Thai heartthrobs Mile Phakphum and Apo Nattawin, known for their starring roles in the drama series Boylove KinnPorsche: the seriesare currently embroiled in intense controversy after their fan meeting event. The duo is facing backlash on social media for what many are calling excessive and inappropriate behavior on stage.
During the fancon held in Thailand, Mile and Apo exchanged a passionate kiss on stage, followed by a series of provocatively intimate gestures. The two actors appeared shirtless, acted out a “bed scene” together in front of thousands of fans, cuddling and teasing each other in a way that many found uncomfortable and inappropriate especially for a public event with a wide age range in the audience.
Photos and videos of the event quickly circulated online, with critics accusing the actors of crossing the line. Many netizens expressed concern that Mile and Apo were belittling themselves and exploiting the LGBTQ+ community for profit and popularity. Comments labeled the performance as “exaggerated”, “disrespectful” and “a publicity stunt at the expense of decency”.
Adding fuel to the fire is the previous controversy involving Mile. Although fans heavily criticized the on-screen couple during and after the airing of Porsche chinit was revealed that Mile has been in a committed relationship with a girl for three years. What upset fans was not the fact that he was caught, but the fact that he continued to play up the “couple” image with Apo off-screen despite having a relationship in real life, leading many to accuse him of manipulating fan sentiment.
As the backlash continues to grow, neither Mile nor Apo have issued any public response.
Mile Phakphum, born in 1992, is not only a popular actor and singer, but comes from a prestigious background. He is an heir to the influential Romsaitong family, which holds business interests throughout Kalasin, Thailand. Her father is the director of Kalasin Plaza and her mother is a finance expert and member of the royal-backed Federation of Women Entrepreneurs. The family also holds stakes in several hospitals and hotels in the region.
Apo Nattawin, born in 1994, is an actor and model who entered the entertainment industry in 2014. Despite various roles, KinnPorsche: the series it remains his most iconic and career-defining project to date.
While fans and audiences await a statement from the stars or their agencies, the controversy surrounding their fancon performance remains one of the most hotly debated topics in Thai entertainment this week.
Sources: K14
