The 2005 comedy tells the story of the adventures of a «simple Russian working man» — KamAZ driver Timofey Stepanovich Okopov, who goes to Thailand. The main role was played by Ilya Oleynikov, who also wrote the screenplay. The plot is based on a story by Dmitry Vasilyev «Siamese Voyage of Stepanych». Principal photography took place in the resort city of Pattaya, while scenes set in Chelyabinsk were filmed in Peresvet, Moscow Oblast. The «Camelot Hotel» in Pattaya was used for street scenes, and the interior of a Thai hotel room was filmed at the «Russkiy Dvorik» hotel in Sergiev Posad.

Filming Locations:

Hotel

In the Movie

Scene where Stepanych arrives in a tropical paradise, checks into a hotel, and sets off to find local attractions. He arms himself with a map but has no idea about Thai locations, so he decides to ask a Russian-speaking resident of the area where to go. However, Stepanych receives a rather sharp answer.

In Reality

The scene was filmed near the «Camelot Hotel» in Pattaya, which is a cozy hotel complex located in the center of the resort city. Nearby are the noisy streets of Pattaya with bars, markets, and cafes, making it an excellent location for dynamic scenes.

Streets

In the Movie

Scene where the card sharp Senya walks along the night streets of Thailand. Everything around is glowing — neon signs of bars, restaurants, and massage parlors shimmer in red, blue, green. The crowd is noisy — tourists, vendors, local regulars. It all looks very attractive and exotic.

In Reality

The scene was filmed on Walking Street in Pattaya — the main entertainment district of the city, known for its bright neon signs, noisy bars, and round-the-clock partying. The street comes alive after dark: clubs, restaurants, bars, and shops lure tourists with lights and loud music. The crowd is always diverse — vacationers, street performers, vendors, and promoters offering everything from cocktails to excursions. The smells of fried seafood, hookah smoke, and tropical air mix, creating an atmosphere of endless celebration.

Zipline

In the Movie

Scene where Stepanych decides to try an extreme activity – a zipline. He stands on the platform, the instructor secures the gear, then the hero takes a step and with a scream launches off the tower. As one might guess from his screams, Stepanych's life flashes before his eyes.

In Reality

The scene was filmed on the cable car at the «Pattaya Park» tower. This is an open zipline track located at a great height. The starting platform is on a tower offering a panoramic view of the city and coastline. Cables stretch over green areas and pools, and the landing zone is equipped with a platform and instructors. The attraction is designed for guests seeking thrills and exciting emotions.