The Thai entertainment scene is brimming with fresh talents that make waves within and beyond Southeast Asia. A dashing debonair comes a dime a dozen, and some rookies prove to be more than just eye candy. Among them is Pond Naravit, a 24-year-old actor who has been catapulted into global adoration after his stints in popular Boys' Love series.
With his rising popularity comes his bubbling presence in fashion and beauty. As Thailand's grip on the luxury market continually strengthens, Pond is one of the names leading the charge. Learn more about him through the facts listed below.
Who Is Pond Naravit? Facts About the Thai Actor
1. Pond is an Aquarius.
Naravit Lertratkosum was born on February 1, 2001 in Bangkok. Fun fact: He was supposed to go by "Pangpond," which roughly translates to "loaf of bread" in Thai, because it was his mom's craving during her pregnancy.
2. Pond began his acting career after winning a talent search program.
Pond first grew interested in the entertainment scene during his high school days, where he was part of a musical group called Apollo Band. Come 2020, he took part in the talent program Go On Girl & Guy Star Search, which he ended up winning.
In a radio show interview years later, Pond candidly revealed that he actually also passed an audition for South Korean company SM Entertainment in 2020. However, he wasn't able to fulfill his contract at the time due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
3. Pond is signed with GMMTV.
Upon his reality competition show victory, Pond signed with Thai entertainment giant GMMTV. He was soon paired up with Phuwin Tangsakyuen in multiple Boys' Love series (In Filipino terms, think of them as a "love team.") Some of their most beloved titles together include Fish upon the Sky (2021), Never Let Me Go (2022), and We Are (2024).
4. Pond is part of boy group JASP.ER.
Last 2024, Pond was officially launched as a member of boy group JASP.ER alongside fellow GMMTV artists Joong Archen, Aou Thanaboon, and Santa Pongsapak. Handled by Riser Music, a subcompany under GMMTV, the quartet made their debut with the single Sadistic.
5. Pond is studying Biomedical Engineering.
Despite his jam-packed schedule as an artist, Pond is still deep into his studies at the King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang. A Biomedical Engineering major, the 24-year-old just recently capped off his junior year.
6. Pond is an ambassador for luxury fashion brands.
Given his massive presence on and off the screen, Pond has worked with a significant number of luxury fashion labels. One of his most notable collaborations is with Versace Fragrances, for which he is the regional ambassador for Southeast Asia.
Pond is also an endorser of Tommy Hilfiger. He, joined by his screen partner Phuwin, Gemini Norawit, and Fourth Nattawat, were flown out by the American apparel brand to witness the S/S 2025 show at New York Fashion Week live. The four have also starred in a number of Tommy Hilfiger's localized and global campaigns.
Stay updated on Pond by following his Instagram account @ppnaravit.
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