'Theng' Deflects to 'Ice Ruckchonok' to Clarify THACCA Drama Over Approved Drama Series, Criticizes Overlapping Work Functions
Pheu Thai MP Nathpong deflected criticism of a state-funded drama series to fellow MP Rukchonok, arguing THACCA duplicates existing cultural promotion mechanisms and creates unnecessary public burden.
At 3:00 p.m. on May 10, 2025, at Ekamai Bus Station, Nathpong Ruengpanyavutti, a Pheu Thai party MP from the party list and party leader, gave an interview regarding MP Rukchonok Srinok's criticism of the drama series 'Sod Sarooy Mala,' which received funding from the Ministry of Culture and THACCA for what she called misleading promotional activities. The committee team responded defensively, claiming they had not reviewed the details. Regarding Rukchonok's observations, he stated that their consistent message has been pushing soft power and that existing state mechanisms are already in place. "Regarding THACCA itself, the consistent feedback we receive is that it attempts to create mechanisms that overlap with existing ones. I believe what's necessary is not creating new laws or agencies to perform redundant functions. The more people involved, the more burden on the public. As for the drama controversy or arguments, I prefer not to comment. I ask that Ms. Rukchonok provide clarification herself."
