Popular Thai actor James Jirayu Tangsrisuk has given several incredible on-screen performances since making his acting debut. From heart-fluttering romances to suspenseful thrillers, the actor has showcased his impressive versatility in multiple projects. The actor won the Nataraj Award for Best Actor for Krong Kam in 2020. Here’s a look at Thai Dramas starring James Jirayu Tangsrisuk.
Khun Chai Phutthiphat
Khun Chai Phutthiphat premiered on May 3, 2013, on Channel 3. It follows the life of a young surgeon, Phat Phutthiphat Juthathep (James), who has no time for love as he pursues his medical career. The doctor’s grandmothers try to set him up with Maratee (Noey Chotika Wongwilas). However, he does not have romantic feelings for her. Things take a turn when Phat ends up at a beauty pageant and falls in love at first sight with the winner, Krongkaew (Bella Ranee Campen).
Neung Nai Suang
Neung Nai Suang (Only You in My Heart) stars James as Neung and Yaya Urassaya Sperbund as Poom. The Thai Drama premiered on May 28, 2015. Neung, the son of an elite family, falls for Poom, a girl with no parents, at first sight after crossing paths at a party. However, Neung isn’t aware that the two share a history, but he’s forgotten her. When they were young, Neung looked down upon Poom for not having parents. Therefore, she profoundly resents him in the present day and rejects his dance offer at the party. Neung then decides to make Poom fall for him after the “embarrassment.”
Padiwaradda
James’ Thai Drama Padiwaradda stars him as Saran and Bella as Rin Rapee. The drama first aired on January 13, 2016, on Channel 3. A promise made between two families to marry their children comes with complications. Rin, the adopted daughter, disguises herself as the real daughter and marries Saran to fulfill her father’s promise to the family. Despite knowing he has been deceived, Saran continues to live with Rin as love between them blooms.
Buang Hong
Buang Hong premiered on March 14, 2017. It follows Pimlapas’ (Kimberley Anne Woltemas) downfall, the daughter of a wealthy man loses everything overnight after her father passes away. Not only that, her boyfriend also dumps her. As Pimlapas finds herself in a desperate situation, she takes up an offer to steal some documents from Ramet (James), a hotel owner. Things take a turn when the two begin to fall for each other, however, Ramet finds out about the truth.
Game Sanaeha
James Jirayu’s Thai Drama Game Sanaeha stars him as Lakkhanai and Taew Natapohn Tameeruks as Muanchanok. It premiered on June 25, 2018. When Muanchanok goes to study abroad for two years, her family falls apart after her parents get divorced and her father gets married to a younger woman. The circumstances turn Muanchanok into a cynical person. Things take a turn when Lakkhanai gets employed in Muanchanok’s father’s company and starts living at their house. Despite being at odds with each other, the two gradually develop feelings.
Krong Kam
Krong Kam premiered on February 26, 2019. The drama follows the story of Kamol/Asa (James), who brings home a wife while already having a fiancee. However, things are complicated further as his new wife is a pregnant prostitute, Reynu (Bella).
The Deadly Affair
The intense drama The Deadly Affair premiered on July 4, 2022. After Aphinan (James) killed Jetiya’s (Gina Yeena Salas) fiancé in a hit-and-run while intoxicated, he was sentenced to six years in prison, while his girlfriend Mink was pregnant. However, he gets released early because of good behavior. But upon his release, he finds out that Mink killed herself following a miscarriage. Jetiya, who is upset with Aphinan’s early release, sets up Aphinan’s punishment on an island.
To the Moon and Back
James Jirayu Tangsrisuk’s Thai Drama To the Moon and Back stars him as Purim and Toey Jarinporn Joonkiat as Matalada. Purim, a neurosurgeon, comes from a privileged family but leaves them to pursue an independent life out of his father’s control. His life is turned upside down when he comes across Matalada, his neighbor, who has been raised by a loving single father. Matalada’s upbringing begins to warm Purim’s heart.
