Nirut Sirichanya (born 2 May 1947) is a Thai movie and television actor. He is best known internationally for his role as Lauren's father Fong in the 2011 sequel ''

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''. He is the recipient of

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for Best Supporting Actor.

Early life

Nirut was born on 2 May 1947. He attended Assumption College in

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and received a graduate certificate in Business Administration in

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. He then went to

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to study. When he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree, he started working at AM PAC as an engineer, before moving to positions in various airline companies, including

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Career

Nirut began his acting career at the suggestion of Terng Stiphuang. His first TV series was ''Sangsoon'', in which he co-starred. He then starred in ''Kae Kop Fah'' (Just Horizon), shown on Channel 3. By now known throughout Thailand, he attracted the most attention for his part as Jaded in ''Poo Cha Na Sib Tid''. His first film was ''Derby'', and he continues to perform to this day. He gained international attention from his role in

. Nirut also appeared as a judge in the first season of

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Television

Filmography

List of awards and nominations received by Nirut Sirichanya

References

External links

* * Living people 1947 births Nirut Sirijanya Nirut Sirijanya {{Thailand-bio-stub