in a battle of wits and values. Their professional interactions evolve into a personal conflict as both try to prove their respective philosophies about love are correct. The film serves as an office comedy that explores whether romance can survive under the scrutiny of actuarial tables, ultimately questioning if the heart can ever truly be insured.

The movie features a charming cast known for their work in Thai television and cinema. It blends humor with heartfelt moments, offering a lighthearted look at modern dating and the complexities of commitment. The narrative uses the unique premise of love insurance to highlight the differences between logical decision-making and emotional intuition, culminating in a classic rom-com resolution where opposites attract.

• The film stars Esther Supreeleela and Prama Imanotai in the lead roles of Jeed and Tan, respectively, showcasing their chemistry in this comedic setting.
• Director Wirat Hengkongdee made his feature film debut with this project, following his earlier success with the short film "The Last Bullet" (2018).
• The concept of "Love Insurance" was inspired by real-life marketing gimmicks and social experiments regarding relationship longevity.
• The movie was produced by CJ Entertainment Thailand, a major player in the regional film industry.