Yala Official's Bold Makeup Goes Viral Online
A Yala municipal official's striking makeup style went viral during an online budget meeting, sparking millions of views and mixed reactions, though she says her bold look reflects a decade-long personal choice that boosts her confidence in
A municipal official in Yala has gone viral after a photo from an online budget meeting drew widespread attention over her colorful makeup style, with the official saying it reflects her personal confidence and has been part of her daily routine for more than 10 years.
The photo of Tassaneem Thapkham, head of the administrative division and acting head of the municipal office at Patae Subdistrict Municipality in Yaha district, was taken during a Zoom meeting on 3 August while officials were presenting the municipality's 2027 budget to a parliamentary subcommittee.
After the image was posted on the municipality's Facebook page, it quickly spread online, receiving millions of views, shares and comments. Tassaneem said she did not expect the reaction to become so large, with some users praising her while others criticized her appearance, particularly her eyebrows and eyelashes.
She said her makeup style is a personal preference that she has maintained for more than a decade, adding that it helps boost her confidence when working and meeting residents. "I want people to focus on my work, dedication and commitment to public service rather than appearance," she said.
Patae Municipality officials said the viral attention has become an opportunity to promote the municipality's work, with the post attracting more than 10 million views. They praised Tassaneem as a dedicated official and said her appearance has never affected her work performance.
