Nadech Kugimiya

Biography

Nadech Kugimiya is a Thai actor and model. He is of Thai and Austrian descent. He graduated from Rangsit University, Thailand, with Bachelor Degree of Communication Arts, major in Film and Video. He started his career as a model at the age of 17. In 2010, he made his feature drama debut in a leading role in Ngao Rak Luang Jai as "Nawa Gamtornpuwanat". He gained immense popularity after he starred in Duang Jai Akkanee as "Fai Akkanee Adisuan" and Game Rai Game Rak as "Saichon / Charles Makovich" alongside Urassaya Sperbund. He is also a member of the group called "4+1 Channel 3 Superstar" with Mario Maurer, Prin Suparat, Pakorn Chatborirak, and Phupoom Pongpanu. He is one of the highest-paid Thai actors and endorsers, as well as being called the "King of Presenters". He is one of the most decorated Thai actors. He has received more than 130 awards, including Best Actor award in the Suphannahong National Film Awards, Mekhala Awards, Nataraja Awards, and TV Gold Awards. He also frequently appears on listings of the most popular and influential people in Thailand.