Phases of Time
MEN'S FOLIO Malaysia|October 2024
In an exclusive interview with Men’s Folio, Thai actor Blue” Pongtiwat Tangwancharoen dons the iconic Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso and speaks about the concept of time as well as his latest endeavours.
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Phases of Time

HI BLUE, 2024 BEGAN ON A HIGH NOTE FOR YOU WITH THE PREMIERING OF TWO OF YOUR DRAMAS - INTERN IN MY HEART AND READY, SET, LOVE. IS THE YEAR ENDING ON AN EVEN HIGHER NOTE FOR YOU?

There haven't been any new acting projects this year because I'm very interested in and enjoying fashion right now. So, this year, I've focused mainly on fashion. Most people will see me involved with fashion work this year.

WHILE YOU ARE BETWEEN PRODUCTION SCHEDULES, DO YOU PREFER TO TAKE A BREAK TO DISCONNECT, OR DO YOU PREFER TO GO STRAIGHT INTO PREPARATION TO MAINTAIN MOMENTUM?

I'm a very laid-back person. I don't rush or pressure myself when working. When I take on a project, I choose the ones I feel like are right for me to have time to rest, live life, and maintain a good work-life balance.

WHENEVER YOU ARE PRESENTED WITH A NEW PROJECT, IS THE OVERALL SCRIPT OR THE CHARACTER MORE IMPORTANT?

Both are important but I start by reading the storyline and script to understand the story and character. When I'm done, I'll be naturally drawn in by the story and characters; that's when I'll know whether I want to take on the project or not.

ARE THERE ANY CHARACTER ROLES YOU HAVE WANTED TO PORTRAY, SUCH AS THE FUNNY GUY OR THE ANTAGONIST?

I want to try playing a villain because my acting coach once told me I'd probably be good at it. I feel it would be a good challenge since I've always played good characters so far. I want to try playing a bad character.

ARE THERE ANY UPCOMING PROJECTS YOU ARE WORKING ON THAT YOU CAN SHARE?

Right now, they're still being discussed. I hope there will be some acting work for everyone to follow next year. Most of my work is focused on fashion and modelling for now.

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