I came to the conclusion that our khem4gang is a group of hidden comedians 🤭
Here is 1 minute clip to UNDERLINE my statement above.
(The fact that they are facecards with great voices and an amass talent of acting is still true!)
#KhemjiraInSriracha
[FULL TRANSLATION of KengNamping Interview For Vogue Thailand June Edition] 1/2
Harit Buayoi (Keng)
From a former Thai language teacher to becoming one of the hottest actors, through the diverse roles he has received, whether it be 'Jingna' in The Paradise of Thorns or 'Porkru Pharan' in Khemjira Must Survive The Series.
As a new generation actor, Keng Harit Buayoi is determined to drive diversity through the projects he receives, aiming to pave new paths for the entertainment industry moving forward.
"Keng views freedom in content creation as having two sides. one one hand, when we create content and people see us, it’s like we are standing under the spotlight, giving us visibility in the media and a place in society, which is a very positive thing because nowadays everyone has a main and secondary job. so, Keng believes that creating content can create a career opportunity for people. but on the other hand, we also need to be self-aware. it is normal for people to have expectations of us and everyone's perspective on us will be different. so, as we create content in this era, it helps us grow a larger fanbase. however, there are certain things we just have to let go of so that it doesn't negatively impact our personal lives."
As an actor who takes on roles that present diversity, Keng views himself as a small piece of the puzzle that is helping to piece together the bigger picture of this movement. "I am glad to have entered this community. nowadays, Thai actors, no matter which they belong to, whether it's Girl’s Love (GL), Boy’s Love (BL), or Thai dramas, are stepping up to another level and the whole world is keeping an eye on. we are expanding our audience and growing the industry significantly. Keng wants every sector, both public and private, to support us. I want everyone to see that what we are doing can generate massive revenue and serve as a powerful form of Thailand's soft power."
For Keng personally, driving diversity or bringing high-quality creations to a wider audience isn't just limited to relationships or the storylines within a drama. he wants to drive it all the way down to the diverse of cultural roots. "The core principle I always hold onto is that I will never forget where I came from, and I deeply love my 'Thainess' so much. if you look back at every project Keng has acted in, they all connect to Thai identity. for example, when acting in 'The Paradise of Thorns', at that time, I felt it was possessed a lot of value in being a voice or a part of driving marriage equality happen in Thailand. when it comes to 'Khemjira Must survive', it was a series that highlighted Isan culture, whether it was clothing, locations, or tourist attractions, which made everyone want to follow in our footsteps. this also extends fans attending concert with modern, applied Thai traditional outfits. these things clearly shows that Thai identity has its own strengths, and Keng as an individual, or KengNamping as a pair, holds immense value in showcasing different facets of Thai culture. to me, that is what driving diversity truly means. still connected to the roots and identity of culture while celebrating the diversity."
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Napatsakorn Pingmuang (Namping)
From the role of 'Khemjira' in the hit series Khemjira Must Survive, Namping has caught everyone's attention as a rising star of the new generation. the dream of entering the entertainment industry for a kid from the provinces like Namping Napatsakorn Pingmuang seemed like something incredibly far out of reach.
However, entering the industry and working during a period of immense change has meant that his work is no longer just about acting, he became one of the key voices helping society open its heart to acknowledging the stories of people with differences and diversity through his very own projects.
#KengNamping #เก่งนํ้าปิง
#KengHarit #nampingster
Eng Trans : 🦆
#VogueTHJune2026#KengHarit
“It’s natural that when you live in the public eye, people will have expectations of you. And everyone will see you from a different perspective.”
🦆 I believe freedom in content creation has two sides.
🦆 When we create content and people see us, it’s like stepping into the spotlight.
🦆 It gives us visibility in the media and a place in society, which is a very positive thing. Nowadays, many people have a primary job and a side career, and I think content creation can become a profession and create opportunities for people.
🦆 At the same time, we need to remain self aware. It’s natural that when you live in the public eye, people will have expectations of you. And everyone will see you from a different perspective.
🦆 Personally, I feel that creating content in this era has allowed me to build a larger fanbase, but there are certain things I’ve had to learn to let go of so they don’t affect the way I live my life.
🎙️ As an actor who has taken on roles that represent diversity, Keng sees himself as a small cog helping complete a much bigger puzzle.
🦆 I’m very happy to be part of this community.
🦆 Right now, Thai actors, whether they work in Girl Love, Boy Love, or mainstream Thai dramas are reaching another level.
🦆 The whole world is watching us. Our audience is expanding, and the industry is growing tremendously.
🦆 I hope every sector continues to support one another, both public and private. I want people to see that what we’re doing can generate economic value and strengthen Thailand’s soft power.
🎙️ For Keng personally, promoting diversity and creating quality work for a wider audience isn’t limited to relationships or storylines in dramas.
🎙️ He also wants to extend that effort to the diverse cultural roots behind them.
🦆 There’s one core principle I always hold onto.
🦆 I never forget where I come from, and I truly love being Thai.
🦆 If you look back at every project I’ve been part of, they’ve all been connected to Thai identity in some way.
🦆 When I was acting in The Paradise of Thorns, I felt incredibly proud to be a voice or even just a small part in helping advance the conversation around marriage equality in Thailand.
🦆 Then came #KhemjiraTheSeries , a series deeply rooted in Isaan (north-east) culture. From the costumes to the filming locations, it inspired people to travel and follow in our footsteps.
🦆 Fans even attended concerts wearing modernized Thai traditional outfits.
🦆 These are all clear examples of how Keng or #KengNamping can contribute meaningfully to showcasing different facets of Thai culture.
🦆 That, for me, is what promoting diversity truly means, celebrating differences while staying connected to our cultural roots and identity.
Vogue Thailand
“From a former Thai language teacher to one of the hottest actors thanks to the many roles he has taken on”
“Keng Harit Buayoi is determined to drive diversity through his work in order to pave new paths for the entertainment industry moving forward”
#KengHarit
"Harit Buayoi (Keng)
from a former Thai language teacher to becoming one of the hottest actors, through the diverse roles he has received, whether it be 'Jingna' in The Paradise of Thorns or 'Porkru Pharan' in Khemjira Must Survive The Series.
as a new generation actor, #KengHarit Buayoi is determined to drive diversity through the projects he receives, aiming to pave new paths for the entertainment industry moving forward."
#KengNamping
(source: @maiyoumoto )
Namping (Vogue Thailand)
“I feel that society is becoming more open to the freedom of content creation. I view this as a positive thing because it opens up space for people in various industries, helping us see a wider world.”
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#nampingster
Eng Trans : 🦆
🦆 (sits down, ready for the interview)
👦 What's your name?
🦆 My name is #KengHarit .
👦 Where are you from?
🦆 Where am I from?
👦👧 I come from losing my heart to someone like you. (laughs)
(A joke referencing the famous Thai song Pae Jai (Defeated by the Heart.)
🦆 (bursts out laughing)
👦 So where are you actually from?
🦆 I'm from Northern Thailand.
👦 Which province?
🦆 Phayao Province.
👦 If you interned with me, I'd be worried you'd catch the sab.
(Referring to sab muang, meaning picking up a Northern accent.)
🦆 Oh, catch the sab?
👦 Exactly.
🦆 Actually, I wouldn't catch it. Where I grew up in Phayao, there were mostly mountains.
(Wordplay “sab” can also refer to a lake.)
👦 Oh, so you were next to mountains, not next to a lake.
🦆 Exactly.
👧 (laughs)
👦 When Nong Keng was a child...
(switches into Northern dialect)
🦆 Wait, are you Northern too?
👦 Yes! I'm trying my best here. Trying not to sab. (Meaning not to slip into a Northern accent.)
🦆 You're definitely sab. I can smell it.
(Another pun: “sab” can also jokingly refer to body odor.)
👧 (laughs)
👦 When you were a kid, what did you like playing at home?
🦆 I liked playing with jon kwang.
(Northern dialect “kwang” means beetle.)
👦 Did you play with female kwang or male kwang?
🦆 Back then I liked the big male kwang (beetles).
👦 When I was a kid, I liked playing Pan Mah Kee Bao. (kee bao = buffalo poo) Have you ever played that?
🦆 (laugh) What is that?
👦 You roll it into little balls and smash them together.
🦆 That might be a little too deep for me.
👦Too deep, huh?
👦 But kwang (beetles) aren't deep at all, right?
🦆 (laughs)
👧 What's a kwang, then?
🦆 A beetle.
👦 When you were studying, do you remember your first childhood dream?
🦆 I wanted to be a football player because I loved football so much. As far as I can remember, when I was one month old, two months old...
👦 Wait, you mean you only played football for one or two months?
🦆 No, I mean when I was one or two months old. (laughs)
(Jokingly he knew he wanted to be a football player even as a baby.)
👦 Are you allergic to the moon?
🦆 I can't even look at it.
(In the dramatic accent of Alex Kim.)
👦 So Keng is allergic to the moon?
(Mixing Alex Kim's accent with Northern dialect.)
🦆 Whenever I see the moon, I just... AHHHH! (pretends to rip his shirt open like a werewolf transforming)
👦 Alright then, just work during the daytime. Nights seem dangerous.
🦆 Sounds good.
👦 I heard you can play music too. Guitar, right? Acoustic or electric?
🦆 Acoustic guitar.
👦 You stole it from someone?
👧 Why?
👦 It belongs to P'Pong, right? You didn't steal it? (Acoustic pronouns Pong, it’s similar to the name Pong , a famous rock singer.)
🦆 (laughs)
🦆 It belongs to P'Ford.
👧 Why?
🦆 Why not? My brother's name is Ford. (laughs)
👦👧 (laughs)
👦 Ok, will we get to see any upcoming projects from you? Acting, anything?
🦆 Very soon, you'll see me in the Rookie Divo Concert.
👦 When is it?
🦆 Ticket sales start on 27 Jun
👦 June 27 is ticket sales.
🦆 That's right. The concert is on 26 Sep at BITEC Live.
👦 Is it a big lineup?
🦆 Yes, there are seven performers.
👦👧 Wow!
🦆 There's NuNew, P'Jackie, Daou, P'War, Nong Mark Kris, Nong Copper, and Keng Harit.
👦 Which one is Monday and which one is Tuesday? There are seven of you.
🦆 I think I'd be Flowing Day at Phra Pradang. (Referring to the famous Songkran festival in Phra Pradaeng.)
👦 Oh no, our schedules clash perfectly then.
🦆 Huh?
👦 I'm performing at the Diva Concert that day.
🦆 Oh, good thing we're separate events then. (laughs)
👧 (laughing hard)
👦 Mind has a concert too.
🦆 Really? What's it called?
👦 The Di Wua Concert. (di wua means something like cow/beef -themed.)
👧 (laughs)
🦆 Why didn't you invite me?
👦 Oh, really?
🦆 I love eating beef larb!
👦 Wow, now we have three competing concerts: Divo, Diva, and Di Wua.
🦆 (laughing uncontrollably)