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Interview: Adisak ‘Das’ Pongsampan on his award-winning manga and the industry’s future
The mind behind “Before Becoming the Buddha” talks manga with BK. 
Interview: Pim Wangtechawat on her debut time travel novel ‘The Moon Represents My Heart'
“My affection is real, and my love is true. The moon represents my heart.”
Immerse yourself in an artistic experience at Siam Paragon with the launch of “Siam Paragon’s World Art Collective”
One of the city’s most famous retail destinations is now home to a swath of art by local and international artists.
The team behind the People’s Party-inspired play ‘Before 2475’ discusses history and controversy
BK speaks with the Aorta team on humanizing historical icons.
Philip Colbert and Siam Paragon team up to create a “Lobster Wonderland” this Songkran
Siam Paragon is Bangkok’s beating heart. For this Thai New Year, with unmissable concerts, Songkran-themed contests, and more staged around the iconic pop artist’s “Lobster...
ICONSIAM: A beacon for Thai art and culture on the world stage
The shopping destination is taking a bold step to elevate Thailand’s art and culture.
Chatuchak gets an independent zine and workshop community space
A one-stop-shop for all things artsy.
South Sukhumvit transforms into creative playground for Bangkok Design Week debut
Exhibitions, markets, seminars, workshops, and tours from Jan. 27 to Feb. 4.
Bangkok Design Week is back next week and here are ten events you can’t miss
With over 500 activities spread across 15 Bangkok neighborhoods, here are a few to get you started.
Thai fashion brand Poem unveils collection at first solo show in Shanghai
Blending cultures and refining hour-glass figures.
Photo: Hear and Found / Courtesy
Hear and Found gives a musical voice to Thailand’s ethnic groups
From birdsong to stories, Sirasa Boonma tells BK about the value of recording Thailand.
Photo: Mai Nardone / Mailee Osten-Tan
Mai Nardone on his debut ‘Welcome Me to the Kingdom’
Elvis impersonator, skin whitening, sex tourism—the big English-language book about Thailand this year is a collection that spans decades and takes dark turns. 
Photo: Jutharat Pinyodoonyachet
Meet the female Thai photographer who shot the Oscars red carpet this year
"To be a working female photographer in such a male-dominated industry in Thailand is really hard. Here in New York, I know that my hard work will be reciprocated fairly."
Immerse yourself in the 'Van Gogh Alive' exhibition at Icon Siam
This exhibition has been all over the world. Now, it’s Bangkok’s turn.
Theater director longs to shine a light on creative plays in Thailand
Rangsimun “Potae” Kitchaijaroen helped bring the first ever immersive musical theater performance to Bangkok. What’s next?
Maritoey’s ‘Lonely Girls’ exhibition is on in Charoenkrung
Feeling lonely in the big city? Maritoey’s adorable work might hit you right in the feels.
The Bangkok Art Biennale returns in Oct to transform 11 venues into playful canvases
This will keep you art lovers busy for the rest of the year. 
Romance in the red light district with ‘Tchaikovsky in Twilight’ in Patpong
Climb above Bar Bar BDSM and tune your G-string to D minor. 
Hip-hop star Milli eats mango sticky rice on stage at Coachella
The teenage rap sensation becomes the first solo Thai act to grace the event.
Photos via Teerayut Puechpen
Artist’s unique style adds passion to Bangkok’s streets and skateboards
Netflix, Converse, Red Bull—TRK is everywhere.
Image: Bang Sue Electrix
Up-and-comer MC Sunthii: 'I think the hip-hop industry is booming'
"People are excited to see women rapping and making progress in this industry. We become an inspiration."