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White Temple Creator Quits National Artist Title, Citing 'Bad Mouth' Concerns
MONDAY, JUNE 09, 2025
Renowned Thai artist Chalermchai Kositpipat, celebrated for Wat Rong Khun, has sensationally announced his resignation from the Ministry of Culture and as a National Artist, explaining he fears his outspoken nature could harm the institution
Lead architect opposes Parliament renovation plan, warns of structural and safety risks
THURSDAY, MAY 08, 2025
Chatree voiced strong opposition to plans to fill in the "Emerald Pool"—a key design element—to build a public library and retail space.
Thailand mourns death of legendary film director Chalong Pakdeevijit
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
National Artist Chalong Pakdeevijit, affectionately known as the "Action Movie Godfather", passed away on Friday at the age of 93.
Explore all things Thai, from food to music, at fete in Paradise Park
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
The ‘Thai Taste Thai Fest’ will showcase authentic Thai cuisine, live performances and Thai heritage from all corners of the country
Faces of Asia: 24 February 2024 | National Artist: Guardian of 'Plaeng Lae'
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2024
Meet Chaichana Boonnachote, a legendary National Artist renowned for his contributions to Thai music and culture, especially the disappearing art of “Pleang Lae” folk music.
Faces of Asia: Guardian of Thailand’s musical legacy
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2024
To commemorate National Artist Day in Thailand, which falls on February 24th, the Nation has exclusively interviewed Chaichana Boonnachote, a revered figure in Thailand’s music scene and a national artist.
National Artist Chalermchai unhappy over planned transfer of Chiang Rai governor
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2022
The Cabinet’s approval to transfer the Chiang Rai governor has affected plans to organise the "Thailand Biennale, Chiang Rai 2023" art event, National Artist Chalermchai Kositpipat bemoaned on Wednesday.
Muay Thai included in prestigious National Artist category
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2021
The Culture Ministry included Muay Thai in the National Artist category on Wednesday, thanks to promotion of the sport by Parliament’s Sports Commission.
Liked by some, loathed by many, novelist Thommayanti’s mixed legacy
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
On Monday, one of the tallest figures in Thai literature, novelist Khun Ying Wimon Chiamcharoen, better known by her pseudonym “Thommayanti”, passed away at the age of 85.
Beloved actress ‘Honey Drop’ joins roster of National Artists
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2019
Actress Petchara Chaowarat, who appeared in some 300 films from 1961 to 1979, memorably starring opposite the late Mitr Chaibancha, is among 12 people the Culture Ministry has newly recognised as National Artists.