The man who nailed The Serpent in real life: 'If there's a hell that's where he belongs'
Daily Mail
Charles Sobhraj (portrayed in drama The Serpent by actor Tahar Rahim) exerted a cult-like hold over travellers to Bangkok, many of whom were never seen again.
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