Junta Romanticized in ‘Love Missions’ Military Drama
BANGKOK — A military-themed romantic soap opera premiered Saturday, inaugurating three months of the television show, which a mass media expert said is an attempt by the military government to rebrand itself and regain public popularity.
Great-Grandson of Last Burmese King Wants Thai Soap Canceled
BANGKOK — A direct descendant of Burma’s last king on Friday said he is offended by a Thai soap opera’s unflattering depiction of his great-grandfather’s court and called for it to be pulled from the air.
For the First Time, Thailand Wins Miss International
TOKYO — A 25-year-old pharmacist made history as the first Thai to ever win the Miss International pageant Tuesday.
Coldplay Coming to ‘Viva La Vida’ in Bangkok
BANGKOK — British rock band Coldplay surprised their Thais fans by conforming they will stop to perform in Bangkok next year.
Enjoy Free Shows When Iconsiam River Mall Opens
A Chinese boy band concert, Thai dance performances, magicians and more will entertain shoppers when riverside megamall Iconsiam opens this weekend.
Expected to draw many...
Confirmed: Ed Sheeran to Bring ‘Shape of You’ to Bangkok
BANGKOK — Ed Sheeran fans had their hopes confirmed when a Bangkok tour date for the English pop star was announced Wednesday.
Denied Durian, Nation Churns Over ‘Mask Singer’ Betrayal
BANGKOK — After a four-month wait, audiences were glued to their screens to find out who the man behind the durian mask was. The only thing they found Thursday night was disappointment.
Where Do We Go Now: Reunited Guns N’ Roses Coming to Bangkok
BANGKOK — For the first time ever in Thailand, Axl and Slash and the rest of Gun N’ Roses will welcome audiences to their jungle early next year, Viji Corp announced Thursday afternoon.
Bangkok Underground Finds Freedom in Bondage
Fhwap! Fhwap! A dark leather whip cracks over a woman’s bum and thigh again and again. She’s blindfolded and tied up; her whimpers audible across the room.
Why Thai Fans Are All About Miss Universe Albania
BANGKOK — An 18-year-old beauty queen from Albania is winning Thai hearts and hashtags in what could be the strongest cultural connection between a...