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As The Beatles once put it in the song The End, “The love you take is equal to the love you make”. The meteoric rise of Fourth Nattawat was not a circumstance in a vacuum. Through acting, performing, and even clothing design, the 21-year-old Thai artiste has found numerous ways to share his light with the world. With a palpable connection with his fans that transcends barriers of culture and language, alongside critically-acclaimed performances as a high school music club leader in My School President (2022) and the endearing, yet angsty nephew of a chicken rice shop owner in Moonlight Chicken (2023), Fourth has earned the love of his fans through his refined demonstration of vulnerability on screen and magnetic charm. With the year coming to an end, Fourth reflects on the ways he has given himself to the world and how it has reciprocated with the same level of fervour.
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When you think of the word “gift”, what comes to mind? Has that changed since you began your career?
Love, good intentions, good relationships, and the act of giving itself.
You have often called your fans the “benefactors” of your journey. What’s the most unexpected way that giving back to them has changed you?
I feel grateful to everyone who has loved me from the beginning. How I’d like to give back is by putting my heart and soul into every project and delivering it the best I can, so it matches the love they have given me.
You juggle acting, singing, fashion and studying. How do you handle the feeling of being given so much while also carrying expectations that sometimes feel like a debt?
Initially, I felt a lot of pressure as everything happened so quickly. Being mindful was important — my dad has always taught me to think through each step and find ways to stay in control. Sometimes things go well; sometimes they don’t. Either way, I try to do my best each time.
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What’s the most meaningful, unexpected gift you have ever received — in life or your career — and how did it change your path?
I’m lucky to have been raised well by my family. Through my work, I’ve had opportunities that led me to fame and an income that allowed me to take care of my family earlier than I ever expected.
You have given characters to audiences, experiences to fans, and pieces of yourself. Which of these gifts carries the most weight for you, and why?
Honestly, everything. They all have meaning, depending on how the person receiving them feels. Every part and every role matters, so I try to express them to the best of my ability.
There’s a quiet generosity in choosing to stay grounded despite fame. What keeps you humble?
I see everyone as equal, rather than separating them as celebrities or not. The foundation is to respect one another and to be yourself.
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Your fans give you their time, attention and love. How do you take that in wihout losing yourself?
At first, I felt a sense of losing myself because suddenly so many eyes were on me. I didn’t know how to act because it was a new experience. But with time, I got used to it — now what you see is who I am in real life, so there’s no need to change.
What’s something small that recently made you smile?
I’m really easy to crack up, so anything, really, is enough to make me smile or laugh.
If you could relive one day from the past year, which would it be, and why?
If I could choose, I wouldn’t pick just one day — I’d go back to every day. Even if those days were already good, I’d want them to be even better, even though I know that’s impossible. However, realistically, I try to treat each day as a lesson to grow from; there’s no need to go back.
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What song have you been listening to on repeat lately?
My song Side To Side featuring P’Mabelz. Please check it out!
Is there a place you go whenever you need to clear your mind or recharge?
I haven’t got much time to go anywhere these days, but my very religious mum likes taking me to temples. I’d say I visit temples the most often.
You once mentioned feeling “a lack of purpose” when everything moved too fast. Looking back, was that feeling itself a gift? What did it teach you about giving?
I entered the industry fairly young, and everything moved very quickly. Did I have a clear goal then? Not really. But receiving opportunities and love early on was a very lucky experience.
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As you grow older, you said, “the older I get, the more expectations I feel.” How do you balance the gift of growth with the burden of expectation?
My family never pressured or expected anything from me. But since losing my dad, I felt the need to grow up more, take on more responsibilities, live happily and look after my family. This is why I work really hard.
Whenever someone misunderstands your intentions, do you feel the urge to explain yourself or give them the benefit of doubt?
I’ll explain if someone asks me directly. However if they misunderstand or assume things on their own, I might let it go. We can’t control other people’s thoughts. Those who know me will understand.
What does forgiveness mean to you in an industry that rarely forgives mistakes?
This one is quite hard to answer. To me, forgiveness means learning from mistakes — your own and others’ — and not allowing them to happen again.
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What do you wish people understand about the difference between being generous and being available?
I think generosity and being accessible are different. Being generous is wanting to give or being happy to give from the heart. Being available is simply being present for others to see or reach.
You mentioned you want your work to feel intimate. How do you create intimacy as a gift without overwhelming the audience?
There’s no way to quantify it, as “too much” or “not enough” depends on the person perceiving it. For me, what I can do is to put effort into my work and strive for the best results.
Loss and illness happen to everyone. When you talked about falling ill or losing loved ones, did those experiences teach you a new kind of giving?
Perspectives change with experience. When I lost my dad, someone I loved so much, I felt I had to pay more attention to everything, such as health, love and how I give myself to others. I became more aware of the cycle of life, which has made me more careful and mindful in my decisions.
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What happens when you give everything you can, and it’s still not enough?
There’s nothing much you can do — just let go.
Which parts of yourself do you keep only for yourself?
My life, my spirit, and who i am. Those are things i can’t give away. [Laughs]
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Creative Direction & Styling Izwan Abdullah
Photography Waroon Tuang
Executive Producer & Interview Manfred Lu
Story LingJie Tuang
Grooming Pornpichit Khumngen
Hair Thanupol Phoothepamornkul
Styling Assistant Kanokphit Janit
Production Ratchada Tubtimphet
Set Design Chatree Khamph
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