Family Holds Ceremony to Enshrine Popular YouTuber Hlun Solo
Hlun Solo, a popular YouTuber who died in Georgia, was honored at an ash-collection ceremony at a temple in Kalasin Province, with his family planning to scatter his ashes on the Mekong River in tribute to his love of world travel.
On August 12, family members and relatives of Hlun Solo—the real name of Baworntat Pengsuk, a well-known YouTuber who died in Georgia—held an ash-collection ceremony at Rangsee Chachwal Temple in Somdej District, Kalasin Province. Following the funeral on August 11, large numbers of relatives, officials, and fan club members gathered to pay final respects in a solemn atmosphere. The ashes were prepared according to tradition, blessed by monks, and brought to his childhood home at 340 Sai Yaek in Somdej District for merit-making ceremonies. This morning saw alms-giving and breakfast offerings to monks before the ashes were stored at the temple. The family plans to scatter some of the ashes on the Mekong River. Somphong Pengsuk, Hlun Solo's uncle, explained that after completing the merit ceremonies, relatives will discuss when and where to perform the water cremation, as the Mekong flows through multiple countries and represents Hlun's love of traveling the world. The remaining ashes will be kept at the temple for a hundred-day merit ceremony before being given to Hlun's father. Items donated by fans, including fans, supplies, and rice, will be distributed to various organizations as merit dedications in his name. The family expressed gratitude to all supporters and fan club members who provided encouragement and assistance throughout the funeral arrangements.
