They are a new on-screen couple in the entertainment industry who are truly rising stars this year. “Tel-First One” who fans of the series “Khemjira The Series” have fallen for without realizing it, thanks to their irresistibly charming chemistry and viral clips that have melted fans' hearts. We will introduce you to these two young men in more detail.
Regarding Tel Matiman Sribunruang was born on 13 September 1998. He is currently 27 years old and studied engineering at Chiang Mai University.
Tel is the biological nephew of Pol. Gen. Rewat Klinkasen, former commander of the Narcotics Suppression Bureau and former acting commander of the Metropolitan Police Bureau. Tel’s grandmother is the sister of Pol. Gen. Rewat.
Before playing “Chanwit” in “Khemjira The Series,” Tel began his entertainment career creating content on TikTok, then expanded into acting and music. He appeared in the “Secret Love Mini Series” as Jint and released the song “Can I Be You?” contributing to both lyrics and melody. He also featured in the music video for “KILLA” by WIZZLE.
Tel gained wider recognition from fans through his role as “Chanwit” in the series “Khemjira The Series,” alongside First One Wannakorn.
Regarding First One Wannakorn Ruangrat was born on 1 August 2000 and is currently 25 years old. He graduated from the same faculty as Tel—the Faculty of Engineering at Chiang Mai University.
First One’s real nickname is “First,” but to create a unique identity, he combined the first syllable of his real name, “Wannakorn,” with his nickname to form the distinctive stage name “First One,” which has become widely recognized.
First One was born and raised in Bangkok. In fifth grade, he moved to study in Nakhon Si Thammarat for a year, then to Phitsanulok until finishing primary school. He then relocated to Chiang Mai in first year of secondary school and stayed through university, earning the nickname “First One Everywhere.”
Before gaining broad recognition, First One competed in The Star Season 2022 but did not reach the final eight.
His breakthrough into the entertainment industry came when he appeared as an extra in the series “Club Friday The Series 14: LOVE & BELIEF, Episode 7 Years of Love,” starring See Phuruek. During filming, First One spoke with See, who invited him to join the “Domundi” label.
First One officially debuted as part of Domundi Gen 3 with the reality show “DMD Friendship The Reality.” After the show, he won the Best Performance award. When Aofchon Kittiphat, owner of Domundi, asked what he wanted to do next, First One said he wanted to have his own song. He then released his first song, “Starting Over,” featured in the series “You Can Continue,” aired on Channel 3. Later, he debuted fully as an artist under “DMD MUSIC,” releasing the sweet ballad single “First Love” for fans.
In acting, First One starred for the first time in the mini-series “Secret Love Mini Series” as “Aun,” alongside Tel Matiman. His popularity further soared with the role of “Jettana” in “Khemjira The Series.”
Soon, Tel and First One will star together in a new series, “You(r)tuber Series: When I Want to Be a YouTuber Competing With My Ex,” with Tel as Intach and First One as Chopkhun, scheduled to air in 2026 on iQIYI.
It must be acknowledged that Tel-First One are among the most promising young actors to watch, with talents in acting and beyond, combined with their friendly charm, making them beloved by fans and consistently active in new projects.
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