Veteran Actress Ad Wongdaow Says No to Retirement, Still Remembers Her Lines, Opens Up About Not Being as Rich as People Think—Goes Live Selling Products Daily
Veteran actress Wongdaow Jarujinda, 74, says she has no plans to retire and continues acting while running daily TikTok live-streams to supplement her modest earnings. The acclaimed performer emphasized that contrary to public belief, she i
Veteran actress Wongdaow Jarujinda returned to Channel 7 for a blessing ceremony of the series "Anueng Maa Jak" at the Phikhane Temple on Channel 7HD. The acclaimed performer reflected on her lifelong journey in entertainment and updated fans about her life at 74, revealing she continues working both in acting and running a daily live-streaming product sales operation on TikTok.
She candidly admitted that contrary to public perception, she is not wealthy. Earnings from voice-over work and acting roles are minimal, which is why she maintains multiple income streams. She credits her vibrant appearance to consistent protein intake, regular health care, and frequent visits to beauty clinics. She declared that as long as her health permits, she will continue working, as the joy of life comes from her work and daily interactions with fans.
Asked about her return to Channel 7 after many years, she explained that her last work there was during the COVID-19 pandemic when dubbing switched to single-person sessions instead of group collaborations. She found the new format isolating and eventually left. Today's return was emotional—she expressed gratitude for how the station helped her family grow and prosper throughout her career.
Regarding new projects, she noted that while Channel 7 fans may not see her in new dramas, they can catch her on other networks. Her main activities are tracked through her TikTok channel "Khao Pan Daow" where she goes live daily with family and fans. She emphasized that she still memorizes scripts well and continues receiving acting offers.
When asked if she would ever fully retire, she firmly answered no. She will work as long as her health allows, correcting the common misconception that she is wealthy. As a character actress—playing mothers, grandmothers, and minor roles—her earnings are modest, necessitating multiple income sources. Despite this, she expressed that work brings her genuine happiness.
