Rising Star Rial Gajbundit Crowned 'Son of the Nation'
Young Morlam singer Rial Gajbundit rose from a shy Bangkok native to champion of the Mic Debt-Free competition with 200 consecutive victories, earning the nickname "Son of the Nation" and now competing for Popular Artist at the 2026 Feed x
Meet Rial Gajbundit, the young singer known as the "Son of the Nation," who rose from a shy contestant to a champion of the Mic Debt-Free competition, winning 200 consecutive times. Beyond his vocal talent, he has captured the hearts of older audiences and is now nominated for the Popular Artist award at the Feed x Khaosod Awards 2026. He stands out as a promising new-generation Morlam singer.
Rial Gajbundit Jumpasit was born on January 24, 2003, and grew up in Bangkok as the eldest son in his family. His father, a former café singer, has always encouraged his singing career, while his mother worked as an accountant. As a child, Rial was extremely shy and introverted, lacking confidence around people. However, music gradually became the space where he discovered himself. He began competing seriously at a young age, learning both victory and defeat on stage. Yet he never gave up, driven by a greater goal: to help improve his family's financial situation.
Rial became widely known after joining the "Mic Debt-Free Gamble" program, where his soft, clear, and melodious voice combined with his compelling life story won over audiences. He managed to retain the champion title continuously, eventually setting a record of 200 consecutive victories.
While the number may seem like just a statistic on paper, for Rial and the show's fans it represented a long period during which viewers witnessed his continuous growth. When Rial eventually stepped down as champion, his journey did not end with the competition. Instead, it marked the beginning of his next important chapter: his full transition into a professional artist.
Signed to Yungyao Record, Rial has released numerous hit singles including "Old Love by a Stubborn Wall," "I Love Morlam Songs," "Courage on Screen," "Stuck on Teacher Wicha's Heart," "Love is Trust," "Rich and Loud," "For the Southern Wind's Wings," "Gone to the Moon Won't Share My Heart," "Tears of Definition," and "Darling." Each song has received strong audience response. He has also held two successful consecutive personal concerts, The Rial Concert, achieving remarkable success.
Beyond his vocal charm, there are other reasons why Rial has earned the nickname "Son of the Nation."
