Dreams of 2014
Entertainment figures hope for a happy and creative new year
As we begin a new year, many of us will be looking at turning our dreams into reality with determination to put in the dedication, self-discipline and effort that this requires. Those in the entertainment business are among the biggest dreamers. We got 22 of them to tell us what they are wishing for in 2014.
Vinij Lertratanachai
Organiser, Fresh Air Festival
l “My main hope is that Thai people won’t insist on sticking to political colours.”
l “I’d like to see the entertainment industry welcome more creative talent.”
Sudarat “Tukky” Butrprom
Actress and singer
l “I’m hoping to impress audiences with my second ‘Pluak’ concert.”
l “I’d also like to see TV producers come up with a good, society-related series like ‘Thong Nuea Kao’ as this offered us a different and refreshing point of view.”
Sirisilp “Kwang” Chotivijit
Musician, AB Normal
l “I’d like to make it in the car-racing stakes with my Vios Class C No 77.”
l “It would be great if artists of all music genres could be more creative.”
Harin “Dim” Sutumjaratm
Singer, Tattoo Colour
l “I would like to have more time for exercise to keep me strong and healthy and help make my voice become more powerful.”
l “I want to see many more high quality bands find their way to the Thai music scene.”
Tanachai “Pod” Ujjin
Singer, Moderndog
l “I’m hoping that we’ll make a success of our concert to celebrate Moderndog’s 20th anniversary.”
l “I’d like to see new ideas in all categories of arts so that people have more visions to inspire them.”
Surayos “Kan” Kongmee
Musician, the Jukks
l “I dream about riding a bike on a solo journey from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, as this would help me improve my concentration and my decision-making.”
l “I’d prefer to see actors and actresses looking more real. The heavy make-up makes it all so false.”
Charattha “Jam” Imraporn
Singer, Neko Jump
l “I’ve been working on creating a fashion brand and really hope it will take shape in 2014.”
l “I would like to see more creative ideas in the entertainment industry.”
Dharmthai “Timethai” Plangsilp, musician
l “I’m now a freshman at Srinakharinwirot University so am hoping I’ll do well in my studies.”
l “I also wish the entertainment industry would become more creative.”
Thanasit “Ton AF8” Jaturaputch, singer
l “After having spent time in hospital for exhaustion, I’m determined to stick to my workout routine and firm up my muscles.”
l “I’d like to see artists from several music labels performing together on the same stage as this would do away with the myth that we don’t get along.”
Savitree “Beau AF5” Suttichanond, singer-actress
l “I would like to impress audiences with my acting skills in the TV series ‘Bang Rachan’ and an upcoming stage play.”
l “I wish people wouldn’t only judge celebrities through negative news and gossip but on their work.”
Rakchon “Fuang KPN” Puttarangsi, singer
l “I’d like to continue studying and work for a Master of Arts in Cultural Studies after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Thai literature from Kasetsart University.”
l “I would like everybody in the entertainment industry to work together.”
Peerawat “B KPN” Visitwarodom, singer
l “I’d like to release my first single in a dance style to help everybody relax during this tense political situation.”
l “I would like to see more Thais in the entertainment circle build an international career.”
Aqrin “Art KPN” Chaikaewskulchai, singer
l “I plan to expand my Isaan-style restaurant Tam Jazz, which has enjoyed a good response in the three months since it opened.”
l “I would like to see a larger variety of singing contests.”
Setha Sirachaya
Singer-actor-producer
l “Now digital TV is here, I’d like to produce more children’s programmes in addition to music and series.
l “I’m now doing research on the film industry for a PhD. Thai TV series and movies are already being exported to several countries in Asia and I’d like to see them go worldwide.”
Tachaya “Keng” Prathumwan
Runner-up, “The Voice” (2012)
l “As a vegetarian, I’d like to open a vegetarian restaurant and as an artist, have my first solo concert.”
l “I want to see T-pop taking the world by storm just like K-pop.”
Tanon “Non” Jumroen
Winner, “The Voice” (2012)
l “I’d like to have a concert that draws thousands of people.
l “I dream of taking part in the country’s biggest music festival.”
Duangporn “Pui” Pongpasuk
Finalist, “The Voice” (2012)
l “I’d like to tour the world to promote my album and also promote Thai culture.”
l “It would be good if the mass media did more to inspire morality in young people and the rest of society.”
Kietisak “Sena Hoy” Udomnak
Actor-producer, Luck (666)
l “I would like all my projects in cooperation with Kantana and Nippon TV to be successful, and to see my mum qualify as a doctor.”
l “I would like the Thai entertainment industry to become better known internationally.”
Wattana “Gift” Kumthorntip
Host, “Rak Duan” (“Fast Love”)
l “I’d like to have a child to complete my family.”
l “It would be so nice if today’s young stars demonstrated not just ability but also discipline and social responsibility.”
Khemarat “DJ Oung” Soonthornnont
Radio personality, 94EFM
l “I’d like to have a proper home, not just a condominium.”
l “Here’s hoping for good news in the entertainment industry.”
Warinda “DJ Dada” Damrongphol
Radio personality, 94EFM
l “I intend to study Chinese and be able to communicate with Chinese listeners around the world.”
l “I’d like to see more interesting TV series.”
Nathapatsorn “DJ Dao” Simasthien
Radio personality, Chill FM99
l “I’d like to enjoy a family atmosphere in Japan.”
l “And it would be great to have more reality shows.”
