Entertainment Star – 'Oo Oo' Opens Up: It Wasn't Easy Getting Here, But Proud of Myself and Grateful for the Opportunity

Oo Oo Thanapoom Setsatthikul from Domundi Entertainment entered the entertainment industry somewhat unexpectedly, but once he stepped in, the rising star discovered himself as both an artist and actor. His recent work includes the series "Mr. Fanboy" alongside Safe Woraphong Walerua, a solo single "Play With Me" under DMD Music, and membership in the band "DEXX."

On the Mr. Fanboy series progress, Oo Oo shares: "We're now on take 12. This series is something new and challenging. I just recently did the series 'Kee Muen Fah' and didn't shoot much, but stepping into Mr. Fanboy as the lead, I have to focus especially hard. The storyline is quite stressful, but it's also sweet. I'll admit my first lead role was very pressuring – I wanted every scene to turn out well because it will stay with us for a long time."

When asked about his expectations, Oo Oo says: "I have high expectations. This could determine my future direction. I was quite anxious and consulted with senior colleagues who advised me not to stress, as it shows on screen. I should relax and find joy in it, which is getting better now. Those early takes were stressful and I doubted myself, thinking I might not be able to act. But as an idol, I wondered what it would be like on screen. Now I realize it's different from what I thought. People might think acting is easy, but it's actually exhausting – just in a different way."

On balancing his artist and actor roles, Oo Oo explains: "At first, there were rough patches where things weren't working well, but lately I've started balancing better and managing my time. I'm naturally a bit lazy, but I've had seniors helping me. Supakarn has given me encouragement while I'm with DEXX, and talking with Safe, he's been reassuring, telling me not to overthink things."

When asked what gives him confidence to pursue this path, Oo Oo responds: "Honestly, having Safe means I'm not walking this alone. We walk together and support each other. That gives me more confidence. Wherever I go, he's there. Safe is part of my strength, but my biggest encouragement is my mom and dad. When I go home, mom waits for me, supports me, and cooks for me. It feels warm. They always ask if I'm tired – that alone means so much. I believe they're proud of me, and I want to make them prouder. I'm also proud of myself."

On how he got here, Oo Oo recalls: "To be honest, I entered this industry somewhat unintentionally, but not unwillingly – I just didn't feel ready. My mom wanted me to try, so she secretly submitted my audition for The Star alongside my sister. We actually argued about it, but since she'd already sent it, I decided to commit. Opportunities don't come often, so I went for the audition and got on TV. I was so happy.

But the thing was I was eliminated in the first round. I felt it was over, but then I got to compete in another show because it was on Channel One. That's when I discovered I loved singing and dancing, which gave me more passion. I didn't debut, but went to train at the agency with Supakarn. It was intense training, but we got through it together. Then things changed – we separated and there was a period we didn't talk much as we each pursued our own paths. But the world came full circle and we met again. We're really close friends now – we go everywhere together. Coming to Domundi felt like a turning point. Now I can support my parents, and I'm grateful I made it here."