Film Rattapoom Opens Up About Paternity Scandal
Thai singer Film Rattapoom revealed details of a past paternity scandal that derailed his five-year rise to fame, explaining he accepted responsibility despite the other party refusing a DNA test.
Film Rattapoom, once at the height of his fame as a solo artist under RS Records, appeared on the talk show Khon Lom Luk with host Ananda Phonworaphut to discuss a major turning point in his life. At his peak, Film recalled landing at least 20 endorsement deals annually, appearing in commercials for everything from shampoos and face cleansers to toothpaste. "I was doing everything back then," he said. "People would be lined up outside my house. It felt short—just five years into this golden period when I hit the storm."
When asked if he saw the news coming, Film revealed he knew beforehand. "If I was going to be a father, I was happy," he explained. "I was shocked but also strangely delighted. But I had to tell my mother first because she is my heart." Film shared that his mother initially reacted with some surprise but ultimately felt joy, as she had been wanting a grandchild.
However, the situation escalated when news of the paternity became public. "When it became news, it turned into something completely different from what we all understood," Film said. "It became clear there were many others in similar situations." The shock deepened when the other party withdrew his name as the father and refused to take a DNA test despite Film's willingness to submit to one and even his court request for testing.
Film addressed the lasting impact of a now-infamous phrase about DNA being visible in one's face. "That one sentence has haunted me. I was taught well by my parents. I would never hurt anyone or speak poorly of anyone," Film stated. "I was only about 22 or 23 at the time. I never intended my words to affect anyone, but they did."
