It is considered a major loss for the actor and action drama director. Aek Rangsiroj Punpeng when his father, Prathum Punpeng, passed away peacefully amid the sorrow of his family, friends, and fans who learned the news.
On the Aek Rangsiroj fan club Facebook page, they posted the sad news about Aek's father: "Shortly after the new year, we received the important news of the loss of Ajarn Prathum Punpeng, father of Aek Rangsiroj Punpeng, actor and drama director at Channel 7HD, who passed away peacefully. We express our deepest condolences and send strength to Aek and his family. May the soul of Ajarn Prathum rest in peace. #AekRangsiroj #aekrangsiroj #aekrangsirojfanclub"
Later, the page shared photos from the funeral, writing: "The atmosphere was filled with mourning and love as family, relatives, and respected elders united to send off the soul with calm, warmth, and remembrance of his good deeds.
May his soul find peace, and we send strength to everyone in the family to stay strong through this time of loss together. #WithLoveAndCondolences #DeepestSympathies #AekRangsiroj #aekrangsiroj #aekrangsirojfanclub"
Many industry colleagues and fans joined to express their condolences. Thairath Entertainment extends its deepest sympathies.