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KAZZ 141

April 2018

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Mint 1

September 2020

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GQ 113 / GQ Hype 252

September 2024

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Off Jumpol's Life of Passion and Precision

Off-Jumpol who embraces every moment

We started the conversation with Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn quite easily. It's not that the writer didn't research on him, but Off is a familiar face at GQ as we have regularly worked with him. "We have talked 3-4 times already, is that including the Chiang Rai trip?" He still remembers how we took a boat, hiked up and down mountains, and ventured into the jungle without any hesitations from him at all."Have many years have you been working in the industry?", we asked. Off did a brief mental calculation before telling us, "It's been 10 years, which means I've been working for the same amount of time." Off answered excitedly as he was doing a fashion shoot with us in a Givenchy look.

"I remember my first job was as a host of Five Live Fresh. At that time, I still spoke unclearly because I spoke with my mouth closed, making it sound like I was speaking from my throat. After that, I had to practice speaking in my daily life more, practice my voice, and speak more slowly. I gradually improved. For me, I think having my first job in the industry as a host was difficult. I remember I was very stressed in the first tape. I had to memorize the script and meet artists. I'm honestly lucky that it was P'Ton-Thanasit Jaturaput that day as he was kind and he helped me in running the show."

Many people say that being a host is a difficult and challenging job because their main duty is to run the show and pay attention to both guests and hosts themselves. Especially with live shows, Off says solving problems on the spot is very important."Hosting live shows helped me gain more skills in working in the industry. We must be quick-witted and able to handle situations well. This enabled me to host events more confidently and it also had a positive effect on my acting." Off added.

From his role as a host, Off later had a series Senior Secret Love: Puppy Honey where he starred alongside Gun-Atthaphan Phunsawat, creating the phenomenon 'Off-Gun' with their cuteness plus compatible acting chemistry which led to several subsequent projects. And he's about to work with Jorin Khumpiraphan in the series Break Up Service.Off has continuously worked in hosting, singing, and acting in series; and it can be said that he has probably worked in every sector of the entertainment industry. He is also considered one of the icons in the fashion industry.

Having stood in the entertainment industry for 10 years, we believe that anyone who has met and worked with him would agree that this guy has remarkable energy to work and radiates positive energy to those around him...Then how about days when he is sad, does that ever happen?"The sad side of me?... I feel that this year has been quite brutal for me as well because it's a year when I had a lot of work and someone in my family passed away. This made me reflect on myself like, 'Why do I really do what I do? Is it for myself, for others, or for my family?' I needed to weigh things more carefully and decided that I should spend some time with family. It's true that we work hard, but we shouldn't overdo it because it can ruin our health. When our health deteriorates, we could only think of ourselves and that isn't fun. We must take care of our bodies well to give happiness to others. I don't like seeing everyone stressed." Off said."Has the loss of that time make you live your life more cautiously?" We asked."I've reflected on myself too. And if you asked me whether I feel that sad, I was very sad, but should I be stuck in that sadness for too long? No, because we must move forward in life. In the end, what happens today becomes yesterday tomorrow. We must move forward. If we keep dwelling on the past, how will we move forward? We must think a lot about tomorrow." the young actor answered with a smile, before sharing the next steps in his life journey 10 years ahead.

"I'm someone who plans my life. For example, from the age of 23 when I entered the entertainment industry until the age of 33, now my life has been better. It's like I have goals in several aspects. For instance, one, I know that I work and what do I want? First is watch, and I got it. Next is condo, and I got it. What is next? A car. I'm able to buy a car now.""The next step is a house. I'm currently building one. I've already gotten 3 things from before which is quite fast for working in this industry. I started my 10th year building a house, what would I do next once the house is done? I must have another car and keep growing. I still don't know where I'll end, but I try to do my best every day so that in 10 years, I could look back like, 'Oho, my life has come so far.'" As we heard Off finish speaking, we wanted to know whether he was worried about being in his 40s in the next 10 years. He immediately responded."It's inevitable. Don't worry about getting old, you're going to get old anyway. (laughs) I feel that as we age, our responsibilities increase which lessens our time. When I was young, I was confused when adults say that time flies by so fast. Yeah, it's really fast. I've only realized that I've been working for 10 years. I've once read many interviews of several people. They asked seniors, 'If you could go back in time, what would you do?' Many said that they'll take care of their health well, meaning it's really important at that point. We must take care of ourselves as best as we can starting now. And if you ask whether there is anything I'd like to go back to and fix in the past 10 years, there's none because I live my life to the fullest every day and I'm happy every day." He explained.

Finally, Off mentioned his collaboration with GQ this year coincided with the duration of his career. "I'm happy every time because no matter what work I do, I'm happy with it. If I come to work and everyone is happy, they'd spread the word themselves that 'This guy works well.' 'He's lovely.' So why wouldn't I work for people who love me?"

Tatler

September 2024

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Challenging Roles Off-Gun Want to Try and Memories in the Entertainment Industry

A conversation between Tatller and Off-Gun which would let you know that there are still challenging roles they'd like to try playing once

Off Jumpol Adulkittiporn and Gun Atthaphan Phunsawat, two beloved actors among series fans, have been selected by Tatler as Asia's Most Stylish 2024 alongside 60 style icons from across Asia, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Taiwan, and Thailand.We got to talk about their must-have fashion items, their impressions since entering the entertainment industry, and the idols whom Off-Gun look up to as role models. From our chat, we learned that even though they have been in many series, there are still some characters that they would like to try playing at least once.

Which fashion items must you always carry with you everywhere?
Off : It's difficult to choose because everyday I'd wear sunglasses and wristwatch. These are probably the two items I always carry with me.
Gun : Bracelet, because I like to wear them regularly.If you could have one superpower, which superpower would you choose?
Off : I’d like to have the power to persuade people to agree with me when I speak.
Gun : I’d want the power to heal myself when I’m sick, because if I'm healthy, I can keep working continuously.

Which acting roles have you never played and want to try at least once in your life?
Off : I’d like to play as a detective. I already like reading novels and watching detective series or suspense type of movies so I feel like if I get a calm, quiet role, it might look cool because I usually talk a lot (laughs).
Gun : I like playing dramatic roles. I’ve done drama before, but recently I’ve been doing more comedy. If you ask which role I'd like to play, I’d like to go back to doing drama. I like playing something intense or a role which involves a chase because I feel it'll challenge me.Who is your acting idol whom you look up to as role model?
Off : I admire this guy, Gun Atthaphan. I think he’s a talented actor and does his job well.
Gun : I'd always say P'Noon Siraphun Wattanajinda and P'Ananda Everingham. I like these two so much because they're talented and quality actors.What is your memorable moment working in the entertainment industry?
Off : It's memorable that I've been working in the entertainment industry for 10 years now. It’s a really happy occasion for me.
Gun : When I was a child, I never thought I’d have my own concert. But after entering the industry, I did have my own. My first concert was the Off-Gun fan meeting, and it was a truly memorable moment for me.

Tatler

September 2024

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Off-Gun Asia's Most Stylish 2024 : Take a look at the duo's fashion style and growth in the entertainment industry

Off-Gun, two actors with compatible chemistry who have several projects together - from series, songs, to concerts

If we count the pair's series from the first time they met in Senior Secret Love: Puppy Honey until their currently airing series, The Trainee, Off Jumpol Adulkittiporn and Gun Atthaphan Phunsawat's journey in the entertainment industry has been 8 years already.Off told Tatler, "We didn't dream of becoming this famous, but once we gained recognition, we had to maintain it as best as we could and that is more difficult."Every time they accept new roles, both of them say they'll try their best and maintain the same standards. This is probably the reason why Off-Gun have loyal fans while their series is always popular.Aside from this, the pair's dressing styles are different, but blend well when they're together. Thus they were chosen to be one among Tatler's Asia's Most Stylish 2024. This time we had an opportunity to chat with the pair about their dressing styles, fashion interests, and lessons they've learned all throughout their 8 years in the entertainment industry.

How are Off-Gun's dressing styles like?
Off : I would look at which first piece I feel like wearing today then I will keep finding other pieces to mix and match with it. For example, today I want to wear this shirt, I'd look for pants and shoes which would go well with it. Tomorrow I might wear a cap, then I'd look for an outfit which could match the cap. I can go with any style, whether it's brand name, vintage, second-hand, or self-made. Anything is possible.

Gun : Personally, I dress according to what I like and what I'm confident in. If I'm confident in it, I'll choose to wear it. I don't have a fixed style which I must follow. For example, if at that time I like low-waisted pants, fitted shirts, tank tops, shorts, or if there's a new item I've just bought, I would try to match them with stuff I have at home. Another thing is I like colors. I have lots of colorful clothes. I don't really play safe wearing white, black, grey much. I'd like it even more if the clothes have lots of patterns. I think I'm someone who has quite some fun with dressing up.

What kind of person do you think has a good sense of style?
Off : For me, dressing style depends on the person's inner which is full of confidence. If you dress well, but your inner isn't good, people would be confused. If you dress casually but have confidence, even if someone criticizes you, you wouldn't care because you were already confident going out of your home like that.As for the person whose style I like, it would be Pharrell Williams. I feel that Pharrell is a very talented person. I've been listening to his songs since I was young. He's a singer, designer, and now he works with Louis Vuitton as the Men's Creative Director, and he has also worked with Adidas and Chanel. He's amazing.Gun : Personally, I don't have an idol I follow that much, but I like to follow Westerners who dress well, both men and women. I like to browse. If I like a look, I'll save it as inspiration for my own dressing style.For me, I think dressing up is a stress reliever. If one day I'm at home and feel stressed, I would take some clothes I have and wear them. I think choosing an outfit or looking for items to match with each other is a way for me to relieve stress.

You've been in the entertainment industry for 8 years until present. What changes in the industry have you noticed?
Off : It has changed a lot. For example, in the past, things weren't this accessible. I think everything is very accessible now including opportunities in the entertainment industry. In the era I grew up in, the internet connection was still dial-up. But in this era, if the internet signal is slow, shortly there'll be a hashtag going up on Twitter saying 'internet down'. There are both advantages and disadvantages. An advantage is that everything is accessible and information is easy to obtain. But before, we had to learn things by ourselves. This might have made people from the previous generation more tolerant than people from this generation.Gun : I can feel that the industry has changed. Now the entertainment industry is more diverse and open. People are able to consume many types of work which is a great thing. And now I feel that the content of the Thai entertainment industry has expanded further, or there is more of what we call soft power, which makes foreigners know about the industry more.Apart from changes in the entertainment industry, do you, Off-Gun, think you've changed and in what way?
Off : I've changed. I'm more mature now. When I first started working around 10 years ago, I was hot-tempered and not quite calm. But now as time has passed, I've become calmer and know how to plan my life better because being in this industry, being a celebrity, an artist, isn't something that will last forever. Thus I plan my life according to what seniors have suggested such as saving money and being thrifty because I've heard seniors give reminders to save money while we're still able to work in the industry and I didn't want to miss that chance.Gun : If I were to say I haven't changed, that wouldn't be right because if I were to compare going to filming sets when I was a kid, I felt that I was just there to play and have fun with friends. But as I continue to stay in the industry, I felt that I've matured. I don't come to have fun anymore. Every time I see my own project come out, I feel that this is a piece of work I've been doing all along. Acting is a job I love and I intend to do my best in every job.

What are some lessons from working in the entertainment industry which made you better people?
Off : I've learned a lot from seniors in the entertainment industry. If seniors warn us, that means they love us. We must take their reminders and adjust because we're not good at everything. Therefore, we must not be too confident that we're talented. We have different strengths and weaknesses. I also try to adjust so that people would love me better.An example of an advice from seniors was to behave well. I think behaving well is important because in our work, we must make people love us, remember us, and talk about us positively. On the other hand, if we don't do our job well, come in late, and behave terribly, the outcome will reflect that because people probably won't speak positively about us.Gun : I think the entertainment industry has taught me several things. First, it made me very punctual. If there’s nothing really necessary, I won't be late. Second the entertainment industry allowed me to meet several people and talk with a variety of individuals. In the past, if we weren't very close, I wouldn't dare approach people. Now I'm more courageous. Additionally, it has taught me to conquer my own mind every day and continuously improve myself because as I've mentioned, nowadays, anyone can join the entertainment industry, so I have to keep honing my skills in order to stay here for a long time.How do you see yourself as an actor 5 years from now?
Off : Oh, 5 years from now? I wish I'd still have fans and that's enough. It's been such a long time for us Off-Gun who have starred in our first series 8 years ago and had our fandom for about 7 years. If I look 5 years ahead, that would make it 12 years. Just thinking about fans being with Off-Gun for that long is truly amazing.Gun : I think I’ll keep working here as long as there are still kind execs and fans who adore me. Honestly, I haven’t really thought about what I would do if I weren’t an actor because I feel like this is the job I like. But if I were to look for something else I’d like to do, since I love fashion, I might start a clothing brand that’s easy to buy and wear.Since entering the entertainment industry, what has impressed you the most?
Off : I think it’s the fans who have impressed me the most. Firstly, I’m impressed with myself for having fans who support me, and I’m also impressed by the fans who follow and admire me. I try my best to maintain what we have.Gun : I’m impressed by everything. I always say that, honestly, if I hadn’t started working in entertainment since I was young, I can’t imagine what I’d be doing now because acting is the job I feel is right for me and I like it a lot. Another part of why I’m here today is because of the fans, all Babiis, who have always supported and cheered me on.

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August 2024

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The Trainee and Off-Gun's 9 Years of Growth

Things are heating up with the love between Jane and Ryan, along with the mischievous and heartbreaking stories of the intern gang in The Trainee series. Today, the SUM UP team got the chance to invite P'Jane and Ryan, played by Off Jumpol and Gun Atthaphan, for a chat about the series, their experiences on set, how they're The Best Partner whom have lasted for 8 years, and their messages and heartfelt thanks to Babiis who have stayed by their side...without change.

The Trainee has trended 1st with the roles P'Jane and Ryan

Off : I'm so happy that everyone gave it a good response, not just the fans, but several people who like watching series said that they like it, the cinematography is nice, the script is good, the characters are distinct. In the series, I play as P'Jane, an assistant director who has to work with the interns. P'Jane is hardworking, and wanted to have a skilled intern. When he joined without knowledge in production work, I felt that this cannot be, I need to teach him how to be able to work as fast as possible. But P'Jane's teaching method isn't to teach while talking nicely, but talking in a way that would make him push himself up so I had to be a bit strict. (turns around to smile at person sitting beside him)

Gun : When we found out it was trending, we were so happy and proud. All cast and crew on set have worked very hard for this series. As for the character Ryan, he's a calm and dazed guy who doesn't know what he wants to intern in, but somehow Ryan gets to do internship at a production house in which he doesn't have any knowledge on. I think Ryan and I are similar in some ways.We then asked Off what are his similarities and differences with P'Jane.Off : I'm probably more playful and fun, right? (smiles) I myself am not that strict, but P'Jane is more strict and the voice he uses is deep and low. That's why P'Jane and I are different shades.

Stories on set

Off : I think the fun part of this series is the cast who've come to act together. There's me, Gun, Sea, Poon, View, Piploy, Kapook, P'Pam, P'Ae, and P'Bobby; around 10 of us. Each cast member was great. I feel that the interns were so much fun because they were together a lot so once we were filming, it was fun. During lunch breaks on set, we'd sit down to eat and chat which made the series filming feel like we didn't come to work, but more like we came to meet our friends.

Gun : The atmosphere on set is probably brought about by us staying together a lot. During breaks, we'd talk about this and that. The happiness during filming might be because of each person's distinct character. View's is the talented one, Poon's is one with a lot of energy. Mine is the calm, goofy type, who doesn't really know anything. When we're in the same scene, we see our friends and want to have fun with them.

Impressive scenes

Off : The rain scene where we were under the umbrella and I was holding the cookie jar. We could only film it within two takes because we had to get wet. When the footage came out in EP.6, it was really good. I liked that scene.Gun : I liked the scene when we were doing the commercial shoot in EP.8. I like wearing shoes to set and my shoelaces often come undone so he bought me new shoes and I was impressed by P'Jane.

Roles we haven't played and want to

Off : He just thought of what he wanted to play as today.Gun : I want to play in a role which has Sawan Biang (Wretched Heaven) vibes.Off : Action, drama, abduction and such (Off turned to helped us ask.)Gun : I want to play something like that.Then how about you, Off? We asked next.Off : Suspense/crime investigation genre would be nice because I enjoy watching series or movies in that genre like James Bond. Although maybe not to that extent, it could be more about investigating various cases, or something heavy and dramatic like 'Why must they experience this?' or something with a lot of plot twists.

The two of us have no definition, but we're each other's comfort

Off : We live our lives as ourselves. He is himself, I am myself, and we don't have to force ourselves. If there are any issues, we say it directly that's why we're able to stay together for a long time. We've been working together for 9 years now and we're together almost everyday. We work together and hardly ever fight. It's not easy for everyone. This is another thing I'm very surprised about.Gun : I feel Papii is someone I can work comfortably with, I can share stuff with, and talk to about anything. I know how he's like and he knows how I am that's why we've been together this long.

Off : Another important thing is respect for each other. I think respecting each other and knowing one's duties like who should do what and how, is like something we don't have to talk about at all. We work together and don't have to make arrangements like 'Today, we'll do this and this and this'. Once the time comes, everything comes automatically. When he speaks, I listen. When he goes blank or quiet, I add in without him having to tell me. I turn to look at him when I can't think of anything. Once I look at him, he's able to say it for me. It's something we share.Do you have any worries about each other? We asked further.Off : I've talked about work and saving money since our first years and he's gotten better at it now. The both of us have matured and he knows there are things he must take responsibility for. This is another thing that I feel is another step forward in his life.Gun : There's nothing to worry about. He knows more than I do and he's better than me. If there's any, it'll be about rest because he likes to sleep late, watch football and sports late at night.

It is our goodwill and desire to improve in order for us to move forward together.

Gun : What's impressive about us two has to do with helping each other with work. Because whether we're nervous or faced by whatever situation, we always support and help each other.

Off : We don't express it much, we don't hug every day, but we feel the goodwill we have for each other and we try to go forward together. We want to improve ourselves to go forward together. It's such a nice thing. He helps me in many ways, I help him in many ways. It's like we rely on each other. We don't have anything to hide from each other and we don't fight. If there are issues or things we dislike, we say it directly. We tell each other the truth. It's something that's very realistic. We are able to move forward together with trust in each other and this feeling works very well for us.Gun : There was an incident long ago and the two of us each had things we disliked. It's normal for people who are together everyday to have some sulking and anger.

Off : So we told each other what we disliked.Gun : And after that, we didn't have any more misunderstandings.Off : The last time we were sulking at each other was probably 7 or 8 years ago. It's been a long time.

When faced with difficult life situations, how do we handle those feelings?

Off : No matter how stressful the situation is, I'd sleep on it because I feel that there'd always be tomorrow in life. Everything can be fixed and has a solution. Otherwise, how would people older than us get through today? They'd get through the fact that when we wake up tomorrow, it is a new day. We'd have to face new things anyway so I don't let myself get stressed out much. Another thing is that I am a person who makes plans for my life and work so whenever I encounter a situation, I can fix anything.Gun : I don't like putting myself in very stressful situations. I think the same as Papii. No matter what difficulty we encounter, we have to solve it anyway. We must prepare ourselves. Difficult situations will pass.

We often relate songs with people.

We asked both of them that if they were to think of a song with the other person in it, which song would come to mind when they think of each other?Gun : Which song is Papii's? (thinking) There's one song in my head right now, the song I've listened to recently. No, I'd rather not say. (shy)Off : Tell us. You can say it. What song do you want to listen to?Gun : There's only one song in my head, it goes like this, 'I want to see you everyday. I want to doo doo doo doo...' I can't remember the song title. I played it just today.At this point, everyone in the studio got their phones and searched for the song that Gun was talking about. And we found that song, which was “Happiness” by Bearhouse feat. Whatcharawalee.“…I want to see you every day because I miss you every day. I want to stop time right there. That wonderful moment, that moment when we were close to each other. Do you know that made me so happy?”

Off : For me, it's the song "Love Training". He sang it. It's his first solo song too. I feel he did such a great job in it. It's the series OST too so I feel it matches him and it can be listened to every single day.

LOVE TRAINING OST. The Trainee By Gun Atthaphan

Off-Gun's love which has matured

Off : When we were young, we probably had ideal types like we wanted a person like this and that. As we grow up, those ideals keep getting reduced until we don't need them anymore. We talk, understand each other, and look at whether our personalities are compatible and our attitudes are similar. If our personalities are the same, but our attitudes aren't, it won't work out. In the end, we must click together.Gun : Love? I'm not focused on that yet because I am focusing on work. (smiles) If it's about love, I think what Papii said is true. People talk and click. Or with first impressions, we still might not know how they're like because we only look at their external appearance and think this is my ideal type. But people who would be together and love each other must talk and understand each other. They must stay together and support each other and lead each other in a better direction. I think understanding is the most important thing that will make people stay together for a long time.Off : If you asked us this question 7-8 years ago, our answers wouldn't have been like this. We would have answered it in another way.

What was impressive for Off-Gun in their 8 years with Babii

Off : First of all, Babii is a fandom which has been most admired. I think they're very lovely people. They support us fully and root for us in everything. We've been together for 8 years which is very long. The good thing is that we can talk to them directly and we can be ourselves without having to fake it ever since. It makes us feel that we get along well with them and they listens to us. We have been together for 7-8 years and we feel that they still encourage us every single day. It's such a great thing.

Gun : We and Babiis have been together for 7-8 years now and I am impressed by everything they do. For 7-8 years, I think they're people we're very close to and they must understand us in all aspects. They supports us in everything and love us two for who we are. No matter what project or activity, they always go all out. They're so lovely with us two. When we go to events, they'll cheer for us, they'll send messages, 'We're waiting to see OffGun na. Rooting for you two. Keep fighting na~'. I'm very thankful. They're part of the reason behind our success and the front when we go on various events.To be honest, if Babii disappears, if any one disappears, we'd feel lost as we've known one another for 8 years. It's like we've bonded for 8 years.

Things we want to tell Babii

Off : First of all, please take care of your health, everyone. You don't have to skip work to watch or follow us. Just do as you can handle or don't force yourself to the point you fail in your duties because everyone must first do their own duties to the best of their abilities before we're able to support others. I'm also trying to do my duties well and I'll keep improving myself. We must move forward together and keep supporting one another. Thank you so much for being with us this long and we're so happy to have Babii by our side.Gun : Thank you so much, Babiis, for having so much love, positive energy, everything. No matter how stressed Papii and I are or no matter what problems come up, Babii always supports us. I wish all Babiis to have lots of happiness, good health, and I'd like you stay like this forever. The two of us will improve ourselves and find things that will make Babiis excited and be able to follow us two.

Stay tuned to The Trainee series on GMM25, every Sunday 8:30PM and watch the rerun on Viu at 10:30PM. Let's cheer for and root for the love between P'Jane and Ryan in the last 3 EPs.

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June 2024

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Interview (translation by @atino29)

Tatler

May 2024

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Get to know the actor Gun Atthaphan Phunsawat

Information Overview
Nickname 'Gun'
Born Oct 4, 1993
He's an actor and host under GMMTV. He's currently studying at the Faculty of Political Science while delivery a lot of outstanding performances.(T/N: I remember they mentioned he has graduated in 2019 / 2020, but didn't attend the ceremony; this is probably information from Wiki which isn't updated)

Work since Childhood
He has produced a lot of work in the entertainment industry since he was young, starting with modeling 'The Boy Model Competition' (2003) and the noteworthy work of Gun's childhood, lakorn 'Gomin' (2004) in which he starred as the young male lead.

Noteworthy Work
He starred in romcom series 'Senior Secret Love' (2016) and 'Theory of Love' (2019) with 'Off-Jumpol'. They became a popular ship and received several awards such as LINE TV Awards and Maya Awards.

Other Interesting Work
Aside from acting, Gun has his own clothing brand 'GENTE' and skin vitamins 'Gun's Shine Glow Gun'. He's also the co-owner of the cutest clothing brand 'Too Cute To Be Cool'.

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April 2024

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WHAT’S ON MY PLAYLIST

Check out actor Off Jumpol's 5 favorite songs on his playlist

Favorite song column What's On My Playlist returns with 5 favorite songs on the playlist of handsome and good-natured actor Off Jumpol, who stopped by to talk with us about songs he listens to and songs which resonates with his mood most during these times. Let me tell you, there are songs which are super popular right now, but there are also classic songs which many people hold dear. If you're ready, come listen along!

ลูกคุณหนู (Young Miss) – MEYOU ft. PUN

Why: “I like this song krub because the comparison is like if one is an ordinary person, would they have the right to love a young miss/master, the child of a rich family? And it seemed like an interesting perspective. If it were me and I liked the child of some business owner, would I dare love them? Something like that. It's cute krub.”

เพียงชายคนนี้ (ไม่ใช่ผู้วิเศษ) Just a Man (Not a Magician) – Petch Osatanukpoh

Why: “The reason I like this song is because I've liked this since I was young krub. It's also like the first song I've listened to in my life because my dad played it for me. And I feel that this song... in comparison, would it be too sad? My dad has just passed away so I thought 'What song did I listen to with him again?' That's why I went back to listening to this krub.”

ซ่อน (ไม่) หา Ghost – Jeff Satur

Why: “Jeff is a talented guy krub. He sings well and this song is very beautiful. It's great. I like it!”

คนมีตังค์ Rich People – bodyslam

Why: “ ‘Having money is so nice’ (singing) It's relevant to my life right now krub (laughs)”

นายแน่มาก Heartless – Mirr

Why: “ ‘You're really good at doing this, I want to give you a big applause!’ (singing) The mood is quite sarcastic krub. Like you're so great that you dared deceived me, something like that. It's a song that has another perspective which I probably couldn't have thought of. ”

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June 2023

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Off and Running

A Talk with the Series Industry Top Dog and Man Who Had Fun with His Roles in the Past 10 Years

Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn, a young actor loyal to a popular company in Asoke area, responded effortlessly in a relaxed manner, "I only had 1 rest day this month". He was currently sitting with his eyes closed as the makeup artist carefully went over his skin, which had more than 30 years of experience.

If we were to speak frankly, male readers of L'Officiel Hommes magazine might not really be that familiar with his Y (BL) series work because at a glance, you would immediately know that the fanclub supporters and driving force behind the Y industry are mostly women or 'Y girls' as we usually refer to them. The Y series that Off Jumpol has starred in can be considered as first generation in Thailand or we can even say that he is one of the pioneers in this industry. "Even though we're having this talk now, I've been in the industry for 10 years already. It has gone by fast too." Off took us back to the time when he played a small supporting role in the 'Hormones The Series' which was first released in 2013.

"Before, I used to think that people aged 32 were considered old, but when I myself reached that age, I honestly didn't feel that old and I didn't want to appear old because I'm still working in this industry. But one noticeable change was that I became someone who was respected by others. Everyone felt that I was a lot older, but I really feel that I'm not so old. For people in this generation, 32 is just a number. I'm working in this industry, I still meet teens or juniors aged 18-20 and I could still be friends with them."

"Over the past 10 years, I've been trying to improve myself continuously. I would ask for homework from elders and directors whom I've met in many series to understand where I lacked and where I'm not good at. And I've been trying to keep pushing myself forward. I don't want my 32 to be similar to the same day as I joined the industry, I always want to do a better job." In the past, Off has worked in several fields. He started out as a music program host before rising to fame in the acting industry.
"I haven't starred in a movie before. Honestly, there were several scripts sent to me, but I still can't resonate with them. I want to star in something I'm interested in." Off answered the thing that we were curious about – why he has never played in a movie though it was unlikely that the opportunity was difficult to reach or that Y series has become his safe zone. "It's not my safe zone. I have my own goal of starring in a comedy film, but most opportunities that come are serious dramas. I didn't want to act in much serious films. I'm afraid I won't be able to do it in the beginning. I want to do what I feel I can do and what I believe would come out well first."“There wasn't an acting performance where I was disappointed in myself because I work hard in doing everything. Though at first I may not be talented and still don't know where the angle shots were. I was still new and when I look back at some of my work, I also find it funny that I played it out like that.”
He's one of the few new generation celebrities who can answer questions instantly without having to think much. It's as if he had already prepared answers in advance. It might be because he has reached his 30s that he seemed confident in both his voice and gaze. But it is a modest and sincere confidence, and he is able to articulate his own thoughts to a point where he is understood. "But there are some projects I'd still like to talk about, which is 'Not Me (2021)'. It's another series I got to act in with Gun Atthaphan and the director was P'Nuchy - Anucha Boonyawatana. She is the president of the Thai Film Director Association and she taught me a lot of things while we were working. I feel like I got so many things from Not Me – how to be my character, understanding my character – and I could use this technique in several other projects." Once again, in case anyone hasn't found the opportunity to watch this series or is not familiar with the Y industry, 'Not Me' might be one of the few (or might even be the only) Y series that genuinely explores the diversity of sexuality. In the past, intimate relationships between men were often categorized as, if not gay films, then LGBTQ+ series or whatsoever. In fact, gender is fluid, and it should not be confined to a single label. However, the attempt to avoid arguments or confronting questions (or sometimes refusal to fight) can also become a double-edged sword for Y series actors. Of course, you may start exploring Off's works from this series.

Although 10 years in the present world may not seem like a long time, it is long enough for Off to see the truth from the renowned high-rise building in Asoke which is known for its extreme diversity. There are famous actors who rise and fall or are on the verge of fame, and as entertainment enthusiasts, we also don't know until when Off would make a living with Y series. The difficulty lies in how well the context and the 'non-child' nature of characters will resonate with people. If not, Off may have to modify his image once again to fit into the conventional protagonist-heroine framework, and it's uncertain how well he can do that. "But I enjoy doing something new." Off turned to talk more seriously after answering questions without looking at each other for a while as he was getting his makeup done.

“I really started working in fashion two years ago during the COVID period. At that time I cut my hair short because of Not Me. After that, so many fashion-related work came in. I've always liked dressing up and when I got fashion jobs, I enjoyed it because I get to work on something I like. I don't know where they found me to use for these jobs (laughs). People might think that I changed my look so I can use it for the field of fashion. Once I started getting opportunities in this field, I ended up working with almost every brand. It's a field that I never thought I'd be able to do."

From the numerous onscreen work we've seen, several people probably would like to know what the other side of him looks like when he's alone. We tried asking him his favorite book, movie, or museum, but it seems that Off does not have this information. Maybe it's because he's so busy that he doesn't have time to pay attention or it was not his interest in the first place. What we found out from Off is that he really likes Anne Hathaway since watching 'The Princess Diaries' as a child. He said Anne is a very talented yet chill actress. She's humble though she's a world-class star. Off then looks up at Anne as a role model on how to spend life in which celebrities can live normally and must not forget where they grew up. He scrolls IG to look at this and that from his condo after he finishes work and before he goes to bed. It's a very short time that he has for himself. "10 years from now, I'll be 42 years old. At that time I guess I'll be close to retirement because I plan to retire at around age 45. I'd take as much work as I can in the entertainment industry. If there are still people who follow me, I'm ready to stay. I should know until when I'd stay. Assuming I don't survive in this industry, I'll do Youtube or business. I already like handling business. Right now, my main job is working in the industry, but maybe not in the future. Maybe it'll be my secondary job." He reviewed his life and led us to look into the future together. Off looked less confused than we thought. It felt comfortable talking to him like we were on the same page. This might be the secret that made him survive the competitive industry to this day.

"I want to go back to hosting because I was an MC before I started to act in series - I had always been a Five Live Fresh MC. People may have forgotten that I was an MC so I want to preserve my image as an MC. It's a job I'm very happy with because I can be myself. I also like behind-the-camera work. I'd like to be a series or an advertisement director. I'd like to try and see if I can do it well because I graduated Communication Arts. I want to do work that is fun. Nowadays, going out to work is tiring yet fun. I am able to meet my friends every day. If I'm having fun, I'd do it first. Even on days when it's not fun, I go back and find time to talk to myself again.”

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February 2023

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L'Officiel Cool Guy with Off-Gun

Off-Jumpol and Gun-Atthaphan, two of the hottest actors with cool and cute looks to welcome the new year from the hippest The Year of Rabbit collection of MLBIt's probably unnecessary to describe the perfect chemistry on and off-screen of the hottest pair of actors like Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn and Gun-Atthaphan Phunsawat, two actors from GMMTV, whom several Babiis have fallen for. It's been a long 7 years since Senior Secret Love: Puppy Honey until Theory of Love and Not Me, in which they've both acted in together.On this occasion, the two of them did a fashion shoot with the coolest street fashion brand MLB and cute rabbits that match with the very special collection, The Year of Rabbit. "I've never taken pictures with rabbits before," said Gun, with an affirming sound from Off. We then invited both of them today to update their life stories a bit - from their acting career path, style and goals they wanted to achieve.

What are your current projects?
Off: I'm currently filming The Jungle. As for Cooking Crush series, in which I am paired with Gun once again, we'd probably film by the middle of the year.
Gun: As for me, I'm currently filming Home School and Midnight Museum.If we ask the two of you to look back and remember the time you joined the industry, we'd like to know if your happiness then and now are very different.
Off: It's probably more on the expectation. When I was still young, there wasn't really a lot of people who knew me. The expectations others had for me wasn't a lot yet, but as I grew up, I try to be more responsible for everything. People knew me and expected more from me.
Gun: Mine is probably the same because I like acting. Right now I'm still able to act, which is something I like. It might be like Papii's sharing that people knew me and had expectations for me. But my happiness of being able to work in the entertainment industry is still the same.If we count from Senior Secret Love: Puppy Honey to Theory of Love and Not Me which you've starred in together, 7 years have passed. What good changes did you feel happened to the other person?
Gun: It's probably about growing up. We're more matured and think things more carefully.
Off: It goes with our age. We know what we should and shouldn't do, which work is serious, which work we could do. We know each other better and we're closer to each other.Do you still have the same excitement in working?
Off: We do have them in every work. It's still the same - which is great because if we lose excitement, our work won't be fun.

As an actor, what do you think are your own strengths?
Gun: Uhm...I don't know my own strengths.
Off: Let me say it for him. He is gifted in acting. He's been an actor since he was a kid. He's great by himself too, and he made everyone believe that he was really that character. He's a talented actor. I think that is his strength.
Gun: As for Papii, he wasn't an actor in the beginning but he makes an effort and he always challenges himself. It's as if he was able to cross some kind of barrier/wall. Before he might have questioned why he was doing it when it's not like him or whether it would turn out funny, but today, he's able to do it well.

What roles have you played that made you feel you've grown up or caused changes in your being?
Off: For me, it's the role Sean in Not Me series. P'Nuchy, the director, is the person who pushed me on. She is someone who knows what is needed and delivers it well. I myself absorb things from working with her. Anything that still doesn't please her, she will explain what I must do. That has made me improve so much in acting.
Gun: For me, I've starred in several series because I've been acting since I was a kid so I gradually improved through each project. I've met several directors who've helped continuously train me. I like all projects I've done in the past because each one I've done is what I've chosen.As an actor, what role was challenging or what would you like to try again?
Off: I want to play as a spy. I want to be cool, calm and wear a suit like (James) Bond.
Gun: Since I joined GMM, I've starred in several projects. A challenging role? I can't think of which role it must be because I've done comedy, I've played as twins. Now if there's anything incoming and it's interesting, I'll do it.If we ask you to review your own past acting career path...
Off: I think it's difficult because I started as a host/MC. It might have affected things in my acting. For example, when someone is talking to me, I nod - which isn't something I should do when acting. I had to adjust a lot because I didn't intend to be an actor in the first place so it's very difficult for someone unfamiliar with it. As for now, it's getting better. I always try to improve and I don't want to be stagnant.
Gun: For me, there were difficulties. Before, I had to run to castings. Sometimes I don't get the role. I used to be an extra just walking past the camera and now it's gradually building up.

Let's talk about fashion because you're quite well-known for your dressing style and sense so we'd like to know what is fashion in both of your point of views.
Gun: I can't explain it either. I just know I like to dress up. I like to choose and look for things that suits me, new things that I haven't tried yet. I'm confident in whatever I wear. It's a matter of preference.
Off: I'm the same. The outfits I wear each day is like my uniform. Teachers have uniforms, nurses have uniforms. But I'm an artist who might not have a constant clothing style so I try to look for things that look good on me and look for things I like. I have to dress up every day as it shows my character. I don't want others to look at me badly. I try to dress well and in what suits me most.
Gun: I think about what I'd wear for whenever I leave our house. I like try them on first at midnight because I'm scared I can't think of anything in the morning. I like trying on clothes especially when I get brand new stuff.

Do the two of you have a fixed style?
Gun: None at all. I keep changing mine.
Off: Before, Gun was popular for oversized clothes. Now, it's fitted clothes. As for me, you might have seen me wearing Hawaiian shirts before but now not so much. I like it and I still buy and collect them, but I don't pick them up and wear them as often.Do you have your style icons?
Off: Most of them are foreign artists like Harry Styles, Kendall Jenner. I look for inspiration - it might not be the exact items they're wearing but the brand they're wearing.Which brand would you like the other person to try?
Off: I think the two of us have tried them all - whether it's oversized or small tops, hats like this and that. Masks, we have bought them. Extraordinary accessories, we have them.
Gun: If it's something other than clothes? Hair style is difficult to change and we probably have to grow our hair out first (laughs)
Off: I want to see Gun try having curly/wavy hair to make him even softer.
Gun: Ok, I'll try curling it but I'm afraid it would recede more. As for Papii, he should probably try changing his figure. He will get sexier.
Off: I'm trying to build up. I've been saying it for years and haven't been able to do it.Until this moment, what have you been most proud of?
Off: I'm proud of being able to take care of myself. I'm so proud of not making it difficult for others. I'm not anyone's burden nor did I harm others.
Gun: I'm the same. And I never thought I'd reach this point. I'm able to take care of my sister. I'm so proud. My only burden is myself (laughs) because I have a lot of things that I want.Would you be able to get rid of this desire?
Off: You could, by buying. It will relieve you (laughs)What is your notion of living?
Off: I don't have any specific notion but I'm someone who plans my life reasonably. I'd look at my goals and try to reach them. Even just 50%, I'm already very satisfied.
Gun: As for me, I don't make plans. I'm someone who lives life continuously.
Off: For Gun, I can say that he spends life with happiness. He doesn't want to be bothered with stress.

Aside from work, what good things happened to you in the past?
Off: I have a place now, everyone. Next year, I'm preparing for my house build.
Gun: Oh, I don't have any. I only worked the past year.
Off: Your van.
Gun: But I got it because of work.Something you're trying to keep for the rest of your life
Off: Family. They're irreplaceable. And I'm very sensitive when it comes to family.
Gun: It's the same for me.What coolness do you see in the other person?
Off: For Gun, just him being like this. He looks after himself well, dresses up well, and always looks good.
Gun: (shakes his head) I'm confused. I don't know if I'm cool, but Papii is very cool. He has the demeanor and the coolness.
Off: Well, my company name is KonKidCool (shows a proud face)...Honestly, I might have been mischievous before and then gained lots of life experiences. When I talk to my colleagues, they somewhat believe me. I don't know if it's because of coolness or not.What would you like to accomplish this year?
Off: Groundbreaking ceremony (T/N: for his house)
Gun: More self-restraint. In last year's interview, I said I wanted to save money. This year, I'd better change it to restraining myself from shopping.

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April 2022

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Vermillion x Land of Something

"Off - Toptap - Oab" launched a special collaboration combining 2 universes in the Vermillion x Land of Something Across the Universe collectionAfter having opened a clothing brand business for a while, it was time to bring street fashion together from two brands — 'Land of Something', brand of 'Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn' and 'Vermillion Clothing' brand of 'Toptap-Napat Chokejindachai' and 'Oab-Oabnithi Wiwattanawarang' — in a cute collaboration showing their uniqueness through Vermillion x Land of Something “Across the Universe”. This clearly indicates the union of the universes of the two brands.The collaboration of these two brands was opened to fans. They could go in and choose products by themselves, including clothes, bags, necklaces, and key rings at the Pop-Up Store, Atrium 2, Siam Center. The bright colors and cute characters guarantees that whoever is walking past would definitely be attracted to this special collection. This pop-up will be held from today until April 24 only.NYLON had the opportunity to talk with Off-Toptap-Oab, the three brand owners, to describe the special collection and how it has been working together this time.What was the starting point of this collaboration?
Oab: Well, Vermillion actually has collaborated with actors whether it was Gun and then JJ so this time, we were looking for another person we'd like to work with. We felt that, 'Oh, P'Off has a clothing brand too.' And P'Off is an elder that we have known for a very long time now and I seriously wanted us to try to working together, so we reached out to him.
Toptap: When I thought about inviting a person for a collaboration, I felt like I'd like it to be someone to close to us. I didn't want it to be a stranger at all because that might make it difficult to work together.
Off: So you looked at who would be easiest to trick/deceive.
Toptap: Yes (laughs). It's like we invited him as there's less chance to be rejected. We were thinking then P'Off's name came up so we reached out to P'Off. P'Off replied very quickly and said 'let's do it', so that was our starting point.Where did the concept of this collection come from?
Toptap: We didn't get to Across the Universe right away. We had many ideas and agreed on this concept because P'Off likes anything galaxy. When we thought of galaxy, we then had an idea of varieties of peculiar beings, for example, aliens, Nong Saturn, all kinds of stars, UFO.
Off: Satellite dish. Oh, I sounded so outdated saying that (laughs).
Toptap: As P'Off liked galaxy, we then talked then we were like 'If that's the case, let's make universes cross. Should we cross universes?' Two brands, two companies that fans of each brand probably never thought would work together.
Off: We've kept it as a secret for a long time and just informed fans last week. We only had 10 days to get them excited and I felt the response from day 1 to day 10 was getting continuously better.
Toptap: I took one (Instagram) story as we discussed work. A lot of people could guess but probably weren't sure yet. I think I was good at taking pictures. The shirt didn't show. Things we'd sell didn't show at all.
Oab: For a long time, we usually drop spoilers.How was it like working together for the first time? What were some problems you encountered?
Off: There was, there was because any of our opinions may not match 100%. We had to discuss how many, who would do this and that and assign tasks. Lastly, the assignment shouldn't interfere with each of our work and make everything work out for us not to have any problems.
Toptap: There were some. Between the two brands, not really, but if it's within our brand, there should be some. Because like me, I used to make mistakes in communication. I received a message from P'Off and interpreted it another way and causing an error to happen. So I was scolded by Nong Oab on Line which I think was good because among those I've worked with in the past, only a few people would dare tell me. Oab was one of those. He'd tell me 'Phi. Phi, you made a mistake again. If you made this mistake, what would you do?' That made me desire change, improve myself. In addition to the brand growing up, people working on it grew up too because we contacted the venue and factory by ourselves.
Off: We were doing an event. At first I thought it would be easy, but when we were actually doing it, it was like 'Hoh, there's so many steps'. There's production of goods, event design, concept making, song selection, color selection, what mascot to use, or how to make the event not dull.
Oab: We finally understood how event organizers are like.
Off: Don't go scolding them later on. Humans can make mistakes.
Toptap: And unexpected things happen all the time. For instance, when I arrive at work and suddenly there's a problem. As soon as I thought 'Yeah, I'd be able to rest for a day.' Oh! The shirts wouldn't arrive on time again. It merely arrived in the opening.
Oab: But we felt that it was an important lesson for us because it allowed us to fix the problems immediately and think of what do we have to do next. After doing this work, we should...
Toptap: Be able to do anything.
Off: And we'd probably be more reserved.What was the most fun part of doing this collaboration?
Toptap: The event is the most fun. Everyday is fun, but then we were restless as we didn't know what would happen.
Off: Well, everyday is stressful.
Oab: At first I thought I could rest at home during Songkran (laughs).
Toptap: The event day is the most fun.
Oab: Actually, this Pop-Up store is open until Sunday, April 24, but we'd also open pre-orders. We arranged this event as we'd like people to come join and see how determined we are. But for fans in other provinces and countries, we'll open a pre-order round for you as well.
Off: After April 24, we'd open pre-orders until the end of the month.
Toptap: Because we understand that it's not convenient for some to come to the event, so we'll open pre-orders.May you please talk about this Across the Universe collaboration?
Oab: Anyway, please support Vermillion x Land of Something 'Across the Universe' collection. We started as a small brand, but on the day we actually made it, we felt that we'd like to do our best. Perhaps in the future, there might be a new small brand launch that would like to do a Pop-Up Store here. Our brand may serve as a good inspiration for others who'd want to do a Start-Up business.
Toptap: I've known P'Off for nearly 10 years and we've never worked together before. And today, we have come to do a clothes collaboration. I feel that P'Off has mature a lot since we were teens. Working together has given me another perspective like P'Off is a person that younger people respect and has his own sense of humor. Despite this collaboration being over, I hope everyone would remain as fans of both brands, Vermillion and Land of Something. Maybe in the future, we'd work together again.
Off: We just had our first collaboration. We had different opinions about what was right, but we talked and quickly found a middle ground. We adjust to one another so that there'd be no problems in the event. We are glad this event happened and it went well. Once in our lifetime, we've done this much.
Toptap: It was a good experience for our first time working together.
Oab: As P'Top said in the beginning, we chose the right person.
Toptap: And we didn't have to look for anyone else because we talked to him first and he agreed.
Off: Yeah, I trust in people easily.
Oab: So easy that we've made it to this event.

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Which body part of yours do you think attracts women the most?Off-Jumpol, actor
I think it's probably my eyes. They're a bit small and look cheeky. I think women might like it and I'm actually a bit mischievous so I think that's what attracts women most.

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February 2019

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Gun Atthaphan Phunsawat

This issue of Connected column is joined by mom's favorite bright young man from the ship #OffGun. He is a young man who was once an extremely cute and adorable little boy that many people have seen in folklore drama, Gomin. As time passed by, Gun Atthaphan Phunsawat has grown up to be a lively young man who remained cute and lovely while his acting skills have improved a lot - guaranteed by his nominations for various awards from several institutions even though his work only comes out sporadically for people to see and follow. But let's get to know him more and get updated with his life right now.How did you begin in the entertainment industry?
I entered the entertainment industry based on my own idea. When I was young, I once told my mother I wanted to be on TV so my mom took me to some castings for commercials, acting. I started as an actor who'd walk past in front of the camera for 500 baht a day. Then one day I went for a folklore drama casting and got the lead role in Gomin for the first time. After that, I became more known, I got more opportunities, and had more dramas afterwards.Does that mean you had high confidence since you were a kid?
Since childhood, I am happy and I have fun every time I go on set, act, and play roles as another person. I don't know what inspired me to become an actor, but I never felt shy/embarrassed of wanting to be an actor. I am confident and I enjoy what I do. Whereas with my parents, I tell them to drop me off on set and go back home. They come pick me up after I'm done filming because if both of them were on set, I won't be able to act. I'd get stressed and embarrassed. I don't understand myself either.How was your past acting experience like?
I usually receive roles which are very close to how I am. When I was young, I mostly played in dramas. I had to cry a lot, repress myself, think of something in my head all the time. Back then, I also wondered why I was chosen to play roles like that and I got the answer when I acted in Slice movie. At that time, I asked the director why he chose me to play that role in this movie. The director answered that it's because of the look in my eyes seemed like I'm always thinking of something in my head. Like there's a bit of repression in it. Afterwards, when I grew up, I had the opportunity to sign a contract under GMM Grammy. The first series I was able to act in was Senior Secret Love: Puppy Honey. It was a lively teenage role which was difficult for me then because I was stuck on stressful stories, stuck on always thinking about something in my head. Even though it was a role that wasn't difficult to play, I had to make some adjustments in the beginning.How do you work?
I think that every role that has been assigned to me is challenging because how would I be able to connect to the role? Suppose I play the role of the character named Tam. I have to start doing lots of homework and I must be fully prepared so I can give my best in the role, so I could thoroughly understand Tam, and so I could live up to the role that the staff have entrusted me with. This is the challenge I encounter at work.If you could choose, what kind of role would you like to play?
I want to play the role of a character who looks repressed and always have something in mind because this kind of role allows me to show my acting potential more than any other role. It gives me the opportunity to think and design what I can do with a certain character. If I do it like this, what impact does it have on the character? I like characters that have this edge, this angle. It's fun.What are your plans in the near future?
At present, I still enjoy being an actor. There are still people who support and cheer for me so I do my best in acting. I then still don't have plans in mind to do something bigger than this. But secretly, I sometimes think that I want to do other things I like. For example, I personally like fashion. I like dressing up. I sometimes feel I want to sell clothes, but I probably won't sell like other brands. I just want to make clothes for me to wear and I want to sell these clothes for others to wear too, something like that.Can you talk about your ship #OffGun?
Having a ship made a huge impact on me. When I entered GMM Grammy, I was paired with P'Off Jumpol Adulkittiporn in my first series. It created a great trend and we received great feedback so we then became a ship. Even if there were times the trend dies down, #OffGun fans remain firm and are always supportive of us two. Because we have a strong fanbase, many people got to know us better and paid more attention to us. The executives in the company saw that they wanted to support us on so we were able to receive a variety of opportunities.Can you update us about your work?
The Gifted series just recently finished. Our Skyy series is LineTV's special project that brought together ships from previously released series by GMMTV to make a special comeback episode. I am a host in School Rangers, the online show OffGun Fun Night. And this year, I'll be in Theory of Love and paired with P'Off Jumpol.How do you know Jingjing Warisara Yu?
Jingjing and I have known each other since our childhood. We used to be classmates at an academy that teaches about personality development, singing and dancing lessons. Jingjing is a great dancer since we were kids. Growing up, we went our separate ways and we had not seen each other for several years until we met again in the year I traveled to Korea with my friends. That time, she was also working in Korea. When we met, we talked about all our happiness and suffering as we had known each other before. That is what made us close again until present.

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How do you know Gun Atthaphan?
Gun and I have once starred in a movie together called The Blue Hour which is a competition film. When I first saw Gun's casting tape, I admired his acting skills so much. When we got to work together, we became close and kept in touch. We became close because we dress up similarly. Gun likes to ask me to help find items and clothes . But I can't get on his level at all because he's so good at it. He can find clothing brands on Instagram well. And he likes to ask this and that person to buy it for him. And Gun has his own style. He can match clothing which will suit him well.

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Road to Star

Real Name: Atthaphan Phunsawat
Nickname: Gun
Birthday: October 4, 1993
Siblings: 1 younger sister
Education: Grade 5 Asokevit School
Current dramas: Poot Pitsawat, Gomin
Past work: Competed in The Boy Model Studio contest, got 1st place
Still ads: Orange (mobile network), Dreamworld
Drama series: Fai Nai Wayu
Guide into the industry: Methee Amornwootikul
Actors you admire: P'Aum Patcharapa, P'Nune Woranut
Hero: In my heart, dad, grandma and grandpa
Food that you could eat without getting tired of it: Spicy shrimp paste and fried mackerel fish, fish steak
Talents: Riding a horse, jazz dance, ice skating
Leisure activities: Swimming, painting, playing computer games
Future ambition: I want to be a businessmanChild actor Nong Gun or Atthaphan Phunsawat currently has 2 series at present. Fans were impressed with Nong Gun's loveliness from the 2 dramas and 2 styles. The first series is Gomin every Sat-Sun and another series is Poot Pitsawat every Fri-Sun on channel7. Today we have information and story about Nong Gun for fans to get to know him. We hope you like it.What work did Nong Gun have in the past?
I had a lakorn 'Fai Nai Wayu', I played as the young P'Poh and then I had still advertisements Orange, Dreamworld. I was able to get 1st place in The Boy Model contest.Nong Gun, did you ever think you'd be an actor?
I never thought that I would be one, but I like watching TV; I like watching cartoons and dramas. But when I was able act in a drama, I have thought that I wanted to be the lead. I wanted to be a star. I wanted to have lots of roles (laughs).You were able to be a lead in Gomin and you've had lots of roles.
Krub (laughs) I was a lead when I was young, but in the series Gomin, Nong Gun had long hair. Some people might not really remember me.How do you feel about it (Gomin)?
It's a local Thai series that seemed fun. The outfit was good. I liked being able to wear Thai outfit cause I don't really wear it in real life. Another is it helps the preservation of folklore series for children to watch on the school weekends.What are the easy and difficult points of working in Gomin series?
It was both easy and difficult (laughs). What's difficult is talking in royal language. For example, Lord Buddha (Praput Jaokaa), Sadet Mae (Mother). Sometimes I speak carelessly and call her Mae (Mother). But it's not too difficult. I have to try being more careful.Were the action scenes difficult? We saw there's kicking, punching, fencing. Or did you have to learn those before?
It's difficult too. Before filming, I had to learn it first and rehearse before actually acting it out many times.And how about your role in the drama Poot Pitsawat?
I play as a ghost. I play as P'Nune's younger brother who died without being born. I'm a good ghost. This series is a traditional drama too.How was the response from the viewers? Are there more people greeting Nong Gun?
There's more people looking at me. There's some who smile at me. I'm happy that there's a lot of people who watch the drama I'm in. I'm happy.You've filmed both and they're broadcasted now. What are your opinions on them, Nong Gun?
Well, it's good that the dramas are broadcasted quickly. You're able to watch it fast enough, but it's also tiring (laughs).Nong Gun, you have a younger sister whose age is quite far from yours.
I'm 10 nearly 11 years old. But Nong Pim is 2 years old.Are you close to each other?
We're closer. We always play together. She steals Gun's stuff too (laughs). But I love Nong very much. When it's playtime, Nong Pim likes to play as the mom and lets me be the son. Nong Pim will say 'wake up, shower, and go to school, son' (laughs). It's fun.As the older brother, how concerned are you for Nong Pim?
I'm very concerned. Nong Pim played naughtily one time while playing in the water and hit something until the eyebrow beside her eye split. Her blood was flowing. I saw that and I was completely frightened.Then is Nong Gun naughty?
Sometimes (laughs). Well, I'm naughty. I like dismantling things and mom scolds me. Mom says that if I dismantle stuff and don't keep it after, mom will not buy it for me to play again.Does Mae Ple (Sawaros Thanomwet) spoil Nong Gun a lot?
Not much. Mom uses reason a lot. If she hits me, mom will say I made a mistake and why mom
had to hit me. I will remember it and not make the same mistake again.Nong Gun, what to you was appealing about acting?
I'm impressed with everything. When in filming set, everyone will be lovely and take care of everyone. They call me to eat and give me sweets. Work is fun and happy.Is reading and memorizing the script difficult for Nong Gun?
It's not that difficult. I read it to understand and remember. But sometimes I also forget (laughs).Does your mom give advice about acting?
Mom helps me later on with script. Sometimes mom teaches me how to do things or how my acting should come out.How nervous were you about entering the drama scene at first, Nong Gun?
So much. Nowadays, when I act with many actors, I still get nervous.Why is that?
When I'm entering the scene with many actors, I get nervous because I'm scared I will waste their time. I'm scared others have to wait for me. But I also aim to do my best.Why is Nong Gun that nervous?
Because I still don't act well. I've just played in 3 series, I'm not yet good at it.And how do you think you could become a great actor, Nong Gun?
I have to read the script much more. I have to focus on work.Mom always goes with Nong Gun to the filming set.
Krub. Mom brings me to filming set or sometimes if mom has to take care of Nong, the filming set has a van to pick me up. Because sometimes Mom has to bring Nong Pim to film lakorns too.You siblings are both actors.
Nong Pim is starting to act a little bit.What series does Nong Pim star in?
It's Nai Ruen Jai.Nong Gun's mom gets tired because of this, right?
I know that mom is tired. Sometimes I massage her temples when she's tired.That's so cute. And when Nong Gun is tired, does mom give you a massage?
Nope (laughs). I don't really feel tired. But mom will give me Brands bird's nest beverage and look for valuable items.During work hours, does Nong Gun get scolded by the director?
Uncle Liab, director of Gomin, once scolded me. But it was during work hours and I got scolded because when it was rehearsal, I was able to do it, but when filming, I couldn't (laughs). But Uncle Honong who directed Poot Pitsawat is not strict, kind, and cute too.How is Uncle Honong cute?
Uncle Honong is calm and speaks with reason. He lets me sit and meditate for 30 seconds before filming.What ideas does Nong Gun get from lakorns?
In the series Poot Pitsawat, there are good and bad sides. If you do good, it will be good. If you do evil, you'll receive bad results like the chief. As for P'Nune and P'Kade, it's about love that was bound before. It's pure love.Do you like watching lakorns, Nong Gun?
I like watching them a lot. I have watched almost every series. If the series is sad, I cry along with it.What do your friends say about your roles in lakorns?
My friends tease me because I play as a ghost.Will you work as an actor until you grow up?
I want to do it forever because I like it. I'm happy I get to do something I like.What does your mom often teach you, Nong Gun?
Mom always teaches me not to be arrogant. I have to be down-to-earth. Whoever asks for a signature, I should give them my sign. Mom repeatedly says not to be arrogant and focus on studies too.Do you understand the significance of what your mom teaches you, Nong Gun?
I do understand. I understand that I act and people know me. When meeting them, I have to smile and not be arrogant else I won't be a cute kid. A child should have respect and be loving to elders because everyone likes cute kids.Last Mother's Day, what did Nong Gun do for Mom?
I brought a garland and wai-ed (T/N: pay respect) to Mom. Then I invited mom to travel to Dreamworld. Nong Pim also went with us.Do you help Mom with anything, Nong Gun? For instance, do you take care of Nong?
I help take care of Nong sometimes. But I always help mom do household chores -- cleaning the house and cooking food.You cook as well.**
Krub. I make Gaeng som (sour curry). Then there's porridge with fish, macaroni noodles, and omelet.You could cook rice?
I could. Mom taught me everything.Anything you want to say to those who watch your lakorns?
Please always follow and watch my lakorns. And thank you for watching the two lakorns.From the magazine Movie Star Vol 28 Issue 1376, Wednesday, Sept 8, 2004. Column 'Road to Star' pages 42-43. Cover Pookie Pritsana Priesang.

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Babii is Gun Atthaphan's Happiness

For "Gun-Atthaphan Phunsawat", a must-watch talented actor under GMMTV, Babii (fanclub name of Off Jumpol - Gun Atthaphan) has truly always been his happiness and comfort. Today, he looks back on the first day he met his fans and gradually grew up from everyone's love."I haven't really met Babii in years, but recently, the events have started to return. It's a chance to meet Babii - people I'm familiar with. It's great. As I come to this event today, they came to encourage me. Everyone is still as cute/lovely as how they were years ago. They're still cute/lovely like that today.""Gun" started the conversation with a smile as he shared his fans' cuteness before continuing to recount the memories and revealing his feelings."If I go back to the memory of the first day that I met our fanclub, it was the day that I went to a worship ceremony for the series 'Senior Secret Love Puppy Honey' story. I remember at that time, there were only a few, about 7-8 people. They came holding banners and stood there supporting us. But I had this bubbly feeling in my cheat, I felt happy that we had a fanclub already and that there are people who admire us and they came to encourage us (smiles). But now, Babii keeps on increasing and they're so cute. I'd like us to continuously be like this.""Whenever I go somewhere or whenever I have an event, I feel at ease if I see fans cause they help and encourage me. But if there are events they cannot come to see me, they'll tag me and say 'I can't come today because I'm stuck at work' or 'I have an errand today' then they encourage me saying 'Fighting na' or tell people who are coming 'Please encourage Nong for me'. I would like to tell them that I always see those. I may not respond, but I like scrolling through Twitter."“I usually like to take pictures and post stories in the morning or when I dress up, I'd always like to take pictures in front of the mirror to show what I'm wearing for today. But when I don't dress up or that day I stay at home and not go anywhere, I won't take pictures nor upload stories. They will come asking 'Nong, where did you disappear to? It's been a day.' Something like that (smiles). I always scroll through them. As for the various hashtags, I must thank Babiis. Babiis are amazing and help me a lot."
"For me, fans are like my mothers and friends. They're a lot of things. They make me feel accompanied because I'm a very lonely person but when I read (their messages) and meet them, I feel I still have people supporting me. As for my work too, when I have something releasing, I feel delighted the whole time that there are people who watch my work and they praise the work that I made. I'd be very happy then."“Because when I work or go to any event, I like to first think about 'How would it be today? What kind of feedback will I get? Would they be excited to meet me?' Should I ask 'Was Nong Gun cute today?' They like to call me Nong because I call everyone Phi (smiles). And there's some who call me 'Phi Nong Gun' or 'P'Att'. There are many ways depending on the occasion. Honestly, I'm okay with whatever they'd like to call me.""I'm impressed with everything. I appreciate many things and everything they do for me. When they make an effort to see me at an event, I'm deeply impressed. Some people live far and still come to see me and cheer for me. I feel very thankful for them. If I meet fans or there's a chance we cross each other at the mall, if I'm not in a hurry or not having an errand, if I'm not doing anything, I can take pictures with them.""When it comes to changes, I think that we keep on growing and people's preferences can change anytime. It's the same for me. I would like something before, but as time passed by, I've changed and would like something else. So if one day, they are no longer with me, I understand and it's not a problem because I feel that in the time we were together or when they were a Babii, I felt happy. It's okay.""Lastly, I'm very thankful to Babiis for always encouraging and supporting me. Within this year, I probably have lots of work for Babii to watch. Please stay tuned."From the unrestricted joy as he was sharing about Babiis he loves, we can feel and we believe that the every day they have one another has made "Gun-Atthaphan" really happy.

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Bright Young Things

You've A Got Friend In Me
"Friend is a family you choose" is a phrase that immediately comes to mind after an interview with "PP - Krit Amnuaydechkorn" and "Gun - Atthaphan Phunsawat". Although it might not have been long since the two of them called each other friends, it's not a factor in Gun and PP's friendship. Anyone who has seen them must have felt that they are both accepting of each other as if they were best friends. There's only cuteness and spontaneity that Mint can't help but invite them both to work together for the first time through a fun fashion photoshoot that expresses the individuality and friendship of Gun and PP. They also talked about aspects of their friendship that have never been revealed before.Mint: Do you two have lots of friends?
Gun: I think I have lots of friends. I have various groups from friends at GMMTV, university friends, friends that I've worked together with in a series.
PP: I have various friend groups as well. If you ask if there's a lot, I don't know if it is a lot. For example, in a group there's 10 people. And with 3-4 groups, that's dozens of people. Let's just say I have various friends with different styles.Mint: Are your friends within and outside the industry same or different? How is it for you both?
Gun: It's similar like my friends from both circles can go together because PP once joined me and my university friends. When we meet, we can talk about our similarities. Another thing is that the characteristics of my friends are not that much different. They have similar lifestyle and preferences so it's not that different.
PP: Mine is similar to Gun but they're different in terms of — when I have a problem about work, friends in the industry would understand the problem in a different perspective from outsiders. For example, my friend working in a company won't understand a problem in this line of work. There's a bit of a difference.Mint: Speaking of, why do we rarely see PP's lifestyle with friends on Instagram?
PP: There's a personal reason that...(pauses to think) Honestly, I don't know how comfortable my friends would be if I filmed them and they'd in public like this. I don't know if they'd be okay, if they'd be comfortable to be much seen. I feel that when we go hang out, there are good times I want to keep in my memories, in our private space. I want the privacy of my friends to stay as is. I really rarely post with friends (laughs) or even if it's friends in the industry like P'Gun, I rarely post our pictures together either. If there is, it's occasional.

Mint: Is it difficult for you to have friends?
Gun: I am able to talk with everyone but if you ask if we're close, we still have to see if we click first or how we communicate. How much would we be able to go together? Could we hang out together? Look at our lifestyle, things like that.
PP: As for me, I go along well with easygoing people. I can always start a conversation with others. I feel that if you want to talk, the conversation should begin without caring who would start first. Why do we have to greet them first? Why don't they come over to talk to us? If I want to know them, I'd greet them. Take action first to have advantage over them (laughs).

Mint: Could you two talk about your hangout with friends?
Gun: Everyone probably knows I'm a lonely person. I'm always with my friends. I like being with my friends. I like finding activities to do with my friends. It then became a project of me and my friends to open a cafe which opens soon, maybe the end of this month. It's a shop that brings together a cafe and multi-store. And in the future, there would be a bar on the top. I'll invite Mint once it's ready.
PP: For me if my life has 5 parts, my friends are 1 of those 5 parts. My friends are another important zone. There are some things I'm comfortable to talk about with family, but there are some things I'm more comfortable talking about with friends. It's not that my family isn't my safe zone, but some things are complicated. I have to explain everything. Friends of the same age would understand each other. They could listen and support me. They're another comfort zone for me.Mint: Let's talk about when your relationship started. When did you guys become close?
PP: The truth is we've been dating for a while now. Let us announce it here on Mint then (laughs)
Gun: (sighs) We met at work before but never talked. We greeted each other once then went our separate ways. I didn't get to talk to him, not because I didn't like him or what. I didn't know what to talk about with him. I didn't have anything that would make us know each other.
PP: Honestly, I don't know what to talk about (laughs).Mint: Then how did your relationship develop?
Gun: P'Gong. We have to give credit to P'Gong. He was the reason why we got to talk. P'Gong invited us for a meal. When we sat together at the same table, P'Gong said 'What do you think? Do you remember him?'
PP: 'Look at his face, son' I answered 'How would I look at him? We've gossiped a lot about him' (laughs).
Gun: After that we kept talking. From DMs, we started talking on Line, inviting each other out to eat, to go shopping. Our interests are similar. We talk about almost everything. Like the last time we went to Huahin, I drove and still talked about stressful things with PP. I feel we got along in everything.
PP: See, I told you we're dating.

Mint: Your friendship leveled up in a short amount of time. Do you think getting close to someone takes time?
Gun: Probably because we have similarities. At first I also thought that getting close to someone has to take time. But with PP, he's one of the people who knows a lot about me personally. I don't know why I must talk to PP either.
PP: Do I think becoming close friends must take time? I think it depends on the person, whether they open up to each other. If they're sincere, wish other well, ready to understand each other, I think that we can become close in an instant. Probably because we give advice and wish each other well that Gun and I are able to get this feeling that made us close right away.
Gun: We talk to the extent of 'It'll be okay if you wear this, not this one. You must change this or you can't wear this.' I feel that 'Yeah, we work in the same industry but we don't get to be on scene together.'

Mint: What do you consult each other about?
PP: We talk about work. For example, today we talked about the Mint photoshoot. I'd know that the left side of my face is better so I'd look for standing positions, we help each other look at the angles and the overall image.
Gun: I have conversations with P about work because I've worked earlier than P - if I encounter something, how do I deal with it? For some cases, P has just encountered them, but he doesn't know how to manage them so I give him advice on this.Mint: Do you guys talk about your dressing styles?*
PP: It's probably not like we're giving comments to each other that wearing this and that isn't good. It's more like reflecting each other. For example, P'Gun is all about fun. He likes colors so I recommend which color combinations are cute and unique, new items, new mini bags and such for him to try and have more fun.
Gun: As for P, I have nothing to recommend. He has various styles ranging from very short to backless pieces. Some days he'd like to go for intense/deep look, some days he'd like to be sexy. He has a distinct style already so I can only encourage him like 'reveal/expose more' (laughs).Mint: Could you talk about how you're able to sense the cuteness of each other?*
Gun: P takes care of people well. For instance, when I was filming Not Me series, he sent food support. 'What do you want to eat? I'll have it delivered.' He always sent ice cream and water. He really looks after people well.
PP: The cuteness of P'Gun would be similar. He takes care of the people around him well. When we're with each other, P'Gun would always ask, 'Do you want anything? Do you want to eat anything? I'll get it for you.' For example, he surprised me on my birthday though we haven't known each other long. He cares a lot about the feelings of people around him.Mint: We already talked about cuteness. How about hair-grabbing (T/N: frustrating) moments?
Gun: P is someone whose mood swings back and forth a lot. One minute he'll sulk, the next he's okay. He'll go there. Oh wait he'll go here instead. 4 moods in 3 minutes.
PP: That's crazy. It's 24 moods in 1 minute (laughs).
PP: It would be about shopping for P'Gun. He likes to buy things - what were they called again. Recently, I saw he bought a bag in the shape of a cookie can something like that. It doesn't seem like it's usable. I don't know when he'd use it. So I was like "P'Gun! Why did you buy that in the first place?!"
Gun: Yeah. He also reminded me about spending money.

Mint: Then how does PP remind you about spending money?
Gun: He takes on the role of a teacher/advisor saying 'How much do you get from work? How much must you save? There's a principle to keep this much, save this much; think of your income percentage.' He teaches me a lot, but I couldn't do it and I think he can't do it either (laughs).
PP: I learned it so I tried suggesting what I learned but I couldn't do it myself (laughs).

Mint: Please guess what items the other person would buy right away after seeing it.
Gun: PP's would be watches - from classic to dazzling styles.
PP: P'Gun's would be anything unusual. Like the bag I told you about that I don't know what it would be for but I knew that someone has already ordered it. That person is P'Gun himself.Mint: Let's look back a bit and talk about sulking. What was PP sulking about with Gun?
Gun: He was sulking about me not answering the call. There was a time he didn't answer my call. I sent him a message and he didn't read it. I was like 'Eh? What is he sulking about?' Then I tried calling him again. He answered it in a tone like 'You already know I'm sulking, right?' So I was like 'I knew it' (laughs).
PP: But you already know I was pranking you that time, right?
Gun: I thought it was true at first so I asked P'Bee (PP's manager) where he went.
PP: Let me just fix the story on the day I pranked him. I had filming that day and when I got out of set, I thought I'd call him back. But I saw he already called so I pranked him a bit (laughs).

Mint: What are you working on these days, Gun?
Gun: Series krub 'Three Gentlebros'. I play the role of Ashira. We just did workshops and nearly starting to film. I also have a movie 'The Snake Queen' that I've finished filming last year. Please wait to see them.Mint: Hearing "Three Gentlebros" seems like it would be a lighter story than Not Me, is that right?
Gun: Yes. It's much lighter. This series would be a romcom. It's easy to watch. Ashira's character is totally me, with a small child feeling. Compared to the series before, this series is very chill.

Mint: Would we get a chance to see PP and Gun acting together?
PP: Acting is a work that I love. But the acting process requires a lot of preparation - casting, workshops, physical preparation, filming queues, and many more. My music career is rather busy right now. I'm making an EP Summer Sonic for the end of next month. So now I'm focusing on music first, but if there's a chance, I'll definitely return to acting.
Gun: P has given the answer already.Mint: How about PP, what are you working on these days?
PP: Right now I have a live session project I've been waiting on for a long time (sighs in relief) because before anything is completed, my schedule and situation around me must be arranged as well. I finally have my own. Overall there's 4 songs 4 moods, 4 styles from my desire to tell my story through other people's songs. There's 'นอกสายตา' (Nauk Sai Tah by Katreeya English), 'หวง' (You're Mine by Earth Patravee), 'The Weekend' (by Bibi) was so challenging. It's the first international song I've sung and it's somewhat fast too. There was sexiness and clothes that everyone probably likes (laughs). The ending song is 'เหมือนเคย' (Like Usual) by P'Boyd Kosiyabong and AToi - Setha Sirachaya and I'm doing it with a guest that everyone could guess who.Mint: How was P'Marsha's song removed from your playlist?
PP: I kept P'Sha's song first. It's a big move.

Mint: If you are to choose a song to sing together, what would it be?
PP: Crybaby (คนเจ้าน้ำตา) because we are the duo New Jiew (T/N: the singers). Could we have extravagant costumes? (laughs) We'll focus on our inner emotions and focus on the duo.
Gun: We'll focus on our image, not on the lyrics and what the song communicates (laughs). We'll just enjoy it.

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A Delicious Life of GUN

If delicious and savory food is what brings happiness to people who eat, then a man named "Gun - Atthaphan Phunsawat" may be compared to the best menu with all flavors which makes everyone fall in love, becoming a favorite menu that attracts several people. Especially after we were able to sit and talk with him, it leaves us no doubt why he has been able to remain in the entertainment industry for a long time and he was able to stay in the hearts of fans reaching more than 5million followers on Instagram at present.From an outsider's perspective, we think that before reaching this point, it wouldn't have been easy. But for this very talented young actor, it doesn't seem that difficult. Maybe it's because he's doing what he loves.
"My starting point. It was my personal preference at first. When I was young, I told my mom I wanted to be on TV, but I can't remember what I was watching. I just remember telling mom I wanted to be on TV. I like watching lakorns (dramas) and I was into it since I was a kid. I remember I had to go home on time because there were no replays before. I then block my schedule thinking "I must go home early today and watch lakorn". When my mom knew that I liked it, she supported me and took me to several acting classes from both Kantana (T/N: production company, Kantana Group) and lots of coaches. Until one day, I went to a casting event at DaraVDO, Dida Video Production in Lat Lum Kaeo and I got to act. At first, I was just a supporting character walking past the camera and then I got to play a character as a child before I got the role of 'Prince Gomin' in 'Pla Boo Thong' (T/N: TV program). This made me known and have other work that followed. But there were people who once told me as well that at one point, when I'm in adolescence, I would be forgotten from the industry. But since I am small from when I was a child, I still had kid roles to play. I didn't disappear much until I got to work under GMMTV."

Even though he has entered the industry since he was a child, this young man never felt that he missed out in life. On the contrary, he's happy and enjoying the opportunity that comes his way.
"I think that I got to live my life with traveling and working simultaneously. I then never felt like I missed anything because when I was young, I had to opportunity to go to other provinces during work so it seemed like traveling. And I got to see amazing things. For example, I actually got to see the movie studio that I only previously saw on TV. I got to see traditional Thai houses, fake caves, miniature cities. During breaks, I invite same-age friends to continue playing/acting with me. When I grew up, I felt that the fascinating thing about being an actor is the fact that I got to try out things that I've never done. Each role would have its own challenges for me to try."

"For instance, I never thought I would get to fight others, play out action scenes, go up in slings or cry heavily. When I actually did it, I felt it was great. Or am I crazy, I don't know (laughs). Before I liked to play songs in the car and practice crying. I drove and cry and practiced creating the mood/feeling because I wanted to cry quickly or suddenly sometimes. When I'm in the washroom, I look at my face in the mirror and talk to myself in my head saying 'Come flow out.' like a crazy person. But I felt that it was fun." He finished with a laugh. Although he considered it as a funny story, for us, we thought that this is the inner of an actor that drove him to his success today.But when we asked if he sees himself as successful today, he didn't confirm anything clearly.
"If it's now, I feel that there are more people who like me and able to see my work. If you ask if I'm successful and I count the time from when I was kid, I'm probably more successful and more known in the industry. As for other matters, I think it's continuous because I do my best for every work. The fact that there are more people who see me and I get to receive feedback, those are what I regard as my success. Still working in industry made me more mature and responsible, and those are good things. But what got me here, I think that it's me being sincere in being myself. This is how I am so I show it that way. I once asked Babii and most of them would say they like my work and my character that seems cute and funny." (smiles)

Just when he mentioned Babii, we asked where it came from because we knew that he made this name himself.
"The origin of Babii's name is from when I got to play in a series with Papii (Off Jumpol) then we started having fans. We thought we should have a fanclub name. I was calling Papii Papii already so I thought 'if we have fans we'd call Babii, would it be nice?' It's nice to hear. That's the origin of Babii. If we're talking about what's impressive about Babiis, it would be that they support us in everything whether it's event or food support. They always support us and if one day Babii disappears, it would be strange/weird. From the usual attending of events and meeting this and that person then suddenly we won't see them, it might be strange but it's something I understand because people's preferences can change." He smiled softly before we changed the topic to a talent that this young man just discovered during the previous lockdown.

"In the beginning of lockdown, I had nothing to do. I'm someone who likes to go out and meet friends, and do this and that. When I couldn't go anywhere, I then made Kanom Jeen (T/N: rice noodles). There was Kanom Jeen Namya Bpa (Rice noodles with fish curry), Nam Ngeow (Spicy noodle soup), and green dessert (Kanom krok), cookies. I got to make numerous food. I'd watch Youtube tutorials or read recipes and try them. As for the taste, it would be mixed with a flavor I prefer. I had people around me help taste it. But my masterpiece menu is shrimp paste fried rice. It got to the point that I sold it. But when I tried to do it, it was enough to sell once. I don't sell it anymore because it's very tiring" (laughs happily). And when we asked him to compare himself to a food menu, this young man said that he should be som tum (papaya salad) because of his personal preference to eat spicy food and it being his favorite food.

As for the work that we shouldn't fail to mention, it would probably be Not Me series because it's another challenging role in his life as an actor.
"Actually, there were several challenging parts. But if it's the latest it would be Not Me series, the latest series I acted in with Papii, because I had to play as twins. The characters Black and White are very different. I tend to lean more towards White because my life hasn't really been that extreme like Black. But P'Nuchy Anucha (director) would send us to classes and learn how to act several things. For example, if they want me to be an irritating person, they would bring in a guy who seems like they wanted to talk to me. The feedback was ok, though at first, I didn't think I'd be able to do much. I must thank P'Nuchy for helping me because I think it's difficult to play the role of twins too. Some days I had to act as 2 characters and switch back and forth, there would also be an acting coach on set to help. They would keep on reminding me that 'this scene has to be like this', 'this person is feeling like this'. I would then understand and continue to act."Spending quite a lot of time in the entertainment industry enabled him to do various things, but this young man remains determined and have goals for himself.
"I actually have done everything because in GMMTV, I got to do several things such as hosting which I've never done before. I got to sing, dance, act, many things. As for the future, I personally think that I want to get good roles. Another one or two work that would be my masterpiece for people to see. And for my goal in the entertainment industry, the industry has its time. But for me, I think I'd be able to do it for a long time or I'd stall time as much as possible (laughs). Others may think I'm small, so I continue to use this opportunity to behave young. Although it limits me to play only a few roles, of course, GMMTV has lots of youth series. I'll be in the youthful group always, I would always wear school uniform. Even after 30, I would wear school uniform." He ended with a cheerful laugh before promoting his work."This year, I'd have two series - 'Three Gentle Bros' and 'Homeschool'. And I have another movie 'The Snake Queen' where I act with Patricia, P'Ananda and P'Golf Pitchaya. It's a movie that kids can watch. It's thrilling and there are monsters. And there should also be a short series 'Club Sapan Fine (Dumb Club)'. We finished filming it and it should be aired this year. I acted with Oabnithi and it's the continuation of the story. Please support those. Plus my MC work for 'School Rangers' and various online shows of GMMTV, the upcoming LOL concert and meet & greet in Japan in late September. And my personal project, my café 'Last House on the Right'. It's located in Saphan Kwai area. The first floor is a multibrand shop that brings in brands fitting with our store. The second floor is a café and the third floor might be opened as a bar. We're opening this 29th (smiles) (T/N: this interview happened before the opening)." He finished before asking to go prepare for today's fashion shoot in chic outfits.

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April 2022

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A LIFE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES

of Off-Jumpol and actor standards that must be maintainedThe first time we met Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn, he touched the writer's amulet bracelet with his index finger and said "May you be protected. We'll get on the boat together." Then he walked to board the boat first in an easygoing manner wearing a white shirt and shorts, without a trace of being a famous actor with millions of fans. He surely seemed a bit excited travelling in the northernmost province of Thailand. We left The Golden Triangle (T/N: where borders of Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar meet) thru Mekong River, and sailed to Ruak River to do a fashion shoot with GQ Thailand on top of a forest hill in Chiang Rai.Today, even though we might have been unable to trend the tag #OffGun, the hottest BL ship in their era, we're still wondering why BL series has peaked the interest of many and made him famous.Let's recall the days since the young man Off had to take a break from his hosting work in the youth music program Five Live Fresh to his new acting work in Hormones the Series, and his fame with the series Senior Secret Love: Puppy Honey story in which he was partnered with Gun-Atthaphan Phunsawat until they've become a ship and friends today.

"We must experience failure and messing up before we know what success is."

We've been hearing the name 'OffGun' for a very long time, do you remember how many years it has been?
It's been at least 5-6 years since I've been shipped with Gun. We were probably one of the first ships, then there were more BL series later on. I've started working in this industry as a host at age 23 then I moved into series acting when I was around 26-27.

How did you get the opportunity to work as a host?
At that time, an executive of GMMTV was a thesis instructor at Silpakorn, but I didn't have classes with him. I was only teasing/having fun with his students. As soon as he met me, he asked me if I were interested in becoming an MC. I was like "What? How so? I better be careful and not believe in him. Did he come here to fool me?" So I then annoyingly answered "If you think I can do it, then I can do it." Afterwards, he called me for casting so I became a program host for Five Live Fresh.Have you ever asked that instructor what he saw in you even when you didn't take any classes with him?
I have asked. He first told me about what to cut out first (laughs). He was looking at which style sounds alright in the way I spoke. Getting on people's nerves/being annoying would have been suitable.As we're talking to each other, we can sense that you have a clear pronunciation.
I used to have a terrible way of speaking. I spoke with short tongue/tongue-tie so an elder advised me to practice speaking to be better. But I chose not to learn it in school, I attempted to practice speaking in everyday life to make it clearer. I spoke slowly and clearly. Practicing everyday was effective.
I worked as an MC for two years then stopped. P'Tha (Sataporn Panichraksapong), GMMTV executive, asked me to do series starting with Room Alone 401-410 and the feedback was great. After that, I had mainly series work. As for various programs, I still continuously had them. After that was Ugly Duckling. Not much BL series were made, and SOTUS was my first project.
When I had to star in BL series, I honestly didn't get what it was, but I acted in SOTUS, I was like oh... the story is like this. So I then started studying and kept watching.You said you didn't get it at first, can you please explain what you meant by that?
I still couldn't picture out/imagine how the story would be made into a series. I must say I wasn't used to it yet. I'm not an anti, I didn't feel strange even though it was quite new that time. Because I studied in an all-boys school, it wasn't strange to see friends of my age to have good feelings for each other. They have rights to choose their path since we were kids. When the elders asked me if I'd like to act in it, I immediately accepted because I saw it was a job that I had to do my best in.
I think opportunity is important. If they saw and gave me an opportunity, it means that the elders have already given it some thought so I must respect their trust to play the role. It's the thing I must do my best in in order to tell them that they chose the right person (smiles). So I got to act in my first series with Gun in Puppy Honey, in which Offgun was a secondary couple. When it aired, I was like oh... it's here. I was confused (laughs). After that, we continuously gained fans.

Have you ever noticed or looked for an answer why there are lots of BL series fans and why the feedback is great?
At first I was curious, but when I look at the plot seriously, yeah, these two people really love each other without thinking which side is female or male. I once asked my fans as well. They have different lovely reasons which I think depends on their point of view. In the end, they mainly look at love before looking at gender so when I was shipped, I didn't feel uncomfortable at all.
I'm lucky I understood that work must be like this. I have a partner. And Gun-Atthaphan made me feel comfortable. Work for two people is usually difficult too, but I'm lucky that Gun understood everything and is professional at work.

Gun is very punctual. No matter what we're scheduled to do or work, he's always on time. Additionally, we're responsible to do our work well so the two of us have no problems when it comes to work. We once fought. One time was when I ran for Mother's day marathon. We felt hot and still haven't drank water. Gun walked over to play with me, but I accidentally swept the water bottle in my hand and hit Gun in the face. He was angry. At that time, I thought "Oh no, what should I do?"
Ok, I must apologize. Whether one likes it or not, as the older person, as the Phi, I must be able to make us get through the situation and not let this small issue turn into a fight. We clear things up in one day and never let it go over a day.You say you're older so you must first control situations like misunderstanding or conflicts. If we look back to your childhood, how was Off as a kid?
The young boy Off loved to eat. I ate a lot. When I was in Grade 7, I was only 146 cm tall and I slowly got taller until Grade 12. I stopped at 178-179 cm. I was a great student. From Grade to 6, I always had a 4.00 grade. I was a kid who rarely studied and liked to play whatever all the time. When the teacher is educating us, I do this and that. I'm the class instigator. But when it's time for an exam, my energy would come on its own.What subjects do you like and excelled in? Mathematics. I like arithmetics. When I was younger, I sat in front as my dad was driving the car and I played games of 24 with my dad.How do you play that?
Let's assume we're driving and we see the license plate of the car in front of us. There are 4 digits. How do we use these 4 digits to get to the number 24? For example 6423, we take 6x4=24. Then take 3-2=1. Then take 24x1=24. (Off set up the problem and calculated for us very quickly.) I liked playing with my dad a lot. The children in our family are smart. My sister who's the eldest and my brother who's the middle child are great at studying.Were there semesters when you didn't get a satisfactory grade?
There was. In middle school (T/N: around Grade 7-9) I got a 3.96, I was wondering where I screwed up. "Eh, why is it like that?" Until I later found out that it was from the computer subject I really liked a lot. The teacher lost 1 of my papers so my score went missing. I really wanted a 4.00 because if I got it that year, I would have been 1 of the 7 students who would have gotten a free scholarship for 6 years at Wat Ratchabophit School. After that, I felt like "okay, since I didn't get a 4.00, I won't care about studying anymore."You said you "won't care" but you still got a grade higher than 3.00, right?
Yes, 3.7 (smiles). I'm not a kid who studied hard. I was rather the mischievous instigator, but I never missed class. I noticed that children who studied well rarely missed classes, but I messed up in English subject. There was a time in Grade 11 1st semester, I got a 2.5 because I didn't attend class and was addicted to playing games at Pak Khlong. Then it was unexpectedly announced that our GPA would be used in the university entrance exam. I thought "I couldn't let this go on, I must pull my grades up." The second semester, I got it back to 3.6-3.7. I graduated Grade 12 with a 3.58 GPA. It was still okay, but I regret it every time I think that "If only I focused and didn't miss class in that semester of Grade 11, I would have gotten a higher GPA at the end of the year."How was your life at Silpakorn University after you changed your mind not to study Accounting?
I misbehaved as always (laughs). At first, I studied Accounting at the University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce because I got a scholarship. But as I studied, it didn't feel right. So I took an entrance exam at the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology in Silpakorn University (Field of Communication Arts in radio and TV) but when I first entered the university, I got a grade of 1.58 because I got 6 Ds and 1 B, but no Fs. After that, I kept getting better and graduated with a grade of 2.5. I was satisfied then because I intended to focus more on the practice since the beginning.

From a young student who received high grades to being a university student who received grades which were presentable enough, what did your parents say?
My parents raised their children to be fully independent, they never forced their children event. My family is a Chinese family who let their children make their own decisions. For example, they let me go home by myself since Grade 4. If you asked my mother how she raised her children, she will answer 'like a buffet' (laughs). [T/N: เลี้ยง liang - to raise/bring up, to treat to a meal; just a play on words] We can do whatever we wanted so I'm lucky I had the opportunity to try lots of things until I knew what was good and bad.
Besides, I'm like the leader in our house. Everyone in the family somewhat listens to me. I don't know why either. Maybe it's because I'm fierce and my eldest sister is a girl so my parents just let it go. I remember my family really wanted me to attend Grade 7 at Suankularb School, but I was attached to my friends. I wanted to go to Wat Ratchabophit with my friends. They then let me to. Honestly, being attached to my friends affected my choice of school a bit, but it's mostly my parents who helped me choose which school to study at. But as a university student, I wasn't attached to my friends anymore. I only thought about the kind of work I wanted to do after graduating, which field suits me? I studied science and math so at first I wanted to take up medicine because my parents had bone problems. But being a doctor is damn difficult so it's better for me not to (laughs). I then chose to study communication arts because deep down I wanted to be a stylist.But you first entered the entertainment industry?
Yes, as I've mentioned, I've entered the industry as I was nearly graduating. That time I was in 4th year second semester so I was lucky that I didn't have to stress about finding a job. I still couldn't figure out how I'd become a stylist if I didn't get a job here. Which path would I take? I think the important thing is connection. Then as I work here, I think that the profession of stylists isn't easy at all. If you look for an outfit for a person and they didn't like it, that's also our failure.Have you ever had someone choose an outfit and it wasn't to your liking?
There must have been some (smiles). It wasn't ugly, but I felt insecure wearing it. I think it's no one's fault. It's more on the communication. How should we communicate with each other to have an understanding? Let's say that the makeup artist sees that my face shape looks like this so they do my make up in this way, but they don't know that I have a spot that I'm not confident in. For example, my eyebrows, are they accentuating it or not? I must brief them that I'm not really confident here. I ask them to do it like this and not let them do it in the way I don't like then have them fix it. That isn't good that is why communication is very important.You like clothes and dressing up so you have a small brand of your own.
Yes, I have my own brand called Land of Something (IG: landofsomething) and I still want to continuously look for something to do. Initially, I opened a studio but now I have withdrawn my shares. Nowadays, people should not just do one job, but two so that in case the first one doesn't succeed, the second one would be there as support. There might be some successes and failures, so you should study about different types of work.When doing many things and you don't succeed or still haven't reached a goal you're satisfied with, how do you manage yourself?
I think everything is an experience. To illustrate, I've first played in the stock market. I once invested so much money, millions of it. I lost more than half of my money in a few days. I was more stressed out about the work I did to have that money. My mood was constantly changing that time (laughs). It repeatedly went up and down. Then I sat down thinking "Hey, it's definitely not good if I'm like this. It would cost me my job." I had to make myself get over it as fast as possible. That's why I think everything is a learning experience and I try not to let it happen again in the future. Because I previously played with risky stocks, oho! It's a lot, but when it went down, I couldn't get myself out of there in time. Now I turned to play in standard stocks instead. I put down money in big companies to have better dividends. Before, I wanted to get rich fast. Now, I'm more careful. We must experience failure and messing up before we know what success is, how to think, how to solve problems. What are our weaknesses? Is it our mind that believe others too much? Are we not self-confident or are we too self-confident? We must keeping looking back and reflecting on ourselves.

Passion must be very important to you.
So much. I often set goals in life. Say, what must I achieve this year? Which path should I take this year? Like this year, I intend to buy a house by the end of the year. I must do things, do all work that suits me and all work that I can do to get it. I'm confident that if we set a goal, it would be easy to reach. If we work daily without thinking of what to do the next days, life would continue to be difficult as well.

You were an MC before and now you're actor with several works. Do you remember what was difficult for you in acting?
It must have been the feeling that I had to switch roles. From an MC, I became an actor. I took a few acting lessons, around 5-6 lessons. The only thing the director has constantly reminded me is my nodding. When I'm acting, I like to nod. The director then says I shouldn't. "You shouldn't nod your head (dragging sound)." Because I listened to the other person I was acting with, I thought along and nodded in agreement. Yeah (laughs). I must understand that I'm already in a drama. I must use my emotions to communicate, my eyesight, facial expressions. Reacting to the person I'm talking to isn't so much needed. Because MCs have to react a lot, I brought things I got from being an MC into acting so I had to modify my work in the beginning.So which do you like more?
Being an MC (whispers) at first. Because it would be fun to be myself. Being another person isn't fun. I have to be into my character and keep my cool all-day. I would have slipped up, so I like being an MC more.As for Not Me, we see that it was a big change in your acting role.
I must thank P'Nuchy (Anucha Boonyawatana, president of the Thai Film Directors Association), the director of Not Me, which is the latest series I had to work hard in and do lots of homework. I'm very lucky to have worked with P'Nuchy because she pushed me and drew my strength out in this series. I then received lots of praises from the role of Sean.
As in the past, I put myself into the characters a lot, but this is the first series that I felt like it's Inside Out. It is different from anything I've acted and it has really made me improve from thinking acting isn't my forte. But this made me mature, understand the term 'performing arts' and be more open to things. It made me realize that now other people are continuously moving forward. We can't stop, we must go on and keep progressing.

In this series, you're still partnered with Gun like before. Have you ever thought about changing ships?
Not at all. Just Gun. How far we'd go, that would be it. Because I'm already old, I'm 31 now and if I'm going to change at 40, it won't be shippable anymore. But Gun said if he had a chance, he would go for it...just kidding (laughs). I think people need to consider the opportunities that come in. With various factors, if I were to answer now, it would follow this feeling.

To this day, do you still remember the day you felt that 'OffGun' became famous out of the blue?
I call it fame shock condition. And it's the most frightening condition. Like some days I'm famous, but I'm a normal person on days I'm not famous (laughs). When I found out we were popular, I was so shocked. I wasn't expecting it. I never thought we'd have our fans before, but when we had them, we must take care of them. How do we make them stay with us continuously?How do you take care of your fans?
I try to find some time to talk to them as much as I can. For example, I go on Twitter. It's one thing that brings us closer to fans. Some days we must find time to answer to make them feel we're still with them. We shouldn't be just receivers, we must also be givers. I know fans don't want anything in return, but we have to take care of each other because they are our supporters.
I was confused especially in the beginning as to why we've gotten famous. International fans watched lots of BL series and must secretly watch it as they weren't as free/liberated as now. I miss the time Gun and I went to events and met our fans. We were very happy and our tiredness has disappeared. But in the past two years, COVID has distanced us and we met less. And now there are many ships in BL series. I feel there's not much time left for me in the industry so I want to do my best everyday. As I've gotten older or experience changes, I never thought of competing with anyone. I think getting to this point today is already a blessing (laughs). I just want everyone who loves us to be happy and I'm always ready to step down.

"As I've gotten older or experience changes, I never thought of competing with anyone. I think getting to this point today is already a blessing."

We're still in the middle of a pandemic, but there were times we could have relaxation. Did you have an opportunity to travel anywhere?
I only went to Khao Yai. I actually made plans to go to Switzerland. Everything was already booked. During that time, Covid wasn't severe yet, but we weren't able to finish filming drama on time. I then must choose work first. It was better for me to lose money. But in fact, I feel a bit regretful for the rather long time I spent preparing my documents.What has traveling abroad or new places done for you?
It has solved problems at hand especially as there were new cities I've never been to. For example, we're not allowed to enter this shop, what should I do? I only used lots of my imagination then. I like traveling with a group of friends. It's nice. Each person on the trip would be as playful. The country I like going to is Japan. I like going to Omotesando. I can surely close my eyes and walk around there. I like that there are a lot of vintage items, delicious food, and people don't really bother us. If I go to Korea, shopping is fun there. But now I think of Japan and Covid was more severe in their hometown than ours. It's very cruel. I pray that Japan will open the country soon. I think now their country must have changed a lot as well. Shops in the alleys would have been severely affected.And where do you like to go in Thailand?
I like going to the mountains. For example, the fashion shoot here has impressed me a lot. I like the view, I like the cool air next to the river. This is the feeling of living in a dream because my biggest dream is to have a house by the waters, surrounded by trees.
I planned to retire at the age of 45, but I thought about it and at that age, there is actually no way that I will stop working. Because if I had children, I want them to grow up well. I must continue creating opportunities for children. When I was young, I thought that people aged 30-40 are starting to get old, but now, I think there's no way to stop. I must keep working.

Do you think Thailand should have something new to make it more touristic?
There's no need to add, just maintain because the local tourist attractions in Thailand are already good. Many places are in the world rankings. I think that preserving it is enough. Let's help each other make beautiful places exist with Thai people for a long time. This is something every country does. Don't neglect them. Whenever I go to the beach, I always find trash and I often ask why. I don't want these things to be overlooked. For example, waste separation can be done at home first. I want those who collect garbage as a profession have a better life because they've always been working for the public.What does traveling give you?
Inspiration. I am able to see new things. Living in Thailand, I'd know and see our culture, but traveling around the world enables me to connect to the architecture and arts. I like to walk around museums a lot. How was the history of their country? Walking along the streets and alleys have a local feel, and I'm able to see the way of life and culture of a remarkable-looking country that I've only once seen in comic books and films. When I encounter them in real life, I feel happy, my heart is full. It's what helps in fulfilling us.

Hug 14 Vol 1

March 2022

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Perfect Imperfection

"We come to love not by finding a perfect person, but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly."There's no "perfection" in life and neither in love. Learning to understand imperfections is important in a relationship because it is understanding in ways that may not be seen by the eyes, but can be felt by the heart.The ordinariness in a very special childhood
In this issue, Hug magazine met with 'Off & Gun' at 'Kene Hotel' a clean white minimalist hotel by the riverside of Chao Phraya River. We found a comfortable area to sit and get to know 'Off & Gun' better.Let's start off with the childhood of 'little boy Jumpol', the youngest child of the 'Adulkittiporn' family, who has both older brother and sister. Off unexpectedly smirks in a mischievous way before telling an intimate story.Off: "I remember that my older brother and sister lived at grandma's house and I lived with our parents. My family has taught me to try everything myself to know if I was doing the right thing or not. It's called living life to the fullest. I have made up my own mind to cut-off whatever is bad and keep the good things. My parents are very open-minded and never forbidden me to do things. I consider this method to be both advantageous and not. Because if I get lost in the bad things, it is difficult to fall back in tracks. But I believe that I can differentiate it. Maybe partly because I am the youngest child, my parents have already learned how to teach the eldest and middle child. And I believe that they would likely teach their children according to the characteristics of each person. The good thing about growing up in a large family is that when I face a problem, I have people to consult with because they have more life experiences and are ready to support and help me. 'Responsibility' is an important thing that we should have if we must live alone. For example, having 3 meals, you have to be responsible for yourself to get it. Even though living alone is a bit difficult, it will help us grow up if we can do it."How was the childhood world of 'little boy Atthaphan' of the Phunsawat family? Gun thought for a moment before smiling widely until his dimples were visible then he told us about his childhood bravery with gleaming bright eyes.Gun: "When I was young, I was naughty like any normal child. I entered the industry as a kid because I liked doing activities. My mom supported me to learn various things including acting. I had the opportunity to act in dramas such as Gomin and Poot Pitsawat. I grew up in a medium-sized family of 4-5 people that lived in a house together. My mischievous bravery was that I remember when my grandmother opened a grocery store, there were snacks that had free toys in it. I secretly stole snacks for my friends in school (laughs). Another thing is that when I was young, I wanted to go to a convenience store because I felt that they were selling a lot of stuff, so I secretly stole money again (laughs). Grandma kept money in a can that was tied up and I secretly pulled the can down, stole a 20-bill and ran to the convenience store. This is my naughty story that I remember to this day (laughs).” It really matches with Gun being the playful one of the house.

Colors reflect the identity and definition of love of 'Off & Gun'
Because colors reflect one's identity or hidden preferences, which color can clearly convey 'Off & Gun' at present?Off: "I choose 'grey' because my life has both black and white. I believe that no one lives purely white or black. The black aspect must be kept deeply or expressed at a minimum and the white side must be used as much as possible. I think I'm a 'pastel grey' type, meaning I let the white come out more (smiles)" and which color do you think is suitable for Gun? "If I am to talk about Gun, it has to be rainbow colors (laughs) because he is someone who enjoys living life, loves to dress up, and is not really stressed out. I think rainbows reflect Gun's identity the best. It's not he doesn't have any problems, but Gun just doesn't let the problems he encounter make his life stressful."Gun: "I like 'green', but if I compare myself to a color, I must admit that I can't choose because in truth, 'I like all colors' (laughs). I like wearing colorful clothes. But if talking about Off, I think he matches with 'white or black' because he likes plain colors."Both of them can approximate each other's identity through colors so let's continue with a question that can't be missed by Hug which is the "definition of love" of 'Off & Gun' at this age

Off: "Love for me is 'a comfort zone', just being around someone and being comfortable is enough. I don't like being in the midst of conflict. The basis of people whom I like, well I would like to ask for someone 'good-natured, humble, and calm' because I am short-tempered. If you asked me about creating a family, I want to have more security in life than this. The important thing for me now is work. I believe that if 'I am happy with what I do everyday, there would be one day when good love is likely to come.' Maybe it's because I have a lovely family already so I don't focus on my own love that much."

Gun: "Growing up to this age, I see that 'love is everyone's concern.' If the love you have makes life worse or doesn't foster you mutually, you need to reconsider it. But if you're dating and happy, life has only good things. It's fortunate that we must meet a love like this in one life. A good lover for me must have understanding for each other. If there's a problem, it must be discussed for the happiness of two people, not just one."

Advice for concerns of the heart and important things in life
If one day there's someone single and someone who had a fight with their partner asking for your advice as 'Off & Gun' is loved by friends, what advice would you give?Off: "No matter if you're single or with a partner, it's important to live a conscious and happy life. Try to understand the other person's imperfections. If you're not happy together, try to adjust your understanding. If you adjust and it doesn't get better, agree to separate ways. Some people are happy being single while some are happy with their partner. It's a personal matter of whether they view what is in front of them as happiness or suffering."Gun: "For those who have a partner, may you have lots of understanding for each other. If there's a problem, open your heart and talk to adjust your understanding for each other. I believe that every problem has a solution. For the single people, may you live a happy life. I think that being single is not regrettable. I want you to believe that someone you would meet someone who understands you for who you are. I think that 'love has no fixed formula' wherein we have to start with talking and flirting. Sometimes it starts with being friends or acquaintances."People consider different things important in their life. For 'Off & Gun', what is important in your life at present?Off: "First is 'family', second is 'myself', third is 'people around me and Babii'. Before I really didn't prioritize myself as much. I feel that the more I grow, the more I should learn how to reboot both physically and mentally. At a younger age, I can sleep late and wake up early to continue working, but now I can't go back to doing that (laughs). Nowadays I try to get enough rest, take vitamins, and allocate time to exercise more."Gun: "I am someone who gives everyone equal importance. Besides my family, are my friends and elders at GMMTV who are important in my life. 'My grandma and younger sister' are important people in my life since mom passed away. I constantly tell myself that I have to be more responsible. I must be my sister's guardian which is something I've never done because mom takes care of everything for everyone at home. Little things like paying utility bills are stuff I just got to do in her absence. Mom's passing is a very important turning point in my life. It taught me to learn and realize that I have matured a lot."
It could be considered a sad story mixed with a smile as Gun shared with a growing heart.

What I have learned each year of my life
Halfway through the conversation, we invited 'Off & Gun' to discuss what they have learned and their goals for life at their age of 30s.Off: "The first must-have for work is 'responsibility' to best do the assigned job. It's not when you have work tomorrow at 8am, but you go to bed at 2am. You won't be able to get up and you can't work your best which negatively impacts your work and the people around you. The second is 'needing to know how to distinguish good and bad' especially now that the social world plays a role in our lives and there are several information to consume. We must know how to differentiate and use our consciousness to ponder a lot on it. As for another thing that I think is important, it's 'setting life goals'. It's not to pressure yourself, but it helps us know which way our life goes. I think if we lack goals, it's not different from living life daily. My goal in 3-5 years is 'I want to have a house' for my family. Right now, I'm saving up and looking for a suitable location where everyone in the family would be most comfortable if we move.As for 'Gun' Atthaphan who has stepped into the entertainment path since he was a kid, what has he learned from the course of his past life?Gun: "I feel that I have lived my life since childhood and enjoyed all ages even though I started working at 8-9 yrs old. I didn't feel that my childhood life was missing. I was one normal kid who had fun coming to filming set. When I grew up, I better understood the work that I do because I had opportunities. Having done these things, one of the important things in work is 'punctuality'. I learned it from when I was young because mom brought me to set since early in the morning. I didn't like my mom sitting and watching over me or watching while I'm working because I feel nervous and embarrassed. I really grew up on set. Another important thing is 'responsibility'. Maybe because I enjoy working, I feel that what I am doing is not an obligation, but it is something that I love and I'm ready to take full responsibility for. In addition, I also practice 'determination and patience/endurance'. I don't see my childhood life as something lost, instead I had the opportunity to do fun things. As for my goals in life, I never thought that I have to reach that point or that I have to be famous, I just try to make every work come out best because the work that I do is born out of passion and love since the beginning. I want to work in the industry continuously as long as I still have energy to take on challenging roles or elders see that I can do it."'Not Me | He's... Not Me' and acting challenges
It is believed that 2022 will be another golden year for the acting career of 'Off & Gun' in a variety of roles for fans to see. One of which is the series 'Not Me | He's...Not Me' which is interesting and challenges the abilities of Jumpol playing the role of 'Sean' who defines this work as...Off: "Working on this series is very tough (emphasis on veryyy). The most challenging thing for me in working on this series the director 'P'Nuchy' (Anucha Boonyawatana). She is an award-winning director who has worked with countless talented actors. As for me, I feel that acting is my weakness, so I try to push myself to attend more acting classes, read and understand the script clearly before going to every queue. I put a lot of pressure on myself because I want to make every scene come out well. I want to communicate and let the viewers understand what the director and I are trying to convey. It's a series wherein I feel pressured as an actor. I believe that this series reflects the reality that is happening in the world. I want the viewers to discern and examine what issues the characters convey. You must distinguish between black and white, carefully watch, and think about why the character must do it like that. Viewers would learn good things from this series."The difficult part for Atthaphan is playing the role of twins 'Black' and 'White' who grew apart as their parents separated.Gun: "Working on this series is very challenging as I have to act as twins. Although as a child I played as twins in Benja Keta Kwarm Ruk (Melody of Love), I never thought that playing the role of twins when I'm grown up would be this difficult. The more distant the story is from myself, the more difficult it is from the delivery of dialogue and conveying of emotions. I want everyone to watch and see that I'm really trying to develop myself. There are many things I got to learn from working on this series. The characters "Black" and "White" are very different in tone and the way they communicate through their eyes. There's a lot of acting details. I'm glad I have the opportunity to work with P'Nuchy again since The Blue Hour. P'Nuchy has her identity reflected through her work. Every scene is her signature.What is 'Off & Gun's' happiness
The meeting between Hug and 'Off & Gun' has reached its final moment with a simple question close to the being and heart which is about 'happiness in my life today'

Off: "My happiness is 'getting to do work'. Whichever day I get to go out for work, like today, I will be happy. I feel that life is worthwhile. I'm not sitting still and letting the time pass. Maybe it's because I have clear goals too. I know what I'm working for every day," said the young man Off in a serious tone.

Gun: "My happiness is 'working continuously' because I like to work. I admit that the work is very intense these days, but I'm happy to meet friends, elders, and staff as though I receive energy from everyone."

Every answer of 'Off & Gun' was astoundingly consistent, probably because of their perspective on life and stories that the two have formed from their 'closeness and bond' over the past 6 years until they've understood the imperfections that exist in each other.

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The Class of 2021

When all 6 young busy actors (Gun, PP, War, Yin, Billkin, and Off) of this generation agreed to be on the cover of Mint, fans may not be satisfied with a single cover. The staff has then decided that why don't we do 2 covers? On the other side, we focused on cool teenage street style. On this side, we secretly add a touch of glamor with chic fashion items of the season and various inner moods from both sour and spicy... We're guessing that everyone who gets a copy of this Mint issue in their hands will be screaming loudly.Come around and witness the first meeting of 6 young actors who shine in our hearts and millions of fans worldwide with a fashion shoot, that we wish to give as farewell to the previous year and welcome to the new year for all Mint fans, with interviews that will make us love them even more.

Taking Off

6 years in the entertainment industry and 4 years of success of "Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn" probably wasn't out of luck, but throughout the years, he has proven and shown that his talent, skills and discipline have allowed him to soar in the entertainment industry as if he was floating with the wind beneath his wings coming from fans who continuously support him. Off had to stop for two years because of Covid, but he intends to come on the runway once again next year.Let's encourage him together in this interview.

Mint: It's been 4 years since Puppy Honey, did you notice any changes in yourself?
Off: In the years, I may have gotten a bit slimmer. Overall, when it comes to personality, I have matured over time, and I have developed my skills according to my age. When it comes to work and efforts, I must say that I grew up being an MC. As for series, I followed the trend as it happened. When I tried it, it became my duty to improve myself more and more. It has been better. Not much, only a little (laughs)Mint: You mentioned that your acting started as an experiment, but what is your motivation to continue acting?
Off: The challenge came from myself with fans who were following me since I first played in a series. Many people watch because of new faces, new celebrities, but they will get used to our faces in the future. There is nothing new and I will become just "one actor". What would make the audience remember us are acting skills. These motivate me to develop myself further.Mint: You have been in the entertainment industry for a while, what do you think would allow you to stay in this industry?
Off: Discipline, punctuality, responsibility. I'm actually 30 now, maybe it's my look or image I put out that makes me look younger than my age. In fact, others think that younger people coming to work late have no discipline. It's terrible. But I think it's not good to come late no matter how old you are. Another thing is consistency in work. Whichever way you've gotten into the industry, if you have gotten famous 2-3 years later, you must not get caught up in the fame you acquired.Mint: Aside from MC-ing and acting, what other roles would you want to show for fans to see and get to know you?
Off: I secretly go to singing lessons because there's singing in events, fan meetings, or even concerts. I remember I liked to sing when I was a kid so I tried learning more. I am aware that my voice isn't that good, but it's more of a singer's voice in the 90s. It sounds vintage. I'm not sure if it's my pronunciation or singing style. It's not like other people's, it's not great but it's definitely unique (laughs). There might be some deep/profound music to listen to. As for dancing, I think it's better to skip that (laughs). I really have an issue with body control. I'm not great at coordination.Mint: Would fans be able to see your other acting styles in the future?
Off: Keep an eye out for it because I'm getting older and I want to get more solemn roles with less talking and mostly acting through facial expressions. I would like to level up the acting difficulty and lessen the exaggeration yet give more impact. In the past I got roles that appear playful with exaggerated acting, but it still didn't affect the viewers' hearts much so I want roles that are more appropriate for my age.Mint: What are your goals at age 30?
Off: I had already set some. I planned it myself - from condo to house to car - all were lined up, but everything was moved with the events that happened. I was 28 and determined to build a house for my family. Now I'm 30 and still unsuccessful because with the Covid situation, everything has been postponed and adjusted. These days I still want to have money with me. I still don't want to create a burden that will make me uncomfortable. I might postpone things until my confidence returns, but I have already prioritized the car first. I have enough goals to know what I must do in life and everything can be adjusted, goals are not meant to put pressure on myself.Mint: How about your way of thinking in spending your life in your 30s?
Off: I plan ahead to be more concise. Having a new generation coming into the industry all the time is another thing that I need to be aware of. I must maintain my consistency in my own way and work hard to improve myself. I've been in this industry for 6 years and people in the industry already know the range of my capabilities. But what I have to do is to continuously go higher than the standards. I must not think I'm already talented, that I've already done this before, and that I've already been through that. The new generation has gone further than me. I won't be able to keep up with them. I must work and live life carefully.Mint: How do you see yourself in the entertainment industry?
Off: I don't know what kind of response people expect, but I really think that it's better to let destiny guide you. In GMMTV, I belong in the eldest age group. There are jobs coming in, but you may see me less and onscreen jobs might not be my main work in the future. Then occasionally, it must come to a point where it's a question of am I still in demand by the industry or not?Mint: As mentioned, you give priority to your family considering the goals you have, you want to do something for your family too.
Off: Family matters are my first priority. I'm rather very sensitive with these things. I admit that I haven't had much time with my family in the past, so I had to ask for permission to take care of the expenses before I did it. I take care of almost all the expenses at home, and now I'm saving for the tuition fee of my niece. But I'm doing everything willingly. I wanted to do it. I want to take care of my family and make them happy.Mint: We must admit that Babii is another fandom wherein fans are very loyal. What impressive stories do you have about your fans?
Off: I still remember the first day we had about 10 fans who came to encourage us since the day we didn't have any work. From that day with 10 people, it became 100 people, 100 people became 1000 people. I wasn't sure it would reach 10000 either. I really must thank them for supporting us until present. I film dramas and it's extremely tiring. When I sit down and look at twitter, fans tell me good night then my tiredness really disappears. It makes me realize who I'm tired for.Mint: 2022 is coming. Is there anything you'd like to happen in the new year next year?
Off: I want to go back to meeting fans. We haven't seen one another for 2 years. We used to meet after events. We must meet in person for fan meetings, but in online live, we must meet through the screen. It's not satisfying at all (laughs). I want next year to be as if it's my debut year again. It might be because I'm years older now. I want it to be the year when everyone can get to know me better in a different light.Mint: The year 2021 has gone so fast. What were your accomplishments?
Off: I'm proud of my better and stronger body. Is this one okay? Well, I've been a person who hasn't exercised at all. Throughout 6 years in GMMTV, I've been scolded to exercise often, but I always had excuses about work here and there. Until this year, everything stopped. Everyone is at home. I tried it and became addicted. So now I have a feeling of wanting to run and want to exercise. I've always been a soft-bodied person, I never had a muscular build. I eat dessert instead of rice, so I'll be a Skinny Fat. I'm skinny, but I have accumulated fat. After 3-4 months of working out, I started to see changes in a good way. I feel good about my body, I hope it continues like this too.Mint: If next year we ask you to appear on Mint Six Pack, will it be ok?
Off: It's okay, but I'd like to request for it to be in the second half of the year. Please give me some time to build my shape/figure. It probably wouldn't be too long of a wait.

His Never-Ending Marathon

If you ask how many actors are there who have been in the industry for more than 10yrs under the age of 30, you can definitely count them, but one of them must be named "Gun-Atthaphan Phunsawat" on that list. His work is like running a marathon, speed doesn't matter, but it is his consistency and patience that made him successful. Throughout nearly 15 years in the entertainment industry, he has proven that #GunAtthaphanIsCuterThanYouThink is not because of his charm or just his appearance, but it's his attempt to practice, improve, and work better every year.Let's get to know him by listening to stories of his work as he reveals the behind-the-scene secrets to his success.

Mint: From Puppy Honey until today, did you notice any changes in yourself and in Off Jumpol during the past 4 years?
Gun: I've grown up. I have more responsibility (thinks for a while). Honestly, responsibilities have been there since the day I started working, but it's probably the responsibility of knowing what to do and the reason why I do it. It's clearer to me now because my past work has created experiences for me to know what I'm working for and whatever results from it.
As for Papii (Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn), I feel that he has matured in every aspect. Earlier, we were just talking that he shouldn't make his bedroom a solid dark color because when you're young, you want a dark bedroom so you could sleep a lot, right? As you get older, you want it (your room) to have another function. He still insists if I could please think in the short-term. Well, we grow up beside each other in our way.Mint: You've been working since you were young, what changes have you seen in the Thai entertainment industry?
Gun: I've been working since the analog age to the digital era, right? When I was young, I may have not noticed the behind the scenes or work clearly that much. But there were definitely changes. It's probably the opening (of the industry) to various areas such as BL series which is trending worldwide now as well as reaching the international entertainment industry. There are lots of movie genres that gives opportunity for viewers and actors to experience brand new content.Mint: Since when did you feel that you like acting?
Gun: It started from when I was quite young. When I was a child, I loved to do role plays, going to parties, travelling here and there. I was the one who told my mom that I wanted to be on TV and at that time, I didn't know what acting was yet. My starting point was like everyone else's. When my mother knew that I liked it, she took me to acting classes then I had the opportunity to be casted for Gomin. From there, the opportunities kept coming until today.Mint: Would you like to tell us about your highest and lowest points in the industry?
Gun: I think that I do not have peak points like other celebs, because I'm not right away a famous and acclaimed actor. People all over the country gradually got to know me. I accumulate experiences and continuously gain fans. But I only began to have a fanbase probably during the time I played the leading role in the movie "The Blue Hour." Then when I entered GMMTV, I began to have a more solid fanbase. As for my low points, maybe it's that they like saying that I'm a child star that had a hiatus from the industry during my teenage years. I was in the middle of being a kid and adult which made it difficult for me to be of use. Viewers were used to my childhood image and unfamiliar with mature roles. It was easier for those who do casting to find new actors whose faces weren't familiar. But I'm fortunate that I haven't grown up more than this so I have no hiatus and could continue acting in dramas. I was afraid I would disappear from the industry during that time.Mint: Was there a stressful period in your work?
Gun: There is, but it's only for a moment. It's more stressful in situations such as not remembering the script and not being able to bring out the characters. It's more like that.Mint: You are someone who has won a lot of awards, do you have ways in choosing your work?
Gun: I don't choose my work that much. I screen around one job, but I believe that what the elders entrust to me shall be accepted because I have faith in their decision-making. They have chosen those and have more experience than I do so they probably see the opportunities or something for me.Mint: Can you tell us how to work like you?
Gun: I'm someone who reads the script like doing a round of read through. During those times, I'll think about "Eh, what should I do with this character? How does he think? What kind of person is he?" Once I get on set, I prepare to get a briefing from the director once more. For instance, "Not Me" has a more difficult homework than other series because the role is somewhat very different from me personally. There is a matter of violence that I may be good at because I like doing stunts (laughs). But the language used in the story is very formal, which is difficult because I usually speak incorrectly. I had to do a lot of homework for this series.Mint: You have taken up heavy and light roles. Which other roles would you want?
Gun: I want to star in a thrilling and scary horror movie like a psychic one. I want to try it out, but location would probably be brutal, right? (laughs) I'm not afraid because the series filming location isn't that much comfortable usually. I should be able to handle it.Mint: Your nearing your 30s, is there anything you haven't done yet?
Gun: That's crazy. I haven't reached that (age) yet (laughs). Can I please stop at 25 years old? But honestly now I want to be disciplined — not when it comes to work, but being disciplined in living, spending, managing money. I want to have more discipline than this. To put it simply, I want to be mindful when shopping.Mint: Where do you see yourself in the entertainment industry in the future?
Gun: I actually like questions about whether I'm successful and still setting goals, and I always answer the same thing that as long as I have an opportunity, I will continue doing so. If people still see that I can do it, if elders see that I'm still capable, and if viewers and fans still give a response, I will probably continue acting. If I physically haven't grown, I will continue acting.Mint: OffGun's fandom is know for their consistency, what impressions would you like to share with us?
Gun: Babii takes care of both us well. Babii supports us in everything. At the filming set, there are delicious food prepared for us. They encourage us for a long time. When I'm lonely and tired, I know that I can go recharge my energy on Twitter because Babiis tweet looking for us always. When we're away, they say "Where did you disappear to?" "You don't upload stories at all." I must thank Babiis from the bottom of my heart.Mint: What are your achievements in 2021?
Gun: 2021 has been a weird year. A lot of things happened, but I still believe it was a success as I still had work that continuously enables me to improve. I think this is my number one achievement. Another thing is that I'm able to take care of my family. I take care of my grandma and younger sister. Right now, she's attending university. I am the backbone of my family. I grew up and take care of all family expenses which is something I've never done before.Mint: What are your dreams and goals in 2022?
Gun: I want Not me | He's...not me to be successful. We worked really hard for all series, but this one is really special. It's difficult and truly challenging. I want everyone to watch it. Another should be the café. It's a year that I'd be able to run my personal business from selling clothes online to the actual front of the shop. I want it to be successful too. Please support it.

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Heroes are Everywhere

Handsome Guys Wanting to Do Good Deeds Year 13-14

Good people are everywhere.Due to the corona virus pandemic, "Sudsapda Handsome Guys Wanting to Do Good Deeds" can't visit the areas just like the past years. But let us tell you that all the handsome guys aren't discouraged. Everyone voiced out that when the situation gets better in the next years, we'd meet them again. Each one already has a mission in mind. Who wants to do good things, what area would the handsome guys focus on? Let us listen to them.

Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn
"In the past, I worked a lot and probably didn't have time to go down to the areas as much, but my heart always wanted to help, so I chose to help according to my abilities, such as donating in various fundraisers. I quite believe in cultivating and taking care of children. I want the youth to grow up to be good people of the society. Children who lack opportunities, children who are not really ready - they are honestly great and are very capable. A portion of our wealth may not be able to help all the children., but at least it could help some people have a better life. I believe that if the child are closely cared and taught for today, they will grow up to be good people and continue to benefit society.""Heroes Are Everywhere. I think that it's a good statement. Don't let the word hero overwhelm you. This statement tells you... Everyone! You can be a hero too. The 31 of us are only a small group of people, and if a larger group thinks the same way Hey! We can help in this. Hey! We can do this one together with lots of people. - there would definitely be a great impact."

Gun-Atthaphan Phunsawat
"There's a lot of handsome guys this year. I'm glad to be part of this project. It's a great opportunity to do good deeds with elders, younger ones, and friends. We will all be the voice in spreading nice words, who needs help, and how we can help one another.""Being in this industry, I was able to do what I love and have received love from many fans. Meanwhile, I also want to give back to the society. I may not be able to change things right away, but we're able to pass on good feelings, help out, give out a little kindness to make others smile. I think that's what we can call it. If we just think well and do good deeds, we can become heroes."

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I Love You Bibi

Let's get to know Bibi, the Maltese. The naughty and nice one, whose little fur ball cuteness has gotten all the love from friends and fans. And of course, from us, wholeheartedly.Mint: Is Bibi your first pet?
Gun: The second one. The first pet was a long time ago when I was young. It came from my mom's friend and was a white crossbred Maltese dog. Nong Pim (Gun's younger sister) loved it so much. When our mom got sick, we had to ask mom's friend to take care of it like before because of sanitation/hygiene and mom's condition was rather severe. After that, we didn't see our pet anymore.Mint: Can you recall any story about that pet before?
Gun: I can vaguely remember being with that pet. All I could recall is that it was all over our house (laughs).

Mint: How did Bibi come about?
Gun: From pure loneliness. I do have to say that I'm someone who's rarely at home and always looking for things outside. If I have no work and no errands, I will go to the Grammy building often to sit and talk and find things to do until the elders at the building tease me "You're a celebrity who comes so often, wouldn't you become an office employee now?" And during the first wave of Covid spread, from someone who left home everyday, I now had to strictly stay home everyday. So then I had an idea with my sister to adopt a pet as we're ready to take care of a dog. Nong Pim was okay with it because she has been wanting to raise one already so I decided to do it this time. Everything happened so fast. I picked her up that day and now it's almost two years since I've had her in my life.Mint: Can you tell us about the day you picked up Nong (Bibi)?
Gun: I was talking to my friend late at night saying I want to raise a pet. My friend Oile sent me the Instagram of various farms for me to choose and I pinned this certain farm. They sent me a video of which dogs they had. When I first saw her, it melted my heart so much (plays video). She was the only one that can be placed in the palm of your hand. She was just a soft white lump. The next morning, I called the farm to ask what I needed to prepare. I roamed around to look and buy a small playpen, bed, water bowl and food. After going around, I went to pick Bibi up. When I got to the farm, there were 4-5 white dogs, but Bibi was the smallest and her ear had cute little spots. She walked as if she would fall all the time. She was so adorable so I got her. On her first night with us, she anointed my bed by peeing on it then left to sleep with my younger sister instead.Mint: If it wasn't a maltese, what breed would you choose?
Gun: Oh! I don't know about this one. I remember there's one I met in a cafe in Seoul but I don't know what breed it was. Nong had curly brown hair like meat floss. Its face was like a cartoon and it was so cute. (Staff: It's probably a maltipoo, a maltese mixed with poodle.) I chose this breed because our old pet was of this breed. My younger sister misses our old pet too so we ended up with this breed.

Mint: Why did you name her Bibi?
Gun: It came from Babii Boo-bi, something like that. (Did it come from Papii too?) Not really... I can't answer where it came from either. It just came out of my mouth and turned into Bibi. It fits her well too so I chose this.

Mint: Did you encounter any problems when you first took her in?
Gun: Bibi was so small then so I sat her on my lap. And Bibi's so naughty jumping to the ground so she got a hip fracture and I hurriedly took her to the hospital. In my mind I was like "Will I be able to raise her?" I was freaking out when she's just this small. After a while, Covid settled down and so I had to go back to filming series and bring her on set with me. It was chaotic during those days so I had to rely on the elders, hair and makeup team to watch over her and feed her as if she's a child. Bibi probably didn't bark at people because of this. She'd meet strangers and became used to it so she never really barked at them. (Staff: But she barked at you while taking pics)Mint: You've been with Bibi for 2 years now so let's talk about her personality.
Gun: I'm not sure if you can call her tame. If you call her Bi, she doesn't really look around. I don't know if she's being arrogant or if her hearing isn't good because it often happens (laughs). I then have to approach her myself just as you've seen in today's shoot. I must have treats, toys, or anything to lure her with so that Bi would walk and play with me.
Another thing is that Bibi doesn't bark at people but if she comes across another dog, she will bark at them to death. She's so mischievous when we bring her to the grooming salon. If she meets a huge dog, she will run along with them all the time, chase them in the field, and bark. She's very courageous, mischievous, and a fighter. She has such an excellent mouth so I give her first place for that. I'm scared she's gonna get crushed. If the others step on her, she's going to break her bones (laughs).Mint: On a scale of 10, how many points would you give Bibi when it comes to being naughty?
Gun: She's not really naughty at home. But a strange thing about Bibi is that she's female,
right? Yet she likes to hump against dolls. I don't know how I'd teach her. I can't forbid her. It's her instinct. I'm worried where she got it from. Bi is small too so she can't really destroy anything. She's not really brave. Let's talk about her health. When Bibi was younger, she had stain marks on her eyes from her tears so I wiped it, but it still remained until we got her teeth checked and it was concluded that her teeth were overlapping like an alien around 4-5 roots. Hearing that gave me goosebumps. That was the first time she had to go under anesthesia for dental surgery. With her being a small dog breed, it was risky. Me and my sister were scared but we were able to get through it.

Mint: Do you spoil Bibi?
Gun: I don't really spoil her myself. There are items I often use such as a sling bag to put Bibi in, green bag, a woven bag, hat. Just those. Other than that, it would be items that the fans bought for her. My friends give her some too. Most of it are from friends who like to buy stuff for her. My friends also made her an Instagram @bibi.furbabe. They spoil her more than I do.

Mint: What is the most expensive thing you bought for Bibi?
Gun: None. Bibi uses ordinary stuff. Because Bibi's price is so expensive. She's really expensive (laughs). So expensive that I don't know what else could be more expensive. I once talked with P'Mint Chalida about her prized pets to understand. But when I got to the actual thing, I was shocked. How could I give my heart to Bibi? It's better if I take care of her well.Mint: Please rate Bibi's photoshoot today.
Gun: It's good. At first, she was probably a bit sensitive, scared, and trembling. It might be because of the lights. She was shocked and released a bomb (poop) just now so I had to wash her for a bit. But when we came back on set, it was okay already. It's beyond my expectations too. She was very calm/still, easy to take pictures with. It's not quite as I expected. I didn't think that she'd be able to follow orders this much, but with the condition that there are treats (laughs).

Mint: Do you have anything you want to tell Bibi?
Gun: Thank you, Bibi. Bibi is so cute. Bibi is one thing that makes everyone around her - Nong Gun and friends - spend time together. Everyone loves Bibi so much. Bi probably knows that. Let's stay together like this for a long time.

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OFF Jumpol Adulkittiporn

Even though he is a cool person, "Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn" never blocked out his relationship with friends. Whoever has a problem, could always get advice from him because he's amazing at keeping secrets. Aside from that, he entertains his friends - constantly creating smiles and laughter.How do you feel about #91SoCool?
Our cool gang? We're cool together. It feels okay and I feel good having a gang of friends since I started working. It's a gang of '91 liners. We're 30 years old this year.How did you three become friends?
I knew Tay since 2013 when we did Five Live Fresh program. A year later, I got to know Khun Arm. At that time, he was just strolling in GMM building. He probably didn't know where to go so he went here (GMMTV). We started talking when he signed the contract. At first I called him P'Arm. Later on, Khun. Now it's E'. It depends on how each person acts. The way I call them comes from their behavior (laughs).
(T/N: Phi - older, Khun - Sir / Mr / respectful, E' - only used among friends else it's disrespectful)What is the definition of "friend" for Off?
Trust and reliance. Just that. When I have problems, they are ready to be beside me. (The two of them are like that?) Both except Tay. Tay can be trusted, but can't be relied on. Everyone would know.What's impressive about your friends?
Nothing much (answered quickly). Just kidding. Arm lives in the same condo building as me. When there's a problem, I could rely on him. Example, I bought plants for my room. I'd tell Arm "Arm, please water my plants." Afterwards, I didn't really have to water it myself again. As for Tay, nothing. Don't ask him anything. Because if I say something, he forgets it. I have to tell him many times. As for Tay's acts? Uhm... He forgets things every time. If he goes to filming, things he loses frequently are his phone, iPad, or anything small in his bag. Sometimes, it's not really small, but he forgets his whole bag.Who could keep their friends' secrets best?
Uhm... (Tay said Off is best at keeping secrets) Me? I could keep secrets well because I don't really talk about others' secrets. I'm talkative, but when I know something, I don't really talk. I talk casually. I can keep my friends' secrets. My friends could trust me a lot because friends and juniors in our company like to get advice from me.On days you're tired or discouraged, how do you comfort each other?
I'm never discouraged. Do I get tired? Sometimes, but I don't really say it out. I don't do anything for others to feel that I'm tired because it's my own tiredness. I don't want to make others more tired because it might make them feel bad. We work. Everyone gets tired too, but why should your tiredness be worse than others? It shouldn't be like that.Have you three ever fought?
No. Never. Never sulked too. I don't know why I'd sulk. Because they never reconcile with me, so I don't feel the need to sulk. We talk with reason. If we don't like each other, it goes away within 5 minutes. Then we go back to talking again.A thing that you three get along the most in
It's about being MCs - talking, making jokes. We've worked together a lot and known one another for a long time, 6-7 years, and we get along. When we make any jokes, we can receive and answer the joke right away. When they have problems, I'd know what it is. We know one another well.Leisure activities you often do together
Cooking, shopping, travelling. It would be this gang I go with, but we only have a bit of coinciding free time together. There's a time during COVID19 lockdown where we were all available and had lots of free time. We looked for things to do together - cooking, exercising. (How are you when you cook, Off?) I talk. I don't grab anything and just encourage them. We were all together, but I didn't do anything because Arm could do everything. Tay chopped some things and opened Google to make food. (Do you scream at oil splattering?) Yes, I'm scared of oil. Honestly, it's not a sickness, I'm scared of my skin getting burned when it touches oil. I just create fun, else, my friends would feel that I don't do anything and I'm being a parasite to them. I talk and enjoy. I create fun for my friends (laughs).30 still cool/awesome, what do you think you are awesome at?
I'm awesome at everything. When it comes to work, I know I have to be responsible and mature and not let others scold me because I'm a senior (at work) and I'm 30 already. If my work comes out bad and I don't persevere, how would my juniors aged 15-16 years old in the company look at me? A Phi aged 30 can't behave like this. I have to be a good role model. (How much do your juniors believe in you?) If it's someone who knows me, they'd let me be Phi. But if it's someone who doesn't know me, they'd see me as someone crazy. They won't know what kind of person I am and think that I have fun and I'm funny. But honestly, I'm responsible too.Something that you want to thank your friends who are always beside you for
Thank you so much to both Tay and Arm. When I have any problems, I could talk to them a lot and always rely on them. I feel that our gang is old now, we have to stick to one another like this (laughs) because being together is better than staying alone. Whatever I do, whatever problems I have, whatever I forget, when I do this and that, I still have people who warn me. And if us friends grow up like this, they'd know what to warn me about. It would prevent us from encountering problems and arguing.

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Off Jumpol, an excellent dutiful son who dreams of one day being the pillar of his home

(T/N: supporting his home)

It can be said that now Off Jumpol Adulkittiporn’s name is well-known among teenagers and a large fanclub. It’s not just about his handsomeness and personality, but Off is also skilled in acting. Also, he’s another actor famous for his gratitude and determination to work.Recently, Thai Rath entertainment online had an opportunity to sit down and chat with Off Jumpol about his real identity. We could say that on-screen Off is really like that because he is humble and cheerful. It made us understand why Off Jumpol has a crowd of fans who love and adore him. All throughout our talk, he had high energy even if he had to wake up so early to film a program. But Off is strong/powerful, and didn’t falter at all.When we asked about his career path in the industry, Off shared that he began as an MC for the program Five Live Fresh on Bang Channel. At that time, he was just studying as a 4th year college student at Faculty of Information and Communications Technology at Silpakorn University.

Caption: Gun Atthaphan is a great buddy. We help always help and support each other.Sometimes I do this and I’m not confident so I go to him and he helps me. Sometimes he’s not confident and he turns to find me and I help him.It’s like I’m not working alone, I always have a partner. I like this a lot.- Off Jumpol -

“At first, I began as an MC. P’X, an executive at GMMTV found me at Silpakorn University. At that time, I was 4th year. He asked me if I was interested in becoming an MC. I said that if he thought that I can do it, I guess I could. Then he let me go to casting so I went there. After that, I became an MC for 2 years for the Five Live Fresh program.Afterwards, the satellite channel, the cable channel closed down. Then, GMMTV began doing series starting from A Love Exchange before Room Alone and then I got to act in Senior Secret Love: Puppy Honey and got to act with Gun Atthaphan. And after that was SOTUS The Series.And most recently, I got to act with Gun in Theory of Love. I started in 2013 and it’s been 7-8 years already. At that time, I just finished 4th year 2nd semester and got a job. I didn’t feel stressed because after graduating, I had work to do.”

“If you ask me if my life has changed? It has changed a life. From someone who doesn’t really speak well and talks without moving his mouth, I had to change how I speak because if I want people to believe in my work, I have to speak clearly first. I never learned how to speak, but P’X suggested that I have to speak clearly and slowly on a daily because it is something that I have to use every day.Because if we I can speak clearly and slowly, it will speak for itself. When I was an MC, first of all, I had a stable job and I trained myself everyday because I had to do a live program. Doing a live program is very difficult because I had to solve problems urgently. I try not to say something incorrectly. If I say something wrong, I had to fix it immediately. Sometimes I had to be witty too. I had to practice using my wit.As for series, it is something that I am not skilled at. My acting is not good, but I have to improve myself always too because Gun acts so well. If I don’t improve myself, I’ll slowly fall behind (his skills) which couldn’t happen. I’d do whatever it takes to improve and get close to him (his skills) as quick as possible. At first, I was paired with June in Room Alone until I acted with Gun Atthaphan and we became a ship and got more known.”“From someone unknown, I became more known. From not really having people asking for pictures, there were more people asking for pictures. It’s good. I feel that I have people encouraging me more and supporting me all the time. Others would yearn for this thing too, but I have it now so how would I take care of it best?But sometimes, I feel that they’re too much. But it’s just occasionally. There are some fans who intrude in our personal lives too much. We’re not able to forbid them and we don’t know how to talk to them. We’re scared. Sometimes we say something and we’re wronged. If they follow me to the condo, if I talk to them and they record and post it on social media, I would be the evil one. Sometimes, we can’t do things. We have to endure it.”Gun Atthaphan is the best buddy“If I must talk about Gun, he’s a good guy. He’s determined and responsible for his work, he’s punctual. As for acting, I don’t have to talk about it. He’s great at it. I feel comfortable working with Gun because he’s someone who supports me. Sometimes I’m not confident doing something, I turn to him and he helps me. Sometimes, he’s not confident, he looks for me and I help him. It’s like I’m not working on my own, I always have a partner. I like that a lot.Before I got to act in BL series, I had to learn acting first. Each work that I do, I try doing my best because I received this work and I don’t want to make viewers feel bad. I have to do my best and be very determined.When I got to be in BL series, at first, P’X asked me if I’d be able to do it. I’m never picky with my work. I can act in everything. When I’m able to act in it, why should I refuse it? Why won’t I act in it? It’s work, not personal life. Work is work. If you work and people believe in you, then that’s great.But if you’re choosy about your work from the beginning, opportunities won’t come often. If there’s an opportunity, then let’s grab it. Sometimes, there’s only one opportunity and if you miss out on it and want to have a second chance, you couldn’t have it. It depends on you too. I don’t think too much and consider myself. It’s something that makes me have work for others to see.”

Caption: Off Jumpol often tells himself that‘I have to do my best in every work and persevere’Because a good opportunity only comes once.- Off Jumpol -

“The day we acted for the first time is the kiss scene. If I remember correctly, I didn’t think anything. I just thought that it’s a drama character. I had to do my best. People must believe in me as much as possible. When we’re into the script, I’m not shy about doing things like this. He did what he needed to. I have to be able to do it.If we’re too embarrassed, our inner feelings wouldn’t come out. The first series, Senior Secret Love: Puppy Honey, we were a secondary couple. At that time, Kang and Cherreen were the main couple. From there, we became more famous until we became a main couple.Then people started to know us more. I’m happy. I feel that others see us more. They support us always. It is something that doesn’t make us feel tired when we work. We work and have viewers, people who like us. It’s such a great thing.We see that they like us and come to me us. So, we do things to make them receive in return, to make them happy, and we’ll try to take care of them for a long time. We have international fans too from Philippines, Indonesia, and there’s more Japanese fans just now because they started to watch series from GMM more and more. Theory of Love just started airing in Japan.”

Where I stand now is the most successful point in my life“I think that this point here is the highest point in my life. I don’t think I’ll go further than this because I don’t expect anything in life. I want it to be continuously better. If I expect and don’t reach that point, I’ll be hurting myself in vain. If I do my best and expect a lot, it would be a failure. If I work and do good without expectations, I think this would be the best thing.Later on, it’s up to the executives to manage. Assuming I can’t be in BL couple anymore, I might act more in a supporting role. I totally like it. It’s not as serious as being a lead. It’s enough to be where I am and be happy. I played crazy roles and lots of comedy. I feel that I want my individuality to go into the character. I like happiness and laughter. When I act and it’s extremely fun, I’m happy.”An excellent dutiful son who intends to be the pillar of his family (supporting his home)“At home, I’m fully independent. They don’t interfere with my work. I’m able to work my best. My mom and I would talk only about doing this and that together. We don’t talk about work. She does not interfere with my work much because she knows I intend to do my best at work.I’m the third child. I have a sister 5 years older than me and a brother 4 years older than me. I’m the youngest child. At first, they were unable to produce a child and the doctor said not now, but they’d have another child. Mom believed in the doctor and then I was really born. Mom loves her youngest child and cared for me most at home. But I’m the fiercest person at home. I’m very fierce when I’m at home.‘This can’t be, this isn’t good. I don’t want this.’ I like managing things at home because I/m able to provide at home and now, I want them to stop working. My dad would be 69 years old this year and mom is 64 years old. They get tired more. Now I can do it and provide for them. I’m also an uncle. I’m like someone who looks after our home more. I want my family to be happy.”
When asked if he had fans at home, Off hurriedly told us “I think there is. It’s just that they don’t dare tell me. And my mom likes to go to all kinds of events and says she was coincidentally around the area. She likes to come surprise me. That day, I had work at ICON Siam and unexpectedly met her. I asked mom how she came there. She likes to secretly come watch and see her child work because I don’t really talk about what and where I’m working. She’d follow my fanpages.”

“I honestly bought a condo and time to sleep because my condo is near work. If I stayed home, I’d waste 1.5 hours a day travelling and I’d waste travel expenses. I better save time for sleep. My health is improving as well.As for our house, now I have bought one for my parents to live in. Shortly, I’d live together with them and be a big family. I want to be at home with 10-20 people because I’m Chinese. Right now, it’s a big family at home. There’s around 15 adults and 2 grandchildren adding up to 17 people.I don’t like doing household chores. If I’m with them, they can do it for me (laughs). And when mom forces me to go home, I bring my clothes home for washing and she’ll do it for me every week.”When asked if his father is strict, Off said “My dad is a quiet man. He raised his kids with his own effort. If his kids fight, he just kicks us and doesn’t say anything (laughs). We became stronger. He lets us learn everything we choose, but he’d pat us asking what we do. Now, I’m asking him to stop working completely. I don’t want him to stress out and it’s better to just let him spend because I’m also grown up now. I’m 30. I want him to be comfortable and not do anything. I think I’d buy him a dog to raise for him not to be lonely. I don’t know if it would be a burden to him or not (laughs).”

Caption: I believe that standing here at this point is my peak/highest point.I never expected anything in life because if I expect something and I don’t reach it, I would be hurt in vain.- Off Jumpol -

Furthermore, Off had something he wanted to tell fans “Thank you to all fans for supporting Off and Gun until present. It’s been 5-6 years since the first day. Thank you for supporting and encouraging us continuously.We know that without them, it would have been terrible for us too. I didn’t know there would be people who watch and be happy seeing my work. Honestly, thank you so much. I hope that we’d be able to meet everyone soon. Doesn’t matter if it’s abroad or locally, I want to meet everyone because I want to.”

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Anne: I feel that Off-Gun have amazing acting abilities. They're charming so I want to act with them. And for you guys, what roles should we play together?Gun: Killer roles together. I feel it's super nice. Killer meets killer. And P'Anne would also be a killer. Both a bit crazy. Because when I followed and watched her dramas, P'Anne would be the leading lady. This time, she'll change into someone crazy, but I would also be crazy.Off: I want P'Anne to play as a 7-year old child, a character that people have never seen. As for me, I'll be the younger but taller brother. And then I'll have an even bigger body. P'Anne would probably not want to act with me now.

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Theory of Love Special Q&A

Off
What do you like about Khai?
I like his flirtatiousness wherein he likes to talk with women (laughs)In which part do you think Khun Gun acted cutely?
It's the last episode where we had a Live together. Gun was very cute at that time.How do you think Khai and Third will be afterwards?
They must be in a relationship already. What else could there be? Just get into a relationship.Gun
What do you like about Third?
I like his sincerity. Third is someone who devotes everything for the person he likes but I don't do that. Third and I and are very different. I'm not a crybaby (laughs).In which part do you think Khun Off acted cutely?
It's the kiss scene at the end krub (shy)How do you think Khai and Third will be afterwards?
I think the ending was nice. If I would think about it, it might be difficult but both Khai and Third likes children. So I think that they might help each other in raising kids.

Talking about their pair

If you two were to travel together, what will you plan out?
Off: If the two of us are to travel? I will take charge of thinking about the plan for daytime. As for nighttime, I'll let Gun plan it. If we go shopping, it is something we both like already. But I don't really know how to go out at night. He might think of a better plan than me.
Gun: I will think about what to do first. Our similarity is that we both like shopping. But honestly, it's okay if we go separately. If we go to the same shop, then I'll choose an outfit that will suit Papii.If you were a director, what kind of role will you give the other person?
Off: I want Gun to act as 10 characters in one story. He acts really well that I think he can do it. Actually, I just want to see it myself (laughs)
Gun: It won't be romantic comedy style. But I want Papii to act a mature role. Something serious. How will it be?When do you think you want to meet the other person (t/n: cause you miss them)?
Off: It was during Covid lockdown and then another time when I work alone because it's more fun working together.
Gun: When was the last time I wanted to meet Papii? I'll go visit Papii. No matter the situation, I will go meet Papii. When I'm sad or upset, I want to see Papii.If you have to share an apartment together, what kind of a place do you think it will be? How will you divide the household chores?
Off: It will be a normal one. I can clean the house, sweep the floor but I'm not really used to cleaning the bathroom. Gun should do it. But I might not do it at all. I don't know if Gun will agree. Let's ask Gun krub (laughs)
Gun: I think we'll split it in half. I'll cook, Papii will clean the floor.Talk about the other person's habits or catchphrase
Off: "Papii~"krub! and he's naughty and likes to travel.
Gun: I don't know. I can't think of it. He blows his nose, burps, and fartsTell a funny story about the other person recently
Off: Honestly, he is someone who is funny and he likes to tease others. He jokes with a very good timing, it should be that.
Gun: Recently, he says he's nearly 30 and calls himself "Ai'Gae" (old man)During Covid lockdown, Khun Gun sent you desserts. If you were going to request food, what will it be?
Off: Food? I have never seen Gun cooking. I once did but it was baking. If I were to request food, it will be soup with chicken in it.

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During Covid lockdown, Khun Gun sent you desserts. If you were going to request food, what will it be?
Off: Food? I have never seen Gun cooking. I once saw him baking. If I were to request food, it will be soup with chicken in it.Brag about Bibi a bit
Gun: Bibi is a naughty child. Recently she's so naughty until her face is completely black. I give her a bath and she returns to be very white, cute like before. Now she is 9 months old. At first, she didn't bark at all but now she begins to bark, run, and play at home. She's very cute.If you were to compare yourself to an animal
Off: An old lion who has power/authority but no energy (laughs)
Gun: A cat. If there's anything I want to have, I will beg (laughs)Favorite word
Off: 'Really~
Gun: Uhmm "I want to have this~ (item)"What smell/scent do you like?
Off: I like the jasmine scent
Gun: Sweet scent. Light perfume for women. Natural scent.Do you respond on LINE fast? What emoji do you use?
Off: (I reply) Very slow. I use emojis often. I use both emojis and stickers. The ones I often use will be... (looks at phone) emoji... emoji where the face looks evil.
Gun: The usual. I normally use stickers often and my own AR emojis (laughs).What would you like to buy if you go to a convenience store?
Off: Water
Gun: SnacksYour favorite Japanese anime and mangas are...
Off: One Piece, Naruto, Demon Slayer. I've read One Piece when I was 20. And now I'm hooked on Demon Slayer.
Gun: When I was young, I liked watching Doraemon and Ninja Hatori.Talk about an artist who influenced you
Off: Bo Thanakorn. If it's a song... there's nothing special.
Gun: I got influenced by many artists but there's also nothing special. But I like the song "How Deep is Your Love" right now.What is something you would like to try?
Off: Bungee jumping! Wait I'll change. Sky diving. I want to try it a lot. I'm not scared of heights so I want to try it a lot but I have no one to accompany me.
Gun: Hmm.. I want to try exercising by getting up on a big surfboard onshore.If you were to have a fan meeting in Japan, what will you do?
Off: I want to try a food tour in Japan. I think it would be fun. It will be a workshop at Ramen or Sushi shop (laughs) I think delicious food is happiness.
Gun: Japan is famous for anime so I want to try this as well.

Talking about their roles in I'm Tee, Me Too

Gun playing the role of T-Rex
When I knew that I would act with 5 people, I thought it would definitely be fun. We've known one another for many years but still have someone we haven't acted with. I think that all of us 6, each with an individuality would be chaotic. There's also little opportunity for the members to go with each other. We also wanted to let you see the humour of each person. Close friends like Off is also there so I can act chill but when filming, Off likes to go off-script so it's stressful (laughs) But everyone, aside from my own lines, has added more to the script since the start of the filming. The staff then got used to us going off-script from beginning to end so it's very fun. But we also played with each other too much so we can't help laughing.
Who do I think is similar to me..I think I'm like T- Rex because I'm lonely. I'm scared of loneliness so I have to stay with friends always. We're similar that way. Another thing is I'm scared of ghosts! I fear it more than anything!!Off playing the role of MaeTee
There's a few opportunity for us 6 to work together so I'm very happy. The filming set was very fun. When we were filming, it felt fun so we added more to the script. Because of that, we got very mixed up/confused (laughs) Everyone is very close to each other so it's not like a job but it felt more like playing with friends. After filming was over, we continued hanging out, sleeping together. I am probably the mood maker here because I take charge of making it lively. I wanted all actors and staff to not feel stressed. It's a chill filming set. It was enjoyable.
Character that is similar to me? I'm not scared of women, chewing sounds, good news, and socializing with others. I'm not scared of being alone and also ghosts. If I were to choose, I will perhaps choose loud chewing sound of another person when eating. After thinking for a long time, I think I don't like chewing sounds like TeeDo. He's the one most similar to me.

Talking about Global Live FM

What song dId you like?
Off: "Fon Tok Mai" (Is It Raining) I like the outfits too. Song, outfit, effects, everything in combination, made the show great.
Gun: "Na Krub (Dai Mai)" [Please (Can You)] is a song I like so I sang it. The lyrics are nice too so I wanted everyone to be able to listen to it.Where did the both of you get ideas for choreography and outfits?
Off: When it comes to outfits, I helped a bit. For performances I like, example, "Fon Tok Mai" (Is It Raining?) and "Jao Chai Nitra" (Sleeping Prince), I chose it myself. For dance, I also came out with ideas.
Gun: For outfits, P'Arm made them. I like the blue and green outfits. I'm not really good at choreography so I let teacher think of all the steps.How was the performance of the other person?
Off: Gun is good at dancing that he doesn't lose to anyone. He likes to dance more than to sing. But I like to sing more. If it's dancing, he'll win. But because Gun is good at a different thing, the balance turns out well. We both went all out.
Gun: Since the first day I've met Papii. He has gotten better in a lot of things. Right now, he's an MC, actor, live, he can do everything. He wasn't really good at dancing during live at first but now he dances well.How do you feel after the fanmeeting?
Off: We have concerts more and often. But for me, I want to dramatize more. I must understand the characters by rehearsing for the concert over and over and accomplish it with friends. Before entering, Gun will be nervous. I will embrace him and tell him "Su su" (Fighting) When singing "Fon Tok Mai", we made eye contact "Eh? You're crying?" He may be absorbed with the song. A lot of Babiis watched it too, thank you. Not just those in Thailand, but those in the 60 countries too. I'm happy that they were very much interested in us. I actually want to hear everyone's voice at the event a lot. Even though we can't be close to each other, our feelings were received.
Gun: At that time, I was filming two series and had little rehearsal time so it was very difficult. I didn't dance for a long time too so it was difficult to remember the steps. If I make a mistake filming a series, I can still film another round. But if I make a mistake in the live, it would be like that forever so I rehearsed well with Papii. We've also worked together for 4-5 years so I believe in him. Before entering (the stage), I really get nervous, but Papii is not that much nervous. Papii hugs me and gives me encouragement all the time because he is there too. When I went on stage, I felt really comfortable and able to do it. If I were to talk about my feelings, I feel that we were able to connect with happiness. In the end, we saw Babii on screen, though we can't hear them. But we were able to receive everyone's feelings/passion. At first, I may have worried a bit but I was very much impressed.

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“Papii” likes mountains… “Nong Gun” likes the beach. Different places but our happiness is the same.

Off: I like to travel around and look at art. I like to look at pictures, paintings, or architectures. Whenever I travel, I often look for activities to do all throughout. For example, Khao Yai, there are lots of activities to do – sit at a coffee shop, go to the zoo, go to the waterfalls.Gun: As for Gun (me), I like to travel to the beach more unlike Papii because Gun (I) feel that if I travel to the mountains, perhaps there are more insects. I then get allergies. But the beach has a clear breeze. Even if it’s hotter, I like the beach more. Recently, I went to Phi Phi Island after Covid-19. There are still not many people travelling which made me able to immerse in nature fully – staying in the middle of the ocean the whole day, snorkeling, experiencing the beauty of the sea. It made me very happy. It was the first time to go to Phi Phi Island and it made me feel good.Off: No matter what kind of travelling we like, for me, travelling anywhere is getting something – getting happiness, getting brand new experience – enabling me to think of how to adjust to all kinds of urgent situations. Even though I travel to the same place repeatedly, it will always be a happy experience.Planning before stepping out of the house helps create a good travel goal.Off: I’m someone who always plans ahead of travelling. Suppose I will go for 5 days 4 nights, I have to plan out the first day I get off the plane, the time, and then look for a restaurant. I like to look for things to eat a lot and things I can do on the first day. I have to plan things like ‘how much would this trip cost?’, look at routes, look at opening-closing time. I check things beforehand.Gun: Planning is important. When Gun (I) travel, I will have some thoughts on where to go, but it wouldn’t be fixed. There will be some flexibility, some changes. But if there are places I would really want to go to, I must go. Like the trip to Phi Phi Island. We spent time going out in the city on the first day and on the second day, we went out to the beach. I think flexibly.

“Bangkok” is the capital city that tourists dream of going to, a place that “Off & Gun“ confirmed to be good and has everything.Off: I think there’s a lot of tourist attractions in Bangkok. If it’s just a trip to make merit, we have a lot of places for that. For example, the zone where we did our photoshoot today, there’s Wat Phra Kaew, San Lak Muang, Wat Pho. Across, there’s Wat Arun Ratchawararam. Other than those, there are other outdoor activities. I think every area in Bangkok has interesting activities.Gun: More importantly, all tourist attractions are close together. I can say that in a day, I can travel to a lot of places apart from temples. Food in Bangkok is great. It’s named as the city with lots of flavors. Additionally, there’s shopping areas that international tourists could shop at.Off: Bangkok offers a lot of activities – including adventure, making merit, eating, shopping. You can do all activities in our capital city. It’s complete in Bangkok.

Every place that has us… is a happy place even if it’s a work trip for “Papii & Nong Gun”

Off: Usually our travels will be more for work. But working here opens new experiences for us to meet fans who warmly welcome us always.Gun: In the past, it was mostly work where we have fanmeetings. Each time, there will be a day for us to work. Then we have a free day where we can relax, go out, shop. Gun (I) enjoy every place we’re able to go to. Going to lots of places that we have never gone before is a new experience for us. It doesn’t matter if it’s local or abroad.What is the definition of travelling from the heart and feelings of “Off & Gun”?Off: The definition of travelling for me is simply travelling. Nothing complicated. It depends on where want to travel to at that time.Gun: Gun (I) think travelling gives happiness. It gives us something new that we have never seen. For example, the last time I went to Phi Phi, I have seen it before in pictures but I have never seen the real thing. But when I was able to go there, it made me feel that it was nice, chill, and relaxing.

Aside from travelling, “Mai Rak Mai Long (Too Cute To Handle)” is another happiness that “Off & Gun” aim to give their fans.Off: Thank you very much to our fans for making the song “Mai Rak Mai Long” (Too Cute To Handle) very successful because we released it and in about 3-4 days, we reached a million views.Gun: This song is a big surprise. Gun (I) really didn’t think that one day we’ll have our own single. Usually we sing other people’s songs in events. But now we have our own single, I’m very happy. And I feel that it suits the two of us a lot because the song is fun. Because Gun (me) and Papii are people who enjoy and have fun.Off: I did my best for this song because it’s our work. We want everyone to see that we can sing, we can dance and we always make great progress. We practice as much as possible.Gun: Yeah. The two of us really exerted a lot for this song. We want fans who follow us to be impressed with our work, see another talent that we intend to produce. I would like to thank our fans who follow and support us always.

The meaning of “Will love you until my last breath” is a promise from the heart of “Papii & Nong Gun” for all fans.

Off: “Will love you until my last breath” for me is like finding someone we like and we can’t move on from them so we love them – love until our last breath. The gist of the song here could be used in many situations and by many people. For Off-Gun it’s telling fans that we’ll love them until our last breath or for someone we like or someone we have a crush on.Gun: For Gun (me), it’s the same with Papii. It’s loving this person forever, loving only this person until my last breath because they’re the right person. I would like to ask you to support this song too. It’s the first single that we aimed to work our very best on. We want everyone to enjoy the thing that we have worked in earnest.

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When A Man In Love with... Off-Jumpol

"Love" with Understanding
Even though the character of the young man "Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn" seems like he's an easy-going person, when it comes to love, he never thought it was easy. Because when he's in love, Off is someone who always uses reason more than emotions. And the most important factor in real love for him is trusting and not lying.When "Off" falls in love with someone...
I'm someone who doesn't fall-in-love easily, I can't like something easily. I have to meet a thing that I really like before I'll love it. With the person I'll like, I have to see whether our habits, appearance, and chemistry matches. Does the person have ideas that match mine? If we continuously develop together and talk to each other, will it be nice? When it's compatible and I fall in love with him/her, I become someone who must stay beside them. There must be no boredom/tiredness but only good things for each other.Is there anything "Off" can't accept in a relationship?
Lying is something that makes others lose trust in us. If they forgive us, then we're considered lucky. But if they don't, we have to lose that person. And who will truly love us if we're known as someone who lies..? (R: For Off, how many chances are you giving for lying?) If I love them a lot, there might be 2-3 chances. But if we're not close and they still lie to me, they need to get out of my life. I don't like people who lie. I don't feel like dating them. How will that turn out well for us? Because if they can still lie to me that much, will they lie to my friends and make me look terrible in the future?Are you a decisive person when it comes to love?
Am I decisive? (Thinking) I'm somewhat decisive. But before making a decision, I learn a lot of things. Before, I couldn't choose randomly. I kept seeing others continuously and I kept them as choices. I really never wanted to do that because it doesn't just cost me, it costs them as well. (R: Have you ever been in that situation seeing people like that?) When I was young, there must have been something like that - the hastiness of a child who just grew up. I wanted to see a lot of people, keeping them as a selection. But once I have matured, I felt that my life can't continue being like that. It feels lonely/empty.The words "love is understanding" for "Off", do you spend a long time until you understand things with the other person?
Is 1 year a long time? Well, about 1-2 years. Because I must be careful as I could. If I hurry and have a passionate relationship one day, I don't know if I can call that true love. Or could it be just pleasure or infatuation or lust? There may be those who meet and fall in love on the first day, but for me, I have to learn a bit much more. (R: Does this show that you don't believe in finding puppy love?) Puppy love in my opinion... I don't think you meet on the first day and fall in love. But if you meet them for the first time and you like them and this develops slowly/continuously until that person becomes someone you love...that is what puppy love means to me. But if I meet them, I'm still not brave enough to decide so fast on the first day.For "Off", what are the things you and the other person have to accept in each other?
Being ourselves. We have to be accepting of each other without feeling frustrated. Because if we have increasing discomfort, it's as if there's no happiness throughout our lives. Changing things we can change like something as simple as "Don't bite your nails", if you change it, it will be good for you. You will seem better. Things like this, you can change. How much can you fully change without a fight and then suffering? When we suffer, it will also affect the person we love. They don't know what the problem is and we will say "no, there's no problem" because we think we can endure it, but will our words of "endurance" make them suffer? If it makes them suffer, don't do it.Are you a jealous man?
I think that there has to be some jealousy during the first 2-3 years, but after that, I think there wouldn't be (jealousy) if we know each other's habits well already. I then don't have to be like that. I use words to understand him/her better. There will be some people coming into his/her life. But if I trust my partner, understand the person I love, I then must know what kind of person they are. If I get jealous a lot, it might be harmful to us.When you're in a relationship, what kind of boyfriend are you? Someone sweet, takes care, or a dependent one?
I'm not sweet. I don't take care. But sometimes, I'll take care by holding some of their belongings. It doesn't happen every time we meet. I used to see some people always holding bags for others. I can't always be like this. It's not right in my opinion. I just do what I can, just how much I am able to. But I'm mostly quite myself and he/she should then tolerate me about as much.What does "Off" think about the words "Men are always right or Men are always the leader"?
It's not right. This is an idea from old times. We have to understand that women don't think like us, they didn't grow up like us, they have to endure much more than us. Do we get monthly menstrual period? Do we have to give birth? Will we understand them in all things? No. Will they understand us in all things? No. You have to talk to each other as equals on things you can agree on and not. Which one for them is right, you must follow with reason and not your own emotions as a leader. If you take your own feelings and lead (the relationship), it won't end up nicely. The temper of these people will have no use.

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Fantopia

Please promote Fantopia 2020 for fans to stay tuned to it.
Gun: Krub. Don't forget the concert Fantopia 2020 on November 21-22. There's a concert and lots of other stuff.
Off: We'd like everyone to come. There isn't just a concert, there's a lot of booths for artist goods too. Please support Fantopia 2020.

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'Gun' Atthaphan Phunsawat, proving his abilities

"Peter Pan" is a word that came after our conversation with this young actor whom today, has developed to be a mature actor. But because of his young appearance, small stature, and playful habits, we then felt we can also see the image of a young boy in this man aged 27 years old like Peter Pan who might have remained a child forever. It's not surprising that everyone is likely to call him as "Nong".People of ages 20-30 and above who were able to see the folk dramas Gomin, Magical Armor, and once have seen the drama The Soul's Affection 2004 version of Nune-Kade, may be familiar with the young boy 'Gun' Atthaphan Phunsawat - the cute young actor who acted as Prince Gomin or the child ghost Saeng in The Soul's Affection, including other child characters in many series. Today, he has grown up to be a talented actor, a guy who is not afraid of changing roles. He has accumulated skills over experiences and has finally been nominated for many acting award shows and received the Best Supporting Actor Award from the Asian Television Awards.Even though Gun always has a youthful look, in that youthfulness, it wasn't the gentleness nor ignorance, but his professionalism which made him go through the harsh training from working consistently. We'd like to invite you to get to know 'Gun' Atthaphan Phunsawat with 17 years of experience in the entertainment industry.

"My mom told me that when I was young, Gun (I) said that I wanted to be on TV. My mom then brought me to all kinds of castings from cameo roles in advertisements to a few small roles until I was casted for the role Gomin. Afterwards, I had continuous acting work."

We started the conversation with a flashback of when he entered the entertainment industry. "When I was young, I had a lot of fun filming series. I would rest on set without sleeping nor lying down, just playing because I was amazed with the scenes that had the castle, fake cave, house - the things that I can only see on TV was really in front of me. I remember that my childhood dream was wanting to have a water glass that had my name on it on set (laughs) because Gun (I) started from a supporting role eating from a lunch box and seeing the elders have their individual glasses so I wanted to have one. But I can't remember when the first time was it may have been when I acted in commercials or dramas."For child stars, there may be times they're not on TV. But for him, there's almost never a time that he stopped from working. "I worked consistently but for just some years, my work wasn't that much. It could be different from other child stars who have matured and somewhat disappeared, but Gun (1) didn't grow up so I didn't go anywhere. Just acting in series continuously."Even though he didn't encounter problems like other child stars, it can't be said that Gun won't encounter a turning point in his life. "Before, Gun (I) wasn't serious about the future until I signed my contract with GMMTV. It was about the same time as my mom passing away. Before then, I have never thought about things much and had fun working. Then I had to be more responsible because I have a younger sister and grandma to look after. Honestly, before that, mom used to always tell me that Gun (I have) has to be mature. When will I mature? I haven't encountered a situation wherein I had to mature and change. Gun (I am) is not someone who was in the moment to think and I had to encounter that to realize it myself. As soon as I lost my mom, I then became more serious with life and work.”

Some actors might have roles that made them better at approaching the ropes of acting, but for Gun, he was working gradually, maturing, and growing up naturally. "For Gun (me) it's like doing things gradually – accumulating knowledge, increasing skills, and then the next thing will be increasing confidence. Gun (I) never thought that I am great. I just have more experience than others, so my work comes out nice. But one disadvantage for Gun (me) is that Gun (I am) is unable to convey and show others. Other people can do it but Gun (I) can't explain, I can't say why I have to do things like this. Probably because it has become a habit or an instinct already so I know I must act in this way. But if I were asked which role I'm best at, Gun (I) doesn't know it as well. (laughs) Some people may think that Gun (I) can act in dramas but honestly, I get tense whenever I act. If I were to compare, comedies are easier to act in, but Gun (I am) is not really funny."Do you want to go back to acting in lakorns (dramas), we asked because his works at the time were all series. The actor who was skilled in his role answered immediately saying he wants to! "I started from dramas and I really want to act in everything - movies and dramas. If there's a chance, it will probably be nice because it will increase my experiences. It's for myself too."On January 2020, Gun received the Best Supporting Actor Award, for his role 'Punn' in the series The Gifted: Students with Gifted Powers, at the Asian Television Awards which was a competition all over Asia and Australia in the past year. It was held in Manila, Philippines. Gun had to play 5 personalities for the role of Punn such as Punn's original personality, leader personality, fearful personality, angry personality, and dark personality. With a role that was challenging and performance skills that is second to none, he then received the award on international stage and the success of the series initiated the season two of The Gifted Graduation; making him return to his original role once more."For the first season, upon knowing that I had to play this role, there were lots of preparations for all behaviors and characters designs of all 5 personalities. For example, this one must stare this way or this one must walk in a bit of a slouch. When it was time for filming, I was able to get into character right away. All 5 personalities are totally different from Gun (me). But the leader personality was rather particularly difficult because the real Gun (me) is a playful person and a leader must have a demeanor and speech that everyone believes in. I couldn't stand in a slouch. At first, I was still performing indistinctly, and I had to adjust a bit. As for season 2, Punn will grow up and there's no scene where all 5 personalities will argue with each other. Each personality will come out in all kinds of situations. We know that fans are waiting to see season 2 a lot. Gun (I) will try not to force myself because if I do, I will forget everything. Just like when going up on stage for concerts and I get stressed, I then forget everything. I'll try to be relaxed while working."Before getting the Best Supporting Actor Award, Gun has been nominated in many acting awards, but it wasn't his time yet. "Gun (I am) is okay with losing opportunities for awards. Gun (I am) is not really brave to go onstage too. As soon as I know that it's not me, I go back to being relieved as well. I imagine it won't be me. Gun (I) was also not prepared for the Asian Television Awards. The more the competition of actors from other countries, the more it seemed impossible. Before the travel day, the elders at the company told me to prepare a little speech so I can be prepared. I got ready, but in my heart, I still thought that there's no way (I would win). As soon as they announced my name, Gun (I) hurried to read my speech of what I would say. But in the end, I completely forgot everything. At first, I thought that I didn't want the award, but when I was able to get it, I felt happy."Gun has gone through several performances in his 17 years in the entertainment industry. The thing that he wants to do in the future is not receiving any challenging roles, but a thing that he is not extremely skilled at and want to win over - that is, singing. "Singing is a thing that I'm not most confident in. When I was a child, mom and dad liked to let me go up and sing saying that they'll give money if I do. Gun (I) was not brave enough to go up and hold the mic. So I want to try it out once. If I concentrate, how much will I be able to do?" As for future plans in the industry, he said that he can't plan ahead or anticipate and simply let it be the function of the rhythm of life. He's simply happy with his performance even if people will think that the roles he plays resemble the previous ones. But for him, just having a side that is different from the previous will make him contented in acquiring the role he plays.

"If you ask whether I used to have roles I wanted to play most. Well, I've been there and now I'm contented with something simple. There's just details or parts that come out a bit differently. I want to try playing every role."

At present, if we talk about the works of 'Gun' Atthaphan, we can't go without mentioning Y series (both leads are males). Stepping into this role can be considered as a major turning point in his performance."The first Y series that people are likely to think of is the series Thirteen Terrors or the movie The Blue Hour. But my first work was really the film Slice. Gun (I) played the role of the young Nut Boonla. At that time, I didn't think of anything and I just wanted to play in a murder film. It was exciting. Ever since I was learning about acting since childhood, Gun (I) wanted to play in a ghost movie. I wanted to play in a murder film. It was exciting and challenging. I'm glad that I got to play it. When it comes to The Blue Hour, the tone of the movie was gloomy and mysterious. It was different from what I used to play as, so I wanted the role. Afterwards was the series Senior Secret Love which was some sort of comedy. People may look and say that Gun (I) continuously play in Y series but Gun (I) don't see it that way. Gun (I) thinks that there's differences in these works. Saying that even though people think Gun (I) accepts work that resembles each other, Gun (I) think that there's differences in work details. If I want to act it out, I can act it out. Gun (I don't) doesn't worry that much."For Gun, receiving Y series work continuously is not worrying him about how he'll be remembered. "Gun I) thinks that if I play whatever role really well, the audience/viewers will follow me and forget my image from my previous works. Gun (I) then is not scared of this matter. For example, in The Gifted where I played the role of many personalities, the audience will see that I can play a role like this as well."

Another obstacle for child actors is working with their image stuck to them. For Gun who remains to play student roles, we couldn't help asking him how he sees this problem. Is this thing a wall for him as well or not?"Yes, Gun (I) play young roles all the time. Right now, I'm 27 years old and Gun (I) still play the role of a high school student, a university student. If I'll be asked if I want to move on from young roles, there are times I think about why I have never gotten a mature role. But there are much more young roles at the moment. In my heart, I still don't want to grow up that much. I want to stop at just 25 years old because I still can't imagine what kind of mature role I'll play. Gun (I) don't have any extraordinary goal too. I work continuously, I'm not in a hurry. Others may look at it as Gun (me) playing the same roles repeatedly - Y roles, young roles - making me have an image that can't be shaken off. But Gun (I) don't believe in it. There's no set patterns for acting. If I am really able to play the role, I can certainly shake off that image."If one of these days Gun gets older until he's unable to play student roles, we asked him what he would do. "Once I get to that time, I may have to think about it, but now Gun (I) still can't think to that point. When that day comes, I may have answers for what I want to do next."When acting works are successful, the thing that is likely to follow fame is rumor and drama. "Gun (I) have been in this industry for a long time. I am able to see elders, many others or even people close to me encounter drama. Certain news have gone and passed by. I used to think that if it were me, it will probably be ok because it'll also pass by. Gun (I am) is really like that. I don't worry too much/take things personally. But if you asked me if my feelings were hurt after a serious issue, when the incident first happened, Gun (I) was filming a series. I felt that couldn't act because I was engrossed in thinking. It was all a blur even though I was never like that. Because usually, I don't really read those but they'll tag me on Twitter. I want to avoid it but I couldn't. In the end, I sought the advice of the adults then I was more comfortable that it would also pass by. After that, Gun (I) really didn't have lots of problems. Because I have been in the industry for a long time, I didn't have any bad news the first time. Furthermore, these incidents are lessons for me to be much more careful and think more attentively than before. But I worry more about how fans feel. They can't do anything for me and still sent me food and water. They waited for me. As soon as there was bad news, they might have been stressed. They had to fight on my behalf again."With 17 years of work experience, we undoubtedly admire him as a skilled professional. We can definitely say that before reaching this place (in the industry), he must have gone through several lessons. We asked him, what the most difficult thing in working in the entertainment industry was "It would be meeting a lot of people. Sometimes, I only know them for a few minutes then we don't meet. Therefore, we must behave in a way that we treat everyone the same. Another matter is that of emotions wherein we must connect with various people's emotions. Moreover, if I am someone who likes to keep to myself, it may feel difficult. But with the fact that Gun (I) have gotten into the industry since I was young, I am familiar on how to do work. But if it was someone who entered the industry as a grown up, it may be difficult to do so at first.""But the fact that I am able to meet several people all the time is also a lesson trains me to get along with people more easily. When Gun (I) was younger, mom didn't have to go to the filming set as well. Mom would leave Gun (me) on set and return home. Gun (I) would then play with seniors, friends, and make-up artists. I like getting them to play this and that."

Apart from social adaptation, working in the industry since he was young has disciplined him as well. "It taught me to wake up early too. (laughs) There's discipline and responsibility. Gun (I) was studying while working too so it was different from other children who could wake up late on the weekends/holidays. But I had to wake up early for work because I have an obligation. If you ask if I was ever irritable, when I was young, I wasn't really irritable. I grew up and became more annoyed. Because when I was young, I wanted to work. I was energetic. But as soon as I grew up, there's a feeling of 'Ow. I don't want to wake up at all.' (laughs)"*An important factor that made Gun stay in the industry this long is that the actor said he's in love with his work and he's determined.“First of all, I have to love it. Gun (I) likes working here. It lets Gun (me) do other things which may be difficult. I've been here since I was young. Performing is a thing that Gun (I am) is most confident in and I have to thank all the elders who gave me a chance, thinking that I can act. Gun (I am) is then able to work continuously even though my appearance may be a slow, cheerful, and a bit of a confused person. But when it's working hours, I am rather focused. Not really to the point of loving perfection, but I always think that my work must come out well."

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Mint Hangout: Off-Gun Taste The Stage

Taste new/exotic flavors with Papii Off and Babii Gun
A Chef's Table at 'Stage' - contemporary fine dine in Ekkamai welcome the duo Off & Gun. Chef Jay Sainisa orchestrated an innovative French cuisine for this eclectic night-out.When talking about Hang Out, aside from spending time together, there may be brand new experiences that we get to try something different. Mint had the opportunity to bring the shipped pair #OffGun "Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn" or the owner of the tag "Papii is not that handsome" and "Gun-Atthaphan Phunsawat" or "Gun Atthaphan is cuter than you think" to a change of scenery at the Stage restaurant in private.
Stage is a contemporary French style restaurant in Ekkamai area. This shop combines top-grade ingredients with advanced cooking techniques creating a delicious new flavor with presentations adding to the richness of every touch, led by Chef Jay - Sainisa Sangsingkeaw and a team of experienced chefs. We chose a corner seat at the private chef's table, letting the two young men OffGun sit and watch the chefs prepare delicious dishes in the kitchen through the clear glass while we talk to both of them a bit.Mint: Could you please tell us where and how do you usually Hang Out?
Gun: I will meet my friends around this area - Thonglor, Ekkamai. Sometimes I spend time at a friend's house.
Off: For me, I prefer to meet at a friend's house more. I don't like when there's a lot of people, crowds.Mint: Then if you were to choose where you'll go together, what place would you choose and why?
Off: Go to Korea krub because he likes it. We can shop in Korea. We can have fun. We can go out until night. If it's daytime program, I might focus on shopping at Garosugil area. As for nighttime program, he may be more experienced at it than me.
Gun: Go to beach together krub because I like going to the beach and we have never travelled to the beach together yet. Usually, we'll go but it's for work. If we go to the beach together, it should be fun.Today, you were able to try out the taste of Fine Dining and saw every step in the cooking process of The Stage shop. How do you feel? Which dish in particular impressed you?
Off: It's delicious. I've never eaten anything like this. I like the fish dish that Gun stole to taste. It's very delicious. I can't not mention the desserts. The coconut milk ice cream may seem normal but the scent and presentation method is extraordinary. It will be loved by people who like any Thai dessert with coconut milk like me. It has coconut. That's right.
Gun: Thank you MINT MAGAZINE for bringing us to Hang Out Fine Dining style. I'm usually someone who eats simply except when there's a special opportunity or when friends invite me. Some dishes that I have tasted are a combination of flavors that I didn't expect to match. But among everything, I like the desserts the most. The coconut milk ice cream, that P'Off is impressed with, is something I like too.

Mint: If you were to teleport to any shop in the world right now, where will you go?
Off: I would like to go to Japan. I want to stroll Omotesando area - take a walk, shop and look for any delicious foot and eat. There's lots of delicious Japanese food. The people and the culture are lovely.
Gun: I'll go to Korea! But I won't focus much on eating. I'll focus on waking up in the afternoon and spending the night (laughs).Mint: If we talk about Fine Dining style, have you both ever tried food in this setup?
Off: Honestly, if it's French Fine Dining style, I've never tried it. I have been to Sorn, which is a Southern Fine-Dining restaurant, and restaurants that focus on steak menu like Thaan or Flat Marble.
Gun: As for me, I really haven't come to eat like this. It's good that for this meal, Mint invited us to come to Stage restaurant. I'm able to try something new.We found one person standing up against the glass, watching the chefs in particular, and then it was time to try the Tasting Menu of the Stage restaurant in the concept of "Le Stage en Fete", which brings together the fun and playfulness of Carnival season in Europe hidden in each dish. Let us to tell you a secret that the menu of the restaurant will change every 2 months based on the best ingredients in that month.
For the best signature dish for Off and Gun, it seems to be Orechitte / Sea Urchin / Black Winter Truffle or pasta with cream sauce, fresh sea urchin and mushroom truffle and they were wow-ed once more by the dessert menu. Chef Rayca Limpichart came with a bright-colored Dessert Trolley, and served sweetness which would please dessert lovers like OffGun who tried the Coconut Ice Cream with Bread, inspired by coconut milk ice cream and the scent of roasted coconut like Kanom Piak Poon (Pandan Coconut Sweet Pudding) in sweet Brioche bread, which was most liked by this pair.Mint: Today, you were able to try out the taste of Fine Dining and saw every step in the cooking process of The Stage shop. How do you feel? Which dish in particular impressed you?
Off: It's delicious. I've never eaten anything like this. I like the fish dish that Gun stole to taste. It's very delicious. I can't not mention the desserts. The coconut milk ice cream may seem normal but the scent and presentation method is extraordinary. It will be loved by people who like any Thai dessert with coconut milk like me. It has coconut. That's right.
Gun: Thank you MINT MAGAZINE for bringing us to Hang Out Fine Dining style. I'm usually someone who eats simply except when there's a special opportunity or when friends invite me. Some dishes that I have tasted are a combination of flavors that I didn't expect to match. But among everything, I like the desserts the most. The coconut milk ice cream, that P'Off is impressed with, is something I like too.

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OFF&GUN

"Off - Jumpol Adulkittiporn" and "Gun - Atthaphan Phunsawat" is another close couple* in real life that fans follow to support and love wholeheartedly. We can see the #Offgun trend on Twitter all the time.
*คู่ซี้ - inseparable friends, buddies, trusted companionGun is great at shopping. When he shops, he lets me help pick which item is nice. But in the end, he usually buys two pieces anyway. He can buy everyday too, buy always. - OFFBeing with Papii since I entered GMM Grammy, a thing that I've seen consistently is his maturity. Much more now, he has grown up a lot. He started saving money and planning the future. I try to imitate him. You have to wait and see if I will be able to do it. - GUN

Please tell us a bit about returning to work with your gang of friends in the new series (I'm Tee, Me Too). How was it?G: It was very fun because us 6 are close friends already but never had a chance to work together like this. I can say that the atmosphere on set was very chaotic (laughs) I'll play with everyone and tease them. The person who has been teased the most is P'Tay (Tay-Tawan) because he allows his nongs.

O: Yes, it was a very lively set like we went visiting our friends. Right now, I'm filming 3 dramas with all 3 different characters. For Fai Sin Chua, I'm a bit bad. As for Girl2K, I play as a boss, a director. For I'm Tee, Me Too, it's comedy, enjoyable, funny. And among the 6, I'm the most grown up too so I invite this and that person to talk and play always. I like to make the set atmosphere fun. I want everyone to be happy. For me, maybe the most difficult role is to stay still because I can't really stay still (laughs) but it's opposite of how I am on the inside.How is that? Can you explain a bit?O: My external personality will seem like I'm chill and cheerful but I'm really serious inside because I want every work to come out great. I don't mind whatever work it is. I then use ways to make myself fun, funny, and happy all the time because I don't want others to see that side of me. I don't want the staff to get stressed or worried no matter how stressed I am on the inside.
O: My way of working is rather serious. I have to completely read my script first in order to analyze from beginning to end how the character thinks or feels when an event happens and then how will I do it. There's progress, change, or gradation in life. How will I do it? I will take note that now (the character) feels like this — This scene he's brokenhearted now. This scene is happy. — in order to understand and carry on acting.G: As for Gun (me), apart from doing workshops before filming the series, I do homework by myself to try to understand the role. I will also listen to the director at work for another time on how they want the character to be and where to increase accuracy. And then I try to play as they want without forcing myself because the more I force myself, the more I can't act well. Like when I was young, I played a crying role which was very stressful. As time passed by, I understood that the more I force it, the more the tears won't flow.
G: Gun (I) like to play the role that is different from how I am or like not myself. Like stressful roles, crying (stops to think) or aggressive, thug which is contrary to my personality and appearance that seems like I'm a person who doesn't fight (gives emphasis). It's really opposite of who I am. Roles like this have to use more feelings making me realize that I can design and share with the director that it should be like this and that. It's as if trying a thing I've never done. But roles that are similar to me are also fun. I can definitely act as myself. No need to be stressed out because I like to talk and chat. It's enjoyable (smiles).How close are you, #Offgun?
G: I can say that we're never apart for a long time.
O: 4-5 years passed and we worked together. We had some separate drama filming but we still had work together. We meet, hang out or when we don't meet, we video call on line and talk to each other always. I say we are friends who walk to the future (t/n: walk forward) together. If there's any problem, we talk. If there's anything we like or don't like, we say it honestly. And a thing that is impressive with Gun is that he is a punctual person; making our time working together happy.Do you have any names you call each other in particular?
G: Papii (turns to look at Off's face)
O: Ai'Gun (laughs)You are this close, do you have any arguments or have you sulked with each other?
O: There was one time we went for a run under the heat. And Gun wanted to play. I told him "Don't play now, it's hot" and I moved my hand and hit his face. He got angry. Another story is about farting (laughs) When we were rehearsing with many people and I continued to tease him "Hoie! Did Gun fart?" He got angry because he didn't do it. But he can't be angry. Like it seriously reached a point where we have to reconcile. I talked to him on line, apologized in order to know what he doesn't like. I will not do it again. Because if we're mad at each other, it will affect our work later. Therefore, we don't want to be in a situation where we're not okay.
G: It was only that time that we were a little angry. Back then, i think that it was a time where we both worked hard and each one of us was very tired. And we teased each other at a bad time. But it's not to the extent that we have to reconcile now. When we became much closer we knew when we should play or not play so we never fought again.

Do you have gifts for each other on special days?
G: What do you want? I ask. Don't wait for a surprise (laughs)
O: Yes. We talk about it. What do you want, say it. Example for bday, I ask. What do you want as your bday gift, I'll buy it.
G: Later on, I begun to start asking for money so I can buy it myself.
O: Meaning he says a budget and I give him to buy for himself. But when i ask, it's not really possible. But I must wait first (makes gigil* sound) For this housewarming party, no need to worry. It's definitely coming.

If you encounter a stressful issue or drama, how do you encourage each other?
O: We don't talk about drama because I feel that he has been hit (by drama) much more and I don't know what mood he's in at that time. If I talk to him further, I don't know if he'll think that I'm warning him or aggravating him. Therefore, we try not speak about it. We both know we have to do something. Suppose we encounter one, we may look back at the beginning and look for a solution or consult an elder because we're still young. Sometimes if we decide on our own, we may not be cautious enough.
G: But if we talk, we also encourage each other like saying "su su na / keep fighting" (firm voice)If you have to consult each other, what is the topic usually about?
O: We sometimes consult each other about dressing up. Like today, going to work, what shoes would look nice? As for the usual topic, it's shopping. I like buying vintage items. I choose a bit more and decide for a long time. I don't really consult him but he comes to consult/ask advice from me. Because Gun is very good at shopping (gives emphasis). When he shops, he lets me help choose which items look nice. But in the end, he often buys two pieces anyway. (laughs) He can buy every day. Buy always. (teasing sigh)
G: (satisfied laugh) Shopping is one way for me to relax. Until now, many people tell me to consult a doctor because I shop again and again, it could be a disease (laughs) I like the feeling of shopping new items and unwrapping boxes or when ordering and delivering items, it's happy and exciting. It's not to the extent that I cannot control myself. I just like to buy casually.
G: Majority of what I buy is clothes and shoes because I like to change my outfit style continuously. Some days street, some days a bit grown up. I try every style completely. I like to try matching items of girls like shirt, bag, and shoes with my own looks. Right now, fashion is open and free. I then can have fun again (smile). Before sleeping, I like to think of what would be nice to wear tomorrow, where will I take a picture. I think that I got this thing from my mom. Because when I was young, when my mom was stressed, she will open her wardrobe and try on outfits continuously. And she also likes to buy shoes a lot. Right now, our house is full of shoes too (laughs).What matters about the other person worry you the most?
O: It's matter about shopping (loud voice) I remind him always to save some money. Don't buy a lot of stuff. I am mainly concerned about saving money. I understand that now he can look and use it a lot but he must save too.
O: I tell him that if he has 100 baht, at least keep 30 use 70. Consider this a lot. Let's save a bit because in the future, you have to look after family — mom, grandma, younger sister — not just yourself na. Save some money na ja, Nong Gun ja. (turns to talk to Gun). He listens, sometimes he doesn't. Sometimes I remind him as much as I can. If we meet every day, I also remind him every day.
G: (laughs) About 70-30 that I was reminded, I can do it na. Later on, I also remind myself always. As for Papii (Gun used nickname to refer to Off cutely), there's no need to worry about anything particularly. I've been with Papii since i got into GMM Grammy. A thing I've seen consistently is that he is very mature. Much more now, he has grown up a lot. He has begun to save money and plan for the future unlike before where he shopped as much as I did — anything new comes out, then buy it. But now it's obvious that he spends less. He intends to save (money) because he's building a house (smiles) now, when we do filming and find nice garden decors, he asks for the contact number so he can have it done for his own house. I think that's about it. (laughs)
O: (looks at Gun's face) Talking about growing up, you can see clearly that now, Gun has grown up as well. He tries to look at the future more. Now he also thinks he wants to have a house. I then give him advice on what to do.
G: Papii is like a leader. I try to follow him but you have to wait and see if I'll be able to do it. Because I also still have various things I want to have now. I'm aware of it (makes sad face)Is Papii strict? / Does Papii scold you? (ดุ - strict, fierce, scold someone)
G: He scolds but scolds others (laughs)
O: Honestly, I do scold but I may not appear to be scolding gun. because when I scold him, it may not be believeable anyway, it's useless (shakes head) I must talk in a reasonable way. For example, if he wants to have a house then he must save money. I remind him and tell him how much. But if it's others, I might scold them. "Oh... What are you spending money on?" That's how I scold.And Gun, are you strict with him / do you scold him sometimes?
Gun: I'm strict when I'm with my younger sister (Pim - Pimwalee Phunsawat). Majority will be a talk about keeping an eye on her first. I know what you're going to do, don't do it na! Because I've been through her age before, I totally know it. (laughs)Who among you two is concerned about your looks?
G: I don't really take care of anything specifically. The main idea is to sleep more, drink water, apply sunscreen which I didn't use before until the doctor said it would help my skin not get damaged. It's not instant. You can't see it right away but as you age, you can definitely see the damage clearly. So I was scared and just started to apply cream and sunscreen seriously not too long ago (laughs)
G: But I would like to gossip that Papii pays more attention to his looks. When we go abroad together, my bag only has a toothbrush because I know Papii will bring everything – toothpaste, facial foam, nourishing cream, cleansing oil, cotton. He has everything so I borrow from him (laughs)
O: Honestly, I take very little care of my skin. i wash my face and apply cream. That's it. I get to rest just a bit and sleep just 4-6 hours. But i'm very determined. I exercise because throughout the last 29 years, I never really go to the gym (speaking slowly) I just started recently because I see others getting into shape and I feel that I'll be flabby. I can't be like this later on. When I see nongs newbies, they prepare for work a lot. I feel that I have to improve myself well every year nonstop. Recently then I go to the gym more but I spoil myself with food. I like to eat my cravings, like fried food, like eating late which causes the big belly (shakes head)You use the word big belly?
O: It's really big (making gestures). Tay said the first thing I should stop eating at night, fried food, sweets which are the things I like the most in life. I like to eat all kinds of Thai dessert — Khanom Thuai (steamed coconut milk pudding), Khanom Chan (layered dessert), Thong Yip (pinched gold egg yolks), Thong Yot (gold egg yolk drops), Luk Chup (fruit shaped mung bean dessert). Oho! I can't see... but now I must try to lessen it. Fans ja, please stop buying it first. (making a begging voice for fans)How do you both see your future in the industry?
O: If there's still an opportunity, I want to continuously work here. But if in the future our work becomes smaller and not popular/in-demand, I may also do another individual business. I might sell shirts or whatever. Because I understand that in this industry, we can't stay here for a long time. And people now may also not have a chance to work alone, but they must have a business or alternative work too. I feel that the world at present is evolving fast. Some may do this and not be good at it, then they can start a new thing always.
O: As for behind the scenes work, I also want to do it because I studied in this field. I want to be a creative making programs or a director. My experience is still lacking now. I have to accumulate more experience first. I want to be more confident so I'm not in a hurry. (smiles)
G: Right now, Gun (I) am 27 yrs old and soon 30. But honestly, I stopped at 25 (laughs). I like working here a lot. And if I still have energy, I will do it. If the elders still think I can act, I will. I also want to continuously do it but I may also look for alternatives to do on the side too. Right now, I have a small clothing brand with clothes I design by myself (brand GENTE by Atp) but it depends on my free time. In the future, I also want to make a brand more seriously and stronger than this.When you're in love, what kind of lover do you think you are?
O: Strong-willed/headstrong... I may want that person to understand me but also understand that in the end, us two have to meet in the middle. Because at first, they maybe able to accept me. But 4-5 years later, if they're tired, what will I do? therefore I think that in the end, each person must adjust and meet (in the middle). Even though I'm strong-willed.
G: As for me, I'm blurry/unclear. If I'm in a relationship, I may seem not caring about the other person's feelings. Because I'm also not really a person that stresses out so it may appear like I don't care about them sometimes. But honestly, I just might not be able to express it. You can try asking papii. I'm not really stressing out on anything, right? (turns to ask Off)
O: Yes. Or if there's anything he's uncomfortable with, he will look for something to make him forget that. Not having to keep thinking about it.Love for Offgun is...
G: Love for Gun (me) is a good thing. No matter what you love, it's all good — love for work or love as a lover because when we love something a lot, we will be determined and make everything turn out best.
O: My love is the fact that I am into something. For example, I really like working now. So I think work is one kind of love. I must do everything to make it come out good. If we're envisioning it, when we're doing something and we're not into it, the graph will be still. But if we persevere, devote and pay attention to it, the graph will keep going higher and higher, just like having love."If we love someone...we would want to do everything to make the relationship turn out best"

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July 2020

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OFFThere are people who say they don't love us. As for those who love us, there are a lot more of them than the people who criticize us. We don't need to pay attention to those things and keep thinking about it. It's pointless, useless and doesn't make us happy so we just let them go.

Have you ever gotten angry or sulky with each other?
I used to krub. I reconciled with him on Line. I asked "What didn't you like today? Tell me." He then told me and it was over. "Okay, sure. I wouldn't be doing that later on because the next day we have to film a series together. I feel that if it continues to affect our work, we can't be like that. The people do not know that we fought, but we want to make the best results come out in our work." In our relationship, we don't want to argue for many days not knowing what to do and why. We want to solve it and let it end as soon as possible. It wasn't a problem that was specific to our relationship as two people but it was a problem that reached the staff and other people. We don't want it to be like that. As soon as we messaged on Line, we cleared it. The next day, we talked to each other like before. We don't know why we argued. It wasn't a big deal as well.One sentence for Gun Atthaphan
"Keep doing well krub" (smile)How well do you think you know each other?
Gun, is there anything that I still don't know? (Calling out to ask Gun) There are probably some things that he wants to keep private. It's his right. If he has anything to consult about or share, then he will tell me. I say majority, about 90 percent in his life activities. I'd say I know those because he tells me all the time.What will you compare Gun to?
He's like a small dog krub (laughs) because he likes to play with other people, likes to have fun, and doesn't like narrow spaces. So I feel that he must be something that we live with and we're comfortable/happy with.Another success of OffGun comes from Babii. Do you want to tell them anything?
Thank you for having been with us for 5 years now. And we also have more (fans) and they're slowly increasing. We are happy that others praise our fans saying they're "cute, outspoken and understanding, not naughty". We are happy that they are with us, it makes us comfortable krub.You've known "Gun Atthaphan" for a long time. Are you closer to each other?
We're closer. 5 years have passed by and we know each other better than the first day because from the first day "Eh! Who is this child?" He looks naughty. When we worked together, it was okay. He is someone who is responsible in his work. Another good point of him is he is a punctual person.Do you have any discussions or stories shared with Gun?
We talk about almost everything. We try to talk about various things because we are close to each other. When we trust each other, we can talk about everything (What do you mostly talk about?) As I said before, we talk about saving money, collecting gold, because he is good at spending money. He likes to dress up and that usually requires a lot of money. But I would like him to keep a bit of the percentage/portion of his money because in the future we may not be able to earn this much. We must know to save for future life use as well.Can you talk about him in terms of work?
Gun is responsible for his work. He is punctual. We have never had a work problem because we are both responsible.

GUNDrama/Issue for Gun and Papii. If it is not really serious or it does not affect the two of us, we will not go read it or we will read but not feel anything much. But if anything is not true, we will come out and speak. But most of the time there is not much problems and we let it go. It will make everything better.

You've known "Off Jumpol" for a long time. Are you closer to each other?
We've known each other for 5 years already, right, Papii? (Asking Off) We're closer. But during this time, we haven't really met. It's a time for everyone to quarantine from the Covid-19 pandemic (But you video call to make and send snacks for each other?) There are some, because I was also free. I was free and had to find something to do. I invited friends to make dessert at home. At first, I made Khanom Jeen Nam Ngiao and sent it to Mook Worranit to taste because Papii does not eat anything like this. I made cookies that look like potatoes (laughs). The second round, I asked for redemption and sent it to him to eat again.Working with "Off Jumpol", did you consult him about anything?
If we're talking about work, Papii will talk more than me. He will teach me other matters other than work. It will be more about life. (Mostly what?) As usual, about using money (laughs) Papii likes to say "You should save some as you grow up and don't buy a lot of stuff" I have to look after grandma and my younger sister. Papii also talks about this often.Can you talk about him in terms of work?
When I entered Grammy, it was okay. I've been playing/starring with Papii since the first series. I felt that he was very determined because at first, he had a role as a host and he is constantly developing/improving. He is very determined that every time I go to the set, I'm like "Very good/Great job, Papii" (smiles)Have you ever gotten angry or sulky with each other?
We once sulked for about 3 days or a week. This is when we were shooting a series, probably about farting. I didn't fart but Papii said I did so we argued. (Who reconciled first?) Papii because we had to shoot a series in which we had to hangout with each other. If we still fight, we can't continue filming. Papii then typed in Line "If there's anything you don't like, then I'm sorry" It's about as good as that.One sentence for Off Jumpol
"Very good/Great job, Papii" (smiles shyly)How well do you think you know each other?
I don't know. I think I probably already know Papii.What will you compare Papii to?
The skies because I can look anywhere and see it.Another success of OffGun comes from Babii. Do you want to tell them anything?
Every time we mention this, I want to thank them first because they are dedicated/devoted to us. Every time we go to work, they go before us. Whenever or wherever we go, they always support us all the time. Right now, we still have Babii to support us two, it made us realize that they never left us.Will there be a project or special surprise for your fans?
There is, but we can't say what it is. Wait and look forward to it na krub.Fans want to see "Theory of Love" Season 2, is there any chance for one?
Season 2, I don't know if there will be or none. But you have to wait and see if Papii and Gun will return to work together.Please promote your work for fans to look forward to.
I will have a series which is The Gifted Graduation Season 2 and the program School Rangers.

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Atthaphan Phunsawat, Born in 1993

Now
I'm about to have a series titled 'Secret Seven'. The plot revolves around a female lead who likes listening to 90s music so much that she opened a 90s music club. My character is named 'Lift-Oil'. He is the female lead's cousin, one of the club members, and one of the seven men whom the lead suspects to flirt with her.90s Music
I was born in Lift-Oil's time, but I didn't really get to listen to music that time. When hearing music, I'd feel it's familiar like 'Oh... This song came from that time.' I actually like clothes more (than music).Yeah...That time I started to act in cloak and sword dramas like the morning drama Gomin. I also starred in several dramas.And I remember that when I was a kid, we didn't have internet yet, so I ran around and played with my friends. I liked to play as a director and create characters for my friends to act out as. I liked directing horror stories and make pretend that red syrup was blood. I let my friends spit out 'blood' in our front garden.90s Song
If it's in the series, I try to be into 90s music and always check with the female lead whether 'Is this song from the 90s?' I listen to them sometimes, but I can't really remember the titles. I must listen to songs enough for me to figure out whose song it is.Why 90s Now?
These days people tend to dress like the 90s more. Fashion has gone back to how it was before. My mom sees some of the items and tells me 'I've worn something like this before.' And when people start to wear styles from that time, it looks okay so more people get into it. Fashion is just like that.I think it looks good when styled. I like wearing pleated slacks, wide-legged high-waisted pants. But I won't survive wearing high-waisted pants alone. I wear a fitted jacket with an oversized shirt. Even if I'm small, I like wearing oversized shirts. Honestly, I have no fixed style, I just look at what style suits me.If I were a 90s Kid
It might be nice. But I think I'd like to be someone from this time and just use items from the 90s.90s Things that Amaze Me
Like the film camera, the polaroid camera we used to take pictures today. I was amazed seeing it. These days, a lot of people are going back to use film cameras. They're cool. I didn't really like them before. When I see films getting developed or pictures taken with flash at night, it feels charming. I still want to have my own film camera for me to play with.If you were stuck in the pre-digital era
I'd probably be playing endlessly. However, I'd like to live in an era with internet because I'm so addicted to my smartphone. If I were born in an era without internet in the first place, I probably wouldn't feel lonely and I'd survive. But if I've lived in an era without internet before and have to go back to that time, it might be difficult.I'd rather live in the present because if I want to look back and study past eras, I can do that. But if I live in the past, I won't be able to look ahead.

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January 2021

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Gun – Atthaphan Phunsawat, from a child celebrity to a young actor who defies all propositions in life

18 years working in the entertainment industry might be a lot of time for many actors, but for Gun -Atthaphan Phunsawat, this is the period of growth from a child actor to becoming a young actor who is loved by everyone. Other than his acting ability that has been proven by various high-quality work, when it comes to style, he’s also outstanding that it is worth keeping an eye on for GQ Hype. This week, we had the opportunity to talk to Gun - Atthaphan about being an actor with an unforgettable style.GQ: Gun, do you still remember the first work you had when you got into the entertainment industry?For my first work, it would probably be the cloak-and-sword drama on Channel 7 of Samsearn. I remember my mother was the one who brought me to casting because when I was a child, I used to tell my mother that I wanted to be on TV (laughs), until I was given the opportunity to play the role of Gomin in the folk drama Gomin, followed by Poot Pitsawat where I starred in with P’Nune Woranuch and P’Kade Tarntup. As for movies, I was in Pirate of the Lost Sea, Slash, The Blue Hour in which I performed with Oab Nithi, and 407 Dark Flight. Afterwards, I signed a contract with GMMTV until there were succeeding series.

GQ: Did you feel nervous when you played in your first drama? Because at that time, you were only about 9 years old.I wasn’t nervous at that time. It felt more fun because it is something that I have been wanting to do. Especially when I’m at the filming set, I’m like, "Hey! This is a palace scene that I used to see on TV. This is the cave scene. Hoh! This is the ghost scene.” It felt more like that since I have never seen anything like this. One time, I had a filming at Lat Lum Kaeo. I remember that the filming set was enormous. There were fake caves, palaces, studios, and halls. When it was time for a break on set, I’ll go run and play with our friends in those.

GQ: From a child star to a teenage star, you have always been in the spotlight. What did you learn from this?Actually, I must say that this industry has taught me many things with the fact that I have worked in the entertainment industry since I was a child. It made me learn about the implications, such as having to wake up early in the morning. Before, my mother would wake me up, but when I grew up, I had to train myself in almost everything which made me more responsible. Even when I became a mature actor, society has begun to be broader. They could find brand new actors all the time, which has made me familiar with approaching people, having manners, and many more. I feel that being in the industry has made me who I am today.GQ: And how about the negative aspects? What did you notice from working in the entertainment industry?When you begin to be famous and more known, I think that manners/attitude is an important aspect. Because there are times when people judge us from the outside and put it into negative reviews. They may not be wrong anywhere because they saw only that side of ours, but I just felt "I didn’t do it. Hey! That isn’t me.” Finally, I just let go and pass by. I do not want to keep thinking about those things because I accept that I must meet such things while in the entertainment industry.

GQ: You’ve been in the industry for 18 years, what other fields do you want to prove to your abilities in?There are many other fields. I have to thank the elders, including many directors, who gave me the opportunity to do things that I have never done, play new roles that I have never played. These are the best for me because I have developed my acting skills all throughout. Also, in singing. I would like to sing better and improve more than before.

GQ: Have you ever thought about ending your career as an actor?Never. I say it every time during interviews. If I can still do it, there are elders or seniors who support me to improve well. I used to think that if I studied continuously since I was a kid and did not do anything, when I grow up, what work will I have if I am not in the industry?GQ: If it is like that, then what is your motivation to continue working?I think it is my passion since childhood. I am someone who likes meeting a lot of people because deep down, I may be someone who is lonely. I like to be with friends. For example, going to filming set, I could meet elders, many staff members, people who make me have fun staying with them, talking, and happily playing with them. Working and happiness. These are probably the motivation that makes me want to get up for work. Another thing is that I know that there are still many people, especially Babii (fans), who follow and support my work. I want to let them see my work.Have you ever been like that? When I have something new and it is a job that I still cannot talk about, in my heart, I wanted to tell them so much. I want them to be happy. I want to let them know like I do. I would be like this every time when filming series and I will have series I have to star in. Because there will be an announcement day and they will see that ‘Hey, he has a project this year’ Anything like this and I’d be very glad.

GQ: What is something you think Babiis like and love about you?For me, I can’t explain how I am as a person, but from what I have read, they say I am cute (laughs), playful, something like this, which is how I am from the beginning until now. They probably love this about me. Explaining how I am is difficult too. I may be a person you’d meet and someone who is easy to approach. And I also like to play and I am mischievous like this, I guess.GQ: During the last quarantine period, what did you do and was there anything that you have never done before?I have to tell you first that I am someone who doesn’t like staying at home. In the past, if I’m at home, it’s because I would be going back to sleep. I come back at midnight and go to sleep right away. In the morning, I would wake up, take a shower, dress up and go to work. It has always been like this. But during the quarantine period at home, I felt that I could stay home for a long time (laughs), but I stay up a bit late. I tried looking for things to do to solve my boredom. There was a time, Khanom Tokyo (T/N: Thai crepe) was popular. I then ordered Khanom Tokyo to make it at home. I went out to the market to buy ingredients to make Kanom Jeen (T/N: Thai rice noodles) and let my friends taste it. I sent it to P’Mint Chalida. I sent it to Papii saying “Is my Kanom Jeen Nam Ngiaw (T/N: Spicy noodle soup) delicious?” These are new things that made me feel that I could do it. The trick is to watch it on YouTube and follow along (smiles).

GQ: We could see on your Instagram that you are someone who likes to dress up fashionably. Could you please try to explain your own style?What would define my style? I think that I am someone who dresses up continuously according to my feelings. What are the things that I like and what suits me? I will follow the trends periodically, but actually I dress simply. A shirt, pants, maybe there’s some pieces with details that I feel ‘Yeah, it’s cute.’ I wear shorts, sneakers, and then some items like bags that I feel would go with today’s look.

GQ: You say that you are a small person. Does it make dressing up more difficult? And what are your techniques in dressing up?Before I thought that because I am small, I could not dress up in some things. It’s only for tall people to wear. Tall people have already worn them like, oho! But nowadays, I will look for alternatives which really suits me. I think that it doesn’t matter if you’re small or tall, everyone could dress up. If you like to dress up, I say just dress up. I then try to learn on my own by wearing this and thinking if I’d survive or not, I will be able to not do it again. In the end, if we have confidence, everything will be okay.

GQ: What are 3 items that you cannot live without?The 3 items I cannot live without would probably be glasses, watch, and shoes. But honestly, car keys are also necessary (laughs).GQ: This time, you worked with GQ and Hamilton watch, how do you feel?For me, I absolutely like every look from the stylish street looks up to the fashion looks. But most importantly, what helps complete the looks well is the Ventura watch from Hamilton that has a black stainless case and silver stainless-steel body that you could match for all looks.

GQ: What do you think is special about this watch that made you like it?I think it’s because of the design. Because even though it was manufactured from year 1957, before I was even born, this Hamilton watch remains a classic. It also always has a modern design because this model ranges from leather straps to stainless steel straps. It made me feel that I could match it with every look.GQ: Do you like dressing up in color or black and white more?I think I like everything. It depends on the moment on what I am into. Whether it's a shirt with basic colors like white, black, colorful, or matching a Hawaiian shirt with shorts. But my main technique in dressing up is controlling the tone with accessories like the Ventura watch of Hamilton that as mentioned comes in classic colors, black and silver stainless steel. It helps me easily match the looks and also have a distinctive style.

GQ: Lastly, what do you want to tell fans who have been following you all along?Thank you very much Babiis for always supporting me. I think that they are people who have given me a lot. When I have rehearsals for concert, when I have an event, they will go and wait for me every time. The only have love and concern for me. If there is a chance for me to meet Babiis in a better situation, I would also want to thank them so much that until now, they still support me and they have never gone anywhere. Please stay like this for a long time. I’ll be doing many things to be better and in the last year, I still felt that those I didn’t really do well in, I will be doing it better this year. I will continue being with Babii like this.

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August 2017

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Gun Next Door

Over the past 2 years, we have been familiar with the image of Gun – Atthaphan Phunsawat as part of a ship because he has been paired since The Blue Hour, Love Love You, and the most popular one must be the series "Puppy Honey" that made #PickRome #OffGun become the top hashtags on Twitter as they're nicknamed 'scene stealers' who made the protagonist of the series like Kang-Vorakorn Sirisorn seem invisible instantly. While many people admire Gun's image as part of a cute ship, we admire this actor for being very professional. As we have seen from Gun's works since he was young, in the era of cloak and sword drama of Channel 7, Gun seems to be an actor with a variety of works. He has acted in a dark movie like "Slice" (as a child murderer dressed as a girl) and he used to create a sensation with a nude movie poster for BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE (2014), which would shock fans if they looked back at it. But by the end of this month, Gun will stun his fans again with a role reversal as a vile gunman in PlayBoy (and the Gang of Cherry).PlayBoy (and the Gang of Cherry) tells the story of Playboy (Mac - Steven Fuhrer), a male prostitute in an abandoned building and the Gang of Cherry's main drug dealer. Anyone who visits to pay for Playboy services will often discover that he is a masochist who loves pain. Pain is his life. The more tormented he is, the more his sexual desires will overflow like a turbulent river. One day while serving a special guest, Cherry (Sainam Kitikamara) searches for Playboy all over the building because part of the drugs has disappeared and Playboy feigns ignorance. When Cherry couldn't do anything, she then angrily beat up Boy (Title-Karit Chutimakornkul), a crazy child who was chained in the building. James (Gun-Atthaphan Phunsawat), who guarded and observed from a distance, then tried to mediate with Playboy about the lost drugs. In the end, both of them exploded with anger, along with a hair-raising murder incident.Gun grumbled about this movie saying "It's almost released, but I haven't seen it yet. It's been filmed for a long time already, probably two years ago." But it's considered a challenging project because PlayBoy will change the image of Gun from a cute and innocent boy to a vile gunman. “It must be called a 360-degree flip. I have never played a role like this before. It's completely different from the characters I've played before. I had to be an influential gunman - people should believe whatever I say - which is very contrary to my looks. Usually I'll be a fussy kid then suddenly I'm acting with P'Mac (Steven Fuhrer), who is taller than P'Nam (Sainam Kitikamara). He's taller, but I must look like the ringleader that could control him. He must believe whatever I say. I must be a mature adult. It was difficult."That's what the director told you from the start. "Yes. While filming BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE (2014), P'Not talked to me saying 'I wanted to make a movie like this with a plot like this. But if I were to let you star in another movie, I won't let you take the same role. I'd like you to take a role no one has ever seen.' Then on script briefing day, I had acting lesson and he asked me to practice the role. He said that this role would be raw and wild in the story as a drug addict, a member of a gang selling drugs. Honestly, drug addiction has been present in BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE, but this movie seems connected with the previous. James, who used to be a rich boy, stepped into a whirlpool of drugs. He's the ringleader of drug exchange. James has this restless fidgeting as if he always wanted drugs. He's a bastard who can talk and spit."Are you afraid that your lively image coming from Senior Secret Love will change? "Am I scared? Well, I'm not. Those are different styles and genres. The audience may choose to watch. People who have never seen me play roles like this since I joined the industry when I was a child could see it. Like when I was starring in Slice, it was a particular movie that the public may have seen the cover photo of then they may not want to see it. They may want to watch a feel-good movie instead. At that time, people probably didn't like to watch murder and stressful movies. But I am able to receive praise from the group of people who like to watch dark movies or directors in this genre say I'm good and played it well."It's been many years since BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE came after Slice. "It's been long, a big gap because BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE came after Slice was out for several years too. After Slice, it was quiet for me and I only had a bit of castings for commercials. Then P'Not called me saying he was interested in me when he watched Slice. I had an advantage that he saw me act in Slice. Then he said that his movie was indie. At that time, I've never acted in an indie movie so I didn't know how it'll be - how the set or work would be. That's how I became interested in starring in it."Slice was already dark. BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE was darker but probably not as dark as PlayBoy. "I think BITTERSWEET isn't dark. There was a bit of buzz during the poster shoot when the director said in the beginning that he wanted it to look super strong and wanted people to get excited about what it is. But when you watch the movie, it will be another thing. As for PlayBoy, my role is not as strong as another junior of mine in the story. I'm just a bad person there. But I think that PlayBoy was extremely difficult to film and very tiring. The weather was hot, blood must ooze all over our body, emotions must always be present. It was very tiring."But BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE gave you a chance to act in The Blue Hour (2015). "Honestly, that's not true. P'Nuchy (Anucha Boonyawatana) has once seen the movie Slice, which I'm starring in. And that day, I was working at her company and filming a movie (T/N: It wasn't mentioned but it was OT Ghost Overtime). When she met me, she said she was looking for a person for this role for a long time then she called me for casting. In the end, I was able to star in The Blue Hour and that's the origin of the ship Oab - Gun. Until present, we still have some followers."
But not as much as #OffGun and the scene stealer nickname. "We didn't steal the scene. At first I went in for a chat and P'Tha said there's already a lot of pairs so they wanted us to play a different style. When I joined GMMTV, just then there was a project 'Senior Size S M L' and coincidentally there were the roles of PickRome that the executives wanted me to play with P'Off (Jumpol Adulkittiporn) as the first series. That's how we were able to act together. But I didn't think that there would be a response nor would fans like it because it's 2nd and 3rd character, simply speaking, we were supporting characters. Then the whole storyline was that there were male-female leads already. There are just moments between Pick and Rome where one seemed cold while the other was persistent/stubborn. It then became cute for people to ship."Then are you afraid that if your image from PlayBoy comes out it will change you to be on another side? “I'm not afraid. Because people would still ship. It doesn't mean that the series is over, they will stop shipping us. Well nowadays, me and P'Off are still working together. So it's a continuous image that makes it possible to see us. Even though the series has ended a long time ago, there is still the hashtag OffGun on Twitter. We have works together and we see each other all the time so it seems like moments still exists. That's why I'm not afraid that it will break or what. Would we change pairs or not, I don't know. But now, fans still ship OffGun a lot."What should we expect from the upcoming PlayBoy (and the Gang of Cherry) movie? “I would like everyone to try watching it. I'd like you to watch some indie movies as anything can be done with indie movies. But soon I'll have another series, Secret Seven. We've already finished filming. Please wait for it to be aired this August. But it's probably not that ship-worthy because there is only one female lead in the story. Well, please stay tuned to it."

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Simple Day with Off

Smileyhound introduces you to Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn, a playful-looking young man with Chinese features, who has been working as an MC and actor. Other than his acting skills, what makes girls fall in love with him is his remarkable sense of style. It's another thing that Instagrammers become interested in. The daring styles, being himself, and unique mix and match clothing resulted in increased likes on his Instagram @tumcial until many people have become familiar with him.Today, Smileyhound has invited Off to mix and match clothes for everyday look and to have a friendly chat in our home at Sukhumvit 53.Could you please introduce yourself to our Smileyhound community?
Off: I'm Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn.Where does your Instagram name Tumcial come from?
Off: It's name I was called in our faculty when I was studying Communication Arts in Silpakorn.Could you talk about your latest work that just ended and you new work that is about to air?
Off: Senior Secret Love Puppy Honey was the series that just ended while Sotus S and Fabulous 30 The Series are about to air.What are the differences and similarities of being a DJ / MC / actor / model in your perspective as someone who has tried almost everything?
Off: I think each work is not that different. We must try to understand/grasp each before we do it.Among Puen / P'Tom / Bright / Pick / Name / Li Tang, which among the characters you've played do you think is most similar to you?
Off: It's Pick because he's annoying and talks a lot like me.And which characteristic of Off could no one compare to?
Off: My foul-mouthedness.Which activities are you currently into?
Off: Listening to music, learning about fashionWhat is something that makes you smile?
Off: ShoppingWhen mentioning color blue, what do you think of?
Off: The oceanWhere would we see you on the weekends if you're not at home?
Off: Chatuchak Weekend MarketChoose between raising a big dog and a small dog
Off: Big dogSeeing as you're well-dressed like this, how do you choose your style for the day?
Off: I choose purely based on how I feel.What's your must-have item in dressing up?
Off: A watchWhich clothes do you think make men attractive?
Off: Clothes that would fit / go well with that person.What for you is minimal?
Off: Simplicity and comfortLastly, could you please promote your work today to our readers?
Off: If we'd like to dress up, we must dare to think, dare to wear, and think that clothes go well with us. Do not follow anyone else. Have fun with dressing up and be yourself.

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June 2015

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Festival Boys

The first International Film Festival for LGBTQ rights has started. Aside from there being 15 films coming from 12 countries for this festival, 2 of the films are Thai films that will catch your eye instantly for several coincidental reasons. First, they are the first feature films of both directors. Second, both two films were selected to be screened at the Berlin Film Festival earlier this year. And lastly, the young men who starred in both films will soon be your favorites/idols. In this issue of attitude magazine, we had the opportunity to officially reveal all three young men. Although they aren't completely new faces, this work should be able to push them to the max without difficulty.

Atthaphan Phunsawat

Whoever has followed attitude magazine all along has probably once read Gun - Atthaphan Phunsawat's interview released by the end of last year when we interviewed Dirt Film group for the movie Bittersweet Chocolate. That film was deemed to have made Gun Atthaphan's name popular once again because just the poster itself was superior. With him taking it all off, how can it not cause a sensation? Gun's role in The Blue Hour is similar to that in Bittersweet - a child who suppressed his problems. "Yes, it's another suppressed role. I got this role since Slice movie. I once asked the directors of each movie why they chose me and they all said 'Your eyes look that of a suppressed child's. It's like you're always hiding something.' That's one reason why they always chose me for this kind of role."Are you like that in real life?, I asked. "Not at all. I'm actually a lively person (laughs)."From Bittersweet to OT Ghost Overtime, Love Love You until The Blue Hour, which movie was the most difficult?, I asked next. "When it comes to emotions, The Blue Hour is the most difficult. But a really difficult story was Love Love You which will probably soon be released near The Blue Hour's release. It's difficult because it's a role that needs me to be lively, funny, imaginative, fantasizing, and wandering in self-talk. P'Job (director) told me I was tense though I was in a good mood. But looking back on playing this role, I felt it was the most difficult. I had to run to the bathroom, talk to myself, smile at the mirror... Yeah, it was difficult."Are you scared that viewers will be stuck remembering you for suppressed child roles after taking on this role all along? "I'm scared but whenever I receive work, I would always read the script first. If I like it after reading, I'd like to play it no matter if I have to play another suppressed or gay role." It's the same for naked scenes, right? "(Laughs) Yes. I've taken my pants off since Slice and showed my butt. For Bittersweet, I've taken it all off. But now my fans are starting to be very possessive. The reactions are starting to be, 'Don't want you to go naked again. Don't want you to play this role again.' and such." Majority of your fans are BL fangirls, I asked. "There are mothers too and a few LGBTQIA+ while the majority are BL fangirls. The mothers have followed my work since I starred in Gomin from Channel 7. Everyone would remember. When I have a new show, they still follow me." Gun answered.How about your image with gay roles? "If you ask, are people stuck with this image? There are. But if they look in every story, each one is different. There's different role, different characters, which I can say that in terms of acting, it's not repetitive. There's always something that challenges my acting skills." Then did your parents have any reactions with this - both gay role and naked scenes? "I'm lucky my mom understands it's acting. Like when I had a photoshoot for Bittersweet poster, my mom didn't know about it. When she saw it later on, she said 'Hoh...You went for it?' But I said I saved everything and when I was taking pictures, there were only the photographer, the director and P'Mad. Mom understood and doesn't interfere with work matters. Mom only tells me 'When you receive work, look at the script well.' "Right now you're part of a ship already, but it seems you have several pairs. "Yes, right now there's Oab - Gun group already. But I'm okay with it because I think that if I make fans happy, it's the best thing ever." Gun answered.

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December 2014

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Dirty Pretty Things

Towards the end of the year, usually the foreign film industry would be bustling with movies that are expecting to be nominated for awards on major world stages - some Oscars, some Golden Globes. They're gradually released and some movies have done well in campaigns despite limited screenings. But it can also drag on until next year's award announcement (Not every movie can be done). But this year, we have a movie that goes against the trend - a small film like BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE, directed by Oompon Kitikamara, which is being screened at HOUSE RCA. Even though it's not that known, but the poster is very avant-garde with the announcement saying, 'A group of filmmakers who are anti-pretty film world.' It's interesting enough to talk about. Not - Oompon even said "My movie isn't a gay movie, but has a gay character carrying the story."

Attitude had a chat with director Not - Oompon Kitikamara, actor Gun - Atthaphan Phunsawat (from Slice) and Mac - Steven Fuhrer (from Threesome). Aside from working on Bittersweet Chocolate together, the three established a filmmaking group called Dirt Film whose announcement says they would make films which expose depravity of humans. All depravity that others don't dare making, Dirt Film will do it and they'll test out everything related to the film they want to make. We asked if Bittersweet Chocolate reflected all these things. Their answer was "It's not complete, this movie only tested imagery, ways of telling a story, and many more which of course has now spoiled the film, but we have all the answers for those who are curious."
(T/N: Talk with Director is quite long, I skipped but it's very interesting to read)

We have talked with the director for quite a long while now so let's go back to the members of Dirt Film Group. For Mac - Steven Fuhrer, we're familiar with him from 'Threesome' which came out just last year. As for Gun - Atthaphan Phunsawat, he has been in this industry since he was a kid. Anyone who has watched the cloak and sword drama from Channel 7 is probably familiar with him. Before his comeback, he had the work 'Slice' by Kongkiat Khomsiri, playing the role of a gay child. Gun - Atthaphan shared "I joined the industry since Grade 5, when I was about 10 years old. My mother took me to castings. From Gomin, I had the drama Poot Pitsawat which I starred in with P'Nune - P'Khets, then Ban Teuk Kam (Karma) before I left to study. Then I gradually came back to acting with Slice and this film."

It must be considered that Gun was recognized from the Mainstream, which is what people generally accept. When you had to star in Bittersweet Chocolate movie, the poster image that came out was considered quite strong. Why did you have to play a gay role again? Aren't you afraid that it will cause conflict for your future work?, I asked. "I don't think so", Gun answered. "I think starring in P'Not's film is okay. Like my role in Slice, it was also a strong role. At that time, you would have seen another image of mine. Then when I read the script of P'Not, it's like an indie film that I've never played so I really wanted to try it out. I think it's fascinating. When I'm on set or with the elders, since it's an indie movie, I think it looks like we're a family. We can talk about everything."

Some celebrities will think doing something outside their zone will make them lose their image as an actor. What do you think about this film? "I think actors, if they're really actors, I think they must be able to do everything. In terms of image, it's okay, but this film is something challenging and I think it's an indie film too. I can't explain it properly either."

"Let me help add to what N'Gun said", P'Not inserted. "I may have never said this sentence but it's important and it's good that you asked. The word image, if you don't have one, don't create one yourself. Because the image would come from your inner self and others will be the ones to validate it for you saying 'You have that image.' We admit that many trendy actors have their image, but several actors in industry don't have one either. So when you don't have an image, don't create one for yourself. Like if Gun is a teenager, a teenage celebrity and imposed this image, style, and personality, why would he have to fake it to create and sell his image? I chose Gun to act in this movie because Gun is Gun." And I chose Mac because Mac is Mac."

This question is not related to whether the character being played by Gun must be gay, but let me give you comparative examples. Mario was recognized from The Love of Siam. Everyone remembered Mario in his gay role and after that, Mario never played a gay role again because he was afraid that people would be stuck to that image. And today, the image of Mario went a different way. Or in the case of March Chutavuth, who was recognized from a gay role - although March went to play another movie that was male-female, everyone was stuck to that image that March = gay role. So the thing I'm asking is if you are worried with what you're stuck with in the future? "I just think it's acting. But am I worried? There are some people who would associate me to this image forever, but I think that if a good role comes, no matter if it's a gay role, I'm okay with it. I'd play it if it's really good."

No wonder you dared to take a naked poster "Why did I dare be nude? During the shoot, P'Not told me 'You're taking a poster image. It's a picture that I'd like to look a bit strong.' At first I didn't expect to take it all off, but when I got on set, P'Not said he wanted something like this so I was like 'Sure, P'Not' I did it, but in the bathroom, there were only the photographer and P'Not who walked in. I was comfortable. In other countries, some celebrities could take off this and that. Like in Slice movie, I took off my pants and my butt could be seen. If it helps make things more realistic, I'm okay with it."

(More interview with Mac and director followed after, skipped)

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April 2014

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6 New Hosts of Five Live Fresh

New Generation, the new wave of Five Live show. Today, Teen M Thai has brought the 6 new hosts of Five Live Fresh to introduce themselves. Will they be more handsome, cheeky, or hotter than the old MCs? Let's find out...Biography of young celeb Off Jumpol Adulkittiporn
Height: 178 cm
Weight: 61 kg
Born: 20 January 1991
Education: Faculty of Information and Communication Technology,Communication Arts, Silpakorn University
Special skill: Playing soccer, table tennis
Something he can't live without: Watch and braceletMy journey into being an MC started with P'X. Our Boss became a thesis professor at my university and I was teasing his students by taking things out of their bags and it seemed like I caught Boss' attention so I became an MC for "Five Live". It's probably because I seemed like a mischievous teen.For previous works, I was in MVs and I acted in Hormones - I showed up for about 3 seconds (jk). Some people may have not noticed it but I played as P'Bee's ex and was about to send her to BTS train, but she said 'No, that's enough. Go home.' haha I have a good personality, I don't really talk much, I like dressing up. My hobbies are reading fashion books and listening to music.Right now, we're in the process of polishing schedules and dividing time. Each week will be different. (You said you don't really speak well, then how would you manage?) Well, if it's a substantial/meaningful day, I might not be good at it. If it's insubstantial, I'll be okay.

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Jumpol Adulkittiporn

I joined this project so that I would be able to do good deeds. This is my second year. The first year, I wasn't able to be as involved as I would've liked due to the COVID-19 situation. Thankfully the situation has since improved and I was able to join the project again. I'm very happy that Sudsapda invited me back and I'm glad that I get to take a more active role this year.I really like this year's concept. Happy Giving is a term that's not flashy, but invokes good feelings nonetheless. Personally, I have been in the habit of giving ever since I was a child. My family instilled the importance of looking after others as much as yourself. I like to be able to give back to others. For example, at various events, I like to give as much happiness and positive energy to my fans as possible. It's not something tangible but it still makes people feel good.Giving to others gives me a sense of satisfaction in return. It makes me feel good and that feeling stays with me for a long time. We don't need to expect anything in return. People who give kindness freely tend to be the ones who are most happy.

Atthaphan Phunsawat

I've always really liked children which heavily influenced what I decided to do for Sudsapda Kon Lor Kor Tam Dee project. I knew I wanted to help children from schools in rural areas with things like scholarships, clothes, or school supplies. I wanted to help promote education as much as possible. This isn't the first time I've helped children. It's great to be able to show the children some love and to see their smiles in return. It makes me very happy.I've been the receiver of many good things too. Working in the entertainment industry since I was a child, I've gotten lots of good opportunities from the adults around me. I've receiving unwavering love and support from my fans. For this, I am eternally grateful. It still touches me when I go to an event only to discover that some fans have driven for hours just to support me. It's really heartwarming and I like to think we encourage each other. it's a give-and-take kind of situation.

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Gun Atthaphan Phunsawat, Visual arts major

Gun or Nong Gun. A good-looking young man who is a celebrity from class 2. Gun is someone whom some teachers like to think of as a middle school student or a junior because everyone in class calls him 'Nong Gun' and Gun would always call other people 'Phi' making several people misunderstand that he's really a 'Nong'. Gun is a new kid who entered this school in Grade 10. At first Gun was very quiet but as time went by, he became the loudest person in class. There are two Guns in class 2 and both of them are celebrities. Gun has several projects like 'Gomin' so people would call him 'Gun Gomin'. But when he starred in 'Slice', people would then call him 'Gun Slice'. Gun has several fans in and outside school. He likes to make his friends laugh. He likes doing weird things like dancing suddenly or things people usually won't do. He is also surprisingly strong for his size. He has very childlike behavior, but Gun has the brains in designing a show. Gun is great at acting in lakorns. He likes to think of new things and exerts effort in activities. He likes to continuously invent things - to create nicknames for his friends and have new vocabulary for his friends to use. Gun actually speaks well in real life, but is very different online and on BB messaging where he'd reply with 2-3 words like 'krub, chai, eum, okay'. Gun likes to spray perfume so much and sprays it like he's bathing in it. Everyone likes to think that Gun isn't masculine, but he is very much so. We can confirm.

Lastly, may Gun be lucky even in his work in the entertainment industry. Your friends are waiting to see you. When you become popular, don't forget your friends na. Everyone supports you na ja.

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OFF&GUN won the Best Couple Award for Thai Dramas. What does this handsome pair find wonderful about their partner?

Have they been a couple in their past life?! It's like they've been together for a long time.
Even though they spent a long time together, their relationship is still close and hasn't changed.

Q Say 3 things you like about the other person

Off: 1 Punctual 2 Hardworking 3 Knows my heart. He's someone who'd take a quick look at me and understand me. When I'm in a good mood, he'd play and joke with me. But when I'm stressed, he'd speak softly with me.

Gun: 1 Determined 2 Respects me 3 Mature. When we have work coming in, he would first ask me if it's okay. If we're both okay with it, we'd accept the job.

Q Tell us about the other person's charmsOff: Ok. Gun is hardworking and has amazing taste in fashion!!Gun: Papii is determined/driven and he likes to play jokes which makes others have fun as well. He talks all-day in the makeup room.We can hear the laughter from outside the room.Off: LOL was I too loud?Gun: He likes teasing others LOL

GQ HYPE 227

May 2024

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A Settled Life

Settled life and goal achievements of Off Jumpol at the age 33

Writer: Arinchai Weeraduthsadeenon

Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn has grown on the path of the entertainment industry for 10 years now. From a teenager who started out as a host on Five Live Fresh program, he gradually shifted to become a talented actor and now he has one of the most loyal fandom.Aside from this, he's an actor with an outstanding style and a passion for fashion. But another thing he's interested in are watches. He's an avid watch collector especially of Audemars Piguet, a high-end watch brand from Switzerland, which he likes. And it is his life motivation as well.Today we'll talk about the time he became an actor, his work inspiration and creativity, as well as his interest for watches.

GQ: When were you most creative?Probably when I graduated and started joining the entertainment industry. I had so much creativity. I wanted to do this and that. But when I got to work more, I understood that what I've imagined gradually merged with what I wanted to be. That is, I started to be myself more. It's like in the first two years of being in the entertainment industry, I wanted other people to like me so I tried to be someone others like. But after that, I started to be myself, feel a lot comfortable, and not needing to change much.

GQ: Do you have a watch you particularly like?I've liked watches since I was young. When I worked in the entertainment industry and began to have purchasing power, I gradually collected them. Especially the Audemars Piquet. The first one I have is a Royal Oak Selfwinding 15400, with blue dial size 41 mm. The other one is a Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph 26240, with white dial size 41 mm. I bought watches that look simple so I can wear them often. As for Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Selfwinding which has just been released, I liked that the green dial contrasts so beautifully with the rose gold color. And it also matches my dressing style well. I can just put on a white shirt and jeans and that's it.GQ: How was Off-Jumpol's childhood like?I grew up in a large family with a wood factory. My parents raised me in a carefree manner. There weren't many rules. Just don't do any damage. I used to have a reputation when I was a child. I remember I was close to the workers. Then during lunch break, they took me to dye my hair half-red and half-blonde. When I came home, my mother hit me right away (laughs) because I did it without consulting anyone. I feel that I've lived life to the fullest. I did everything, both good and bad. I've tried it all. Now that I'm 33 years old, I know how to behave.GQ: How do you view large family relationships?All 5 siblings and cousins, nieces/nephews live together. When I come home, I don't feel lonely and I find cooking meals fun. Some days we get along, some days we don't. We sulk sometimes. There are various emotions. I grew up in a Chinese family which made me close to my cousins and nieces/nephews.

GQ: If you weren't an actor, what career would you like to have?I probably wanted to be a stylist na because I like dressing up. If not, a movie director, it's been a career of my dreams since I was young because I like watching movies especially suspense ones.GQ: How stable does Off-Jumpol feel in his acting career at age 33?I feel stable na. I'm so lucky that I have this much people who love me. Fans complete/fulfill me. When I feel tired from working, I go on X and see people commenting 'Fighting na' or 'I'll be your encouragement'. It makes me realize who it is I'm working for. It's possible that a tiring day might not actually be that tiring.

GQ: Which role or project did you feel acknowledged in or became a turning point in your acting career?As an actor, it's the series NOT ME (He's...Not Me). I've worked with P'Nuchy (Anucha Boonyawatana - NOT ME Series Director). It's like she knew a trick on how to utilize me and thought me several things in being an actor - focusing on bringing out the inner emotions. I call that my turning point in acting. And I've always used that trick in every series I've starred in after.GQ: What is the standard for an acting career in your opinion?It's punctuality and responsibility. Being an actor requires doing homework and reading the script because during work hours, it's not just me working alone. There are dozens of crew members - from electricians, camera team, and sound team. If I falter, it will make the filming set team unable to work. As an actor, I shouldn't let things like this happen.

GQ: Who is the actor you'd most like to work with?Anne Hathaway krub. She's an actress I really like since Princess Diaries and many others. She's an actress who seems cool, nice, respects people, and a good example. That's why I'd like to work with her.

GQ: You've just renewed your contract with GMMTV, what will happen until then?I planned that when I'm 35 years old, I would slowly settle down. I'm not interested in having to compete with anyone. I'll be on my own and will continue to find my path. I may work in fashion or open a new business. It's a future that I must start thinking about now. Because if I start at 37, I probably won't be able to compete with the new generation. In my point of view, an acting career is not that long-lasting. Just like an aged football player can have a career of 10-15 years. I see those as the best 15 years. Or if I can continue, that would be good. But there are things I need to tend to. It might not be that worrisome now, but I must consider the future because I want to rest as soon as possible. If I'm 45 and can rest, it'll be a good thing that I'll be able to live my life as I want to. I'm currently working and saving money because I must build our home and take care of my family at the same time.

GQ: That means you're preoccupied with building your new home right now?It's unbelievable that I'm into this kind of thing too na. I must look at the furniture and various materials myself. At this age, I think I must start settling down on what I'll do next. I think people must have goals in life. If we don't, it'll make us go slowly. If we do have a goal, we'll do whatever it takes to reach that goal as soon as possible.

GQ: How much do negative comments on social media affect you?It affected me greatly in the beginning. I usually didn't use social media much. But working here, I had to use it more - from IG, X, and Tiktok. Social media has made me more cautious. Whatever I do, I must ponder on them a lot. Simply put, social media is another means to living. I think this market is big and it's the running power of the industry. We must keep up with the times, never be outdated, and always adapt to new things.

GQ HYPE 213

January 2024

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OFF-GUN, supportive buddies and top BL actors

Writer: Chatchadaporn Chuichan

#OffGun is a hashtag which has trended all over social media and it was the first hashtag which created the first new wave in the Thai series industry. It made a difference with the male-male lead pairing being taken seriously for the first time.

We must acknowledge the skill combined with the attitude and professionalism of 'Off-Jumpol Adulkittiporn' has created the perfect chemistry with 'Gun-Atthaphan Phunsawat', an actor who has shown us his achievements through countless television dramas and commercials, and braved changes until he was paired together with Off and they became the #OffGun of today.

Ever since Off-Gun's first BL series 'Senior Secret Love: Puppy Honey' which turned out to be pretty good with its cuteness and adorableness, they continued working together until late 2023. Many people probably can't stop smiling with 'Cooking Crush: How's the Food, Doc?' in which GMMTV gave nice roles for the pair and they followed it up this year with the series, 'The Trainee: This Semester's Internship, May I Love You, Phi?' Just watching the trailer, we believe that many people have fallen for it because aside from having actors like Off-Gun, there are main casts like Sea Tawinan, Poon Mitpakdee, Piploy Kanyarat, Kapook Ploynira, View Benyapa, Emi Thasorn, and Pompam Niti who have come together to produce happiness, cuteness, and tears in the world of interns who are looking to find their own true selves.

On this week's GQ Hype, we took the opportunity to invite Off-Gun to sit and talk about their journey on the path of BL series without giving any spoilers, but only showcasing their bond as Papii and Gun #OffGun.

GQ: Please tell us about your fanmeetings. We saw that you've continuously held them and that you've been travelling all the time.

Off: We have them almost every month.

Gun: After countries have started opening up when the COVID-19 situation eased, we started having them again since then.

Off: For example, last year we have just been to Taipei. Then after that we went to Vietnam, followed by Japan.

GQ: How is it good for Off-Gun's hearts to continuously hold fanmeetings abroad?

Gun: It's so much fun. It's like we get to travel as well. For example we have a fanmeeting event for a day, but at least we're there for 3 days 2 nights. We have the opportunity to explore because we have a free day to be out and about in the city. So we get to meet our fans and travel as well.

Off: I like attending fanmeetings so much. It's like I get to be with my friends too. It's already fun when it's Off-Gun, but sometimes we go as Off Gun Tay New team. Because we usually don't get to meet much, when we do meet up and go together, it becomes such a fun trip. We also get to hangout and enjoy with the staff we often work with.

GQ: Aside from holding fanmeetings continuously, from last year until this year we know that Off-Gun's work schedule and series are constantly being released for viewing.

Off: That's exactly it. We still are quite busy the start of this year.

GQ: Until today, 'Off-Gun' are still actors who are always well-received.

Off: It's been 8 years already. Gun and I are glad we were one of the first pair of actors which came about in BL series because I have to admit that this series genre was something new. From lakorns, it became the era of series or movie series. I remembered when staff asked me whether I'm interested to act in this genre, I immediately responded that I was interested as it was a new genre. I didn't have any expectations either, but when I acted in it and it became popular and everyone liked it, I felt so lucky to be playing in BL series. And I never imagined that there would be lots of fans who'd be following us until today.

Gun: As for me, I thought of it as work. I've come to work here similar to what P'Off shared. I didn't know if it'll be popular and if there would be people who'd like it. I just felt that this is a new series genre that people haven't known before. I previously had movies in this genre, but those were indie films. Then I tried playing several roles and genres until I met Off and we got to play as a pair in a series. The feedback was great and people started opening up to it. I see series as another genre of lakorn which allows people to choose what to watch. For example, we watched lakorns with male and female leads, but now Thais are more open to diversity and it has reached the international level.

GQ: You had 'Cooking Crush' last year and the viewers liked it so much.

Gun: Yes, Cooking Crush aired late last year and is still airing today. It's a cute comedy series similar to the first series we two have starred in together before - Puppy Honey. It's the same vibes. Then after we have The Trainee series.

Off: We're currently filming The Trainee. It surely won't be long until we're all able to watch it. This series is very fun, we have friends starring with us - there's Kapook, Sea, View, Piploy, Poon. They're a group of trainees. I play as a director's assistant of one production house and the trainees come to intern with us. The story would be about the friendship among 6 people. It's so much fun.

GQ: Off has already talked about his role in this series. How about your character, Gun?

Gun: My character is similar to me. He's someone who didn't know what he'd like to do after graduating. For example in this series, I went to a job interview following my friend and I didn't intend to get in and work there, but I randomly got interviewed and got the job. I didn't graduate in this field either. When I interned at the production house, I didn't really know how to do anything. And Off would be my mentor and I must intern with his team. With often encounters, several incidences happened. It will be about lovely friends and there is also a perspective on how people work in a production house.

GQ: You've been working together for 8 years now. We'd like to ask you to talk about each other.

Gun: Off has this leadership feel. In the company, actors would see Off as a senior, a leader.

Off: The ringleader/mastermind (laughs).

Gun: He's an older brother who the young ones like to be with, like to talk to. If there are any issues, they can consult him. And Off's cuteness is that he cares about everyone.

Off: I take care of people. For example, when the young ones have any problems, I like to give them advice. If I can help, I would. I don't want their problem to remain unresolved. If it can be fixed, then fix it.

GQ: Gun has already talked about Off. How about Off? What cuteness does Gun have?

Off: I think Gun is the middle point of his friends both during work and when hanging out. Let's say we've finished our work and go to eat together, it's normal for him to ask 'Where are we going? Where should we go?' If someone isn't going, Gun has a way of convincing us to come along or if someone goes elsewhere, Gun will convince people to go to the same place. He's like the middle point for us to hangout or eat together.

GQ: That means everyone loves 'Gun'

Off: It's a given. Everyone in the company would call him 'P'Gun' 'P'Nong Gun' 'Nong Gun'. There's all sorts of names they call him in our company. I've never seen anyone dislike Gun. Ever since we've worked together, there's no one at all (who dislikes him) because he likes to have fun, he's cute and joyful.

Another thing is Gun is a very punctual person. He always comes to work on time. As for me, I'll be half an hour late because I know he will come on time so I let him get ready first and get his hair and makeup done for half an hour. Once I arrive, Gun is done getting ready. I then get my hair and makeup done next. The two of us have worked together until we've completely known each other's habits and how our work styles are.

GQ: Off-Gun is considered to be a successful BL actor pairing that is still standing today. How do you feel about that?

Gun: I think that I haven't reached the point of what can be called success.

Off: Our success is different. Like for us, we see ourselves working everyday. We're happy and enjoy our work everyday.

Gun: I don't know what success in the entertainment industry is. For me, acting was the first thing I liked and wanted to do. I told my mom that I wanted to be on TV so my mom took me to learn acting at Kantana and to learn dancing at Grammy. Wherever there's acting or performance classes, I'd go take them all. When I said I'm similar to my character in The Trainee series, if I graduated and I wasn't an actor, I wouldn't know what I'd be doing because I've been working here since I was young.

Off: I think I've already succeeded these days and have achieved more than the goals I've set. Having lots of fans who follow me this consistently is something that I never expected in the first place. Who would think that I'd be acting in a series and would have fans, hold concerts, and attend fanmeetings abroad? I never imagined nor dreamt that I would have to do things like these. After I just feel like what can I do to remain here longer and make people love me for a long time?

GQ: What would you like to tell fans who support Off-Gun?

Off: First of all, thank you for being with us for 7-8 years. They must really love us. It's something that makes us feel like would we be able to love someone this much? Because we disappeared during the pandemic, when we came back, we saw them come back and be with us like before, they follow us like before. There's just so much happiness.

Gun: I'm happy to have older and younger fans who always support us. The fact they like someone without expectations, the two of us must thank them. There were several times they had to endure the heat and wait for us since morning to encourage us. They send us food and snacks. We don't know how much we'd be able to repay fans for how much they given us. The two of us would be working hard and have nice projects for them to watch because they're so happy to see Off and I starring in a series together again each year. And we'll try to look for new things for them to see.

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