Thai actor Pond Naravit publicly shared for the first time that his mother contracted dengue fever while eight months pregnant, bringing her and his grandmother to a Mother's Day event together.
Thai actor Pond Naravit brought his mother and grandmother to a public event together for the first time, appearing at a Mother's Day occasion. The event gave him an opportunity to share a deeply personal story he had never revealed publicly before: when his mother was eight months pregnant, she contracted dengue fever, and doctors presented his father with an impossible choice between saving the mother or the child.
Pond revealed that he has known about his mother's dengue diagnosis during pregnancy for a long time, but was hesitant to share it with others because of its sensitive nature and the sadness it brought whenever he thought about it. He expressed deep pride in how much he has grown and reached this point in his life.
When asked if this was the first time bringing his mother and grandmother to an event, Pond said it was indeed the first time. He noted that his mother is normally shy, but was willing to attend after learning about the event. He explained that he doesn't need to brief them much because they have attended many of his events and understand what to expect. On Mother's Day, he tries to make time to stay home and at least share dinner with them, acknowledging that their work schedule is quite demanding.
When asked what he wanted to tell his mother and grandmother, Pond said: "I'm grateful to have been born as your child and grandson. Even though life has had its share of difficulties, you have raised me to be a good person. I believe that."
Regarding when he learned about his mother's dengue illness, Pond said he had known for a long time but was reluctant to share it, feeling it should come from his mother herself. He admitted being somewhat shocked that she found the courage to tell the story. He said that knowing about this experience makes him always forgive his mother when conflicts arise, recognizing that surviving dengue while eight months pregnant is no easy feat.
When asked if his mother's decision to share was a difficult one, Pond acknowledged being surprised when she told him. He noted that the doctors gave them a choice that day, but he was grateful his mother fought through and not only survived the illness but he was also born healthy.
Pond said that today he has many loved ones around him. He doesn't verbally express his affection 100 percent of the time, but instead focuses on actions with his family. He and his mother are very close, almost like friends, and they share stories about their lives with each other.
When asked if his mother and grandmother expressed how proud they are of him, Pond explained that his mother is not very vocal, but his grandmother is the one who speaks constantly. His grandmother regularly sends him messages saying how proud and talented he is, and she watches over him all the time.
As he has become the head of the family, Pond said he doesn't like to frame his actions as favors or obligations. He wants his mother and grandmother to feel at ease, not burdened. He emphasized that he focuses on actions rather than words, believing that deep down they understand his feelings, but he wants them to feel comfortable and not think they are a burden to their son.
When asked if he is proud, Pond responded with heartfelt affirmation: "I am very proud. I never thought it would turn out this way."
