It caused quite a stir during last Valentine's Day when a famous couple Mike Pattaradech Sanguankhadee and Pooklook Fontip Watcharatrakul posted photos and clips from their wedding ceremony held on 2 Dec 2024, according to Christian traditions. The simple event took place at the bride's home with only family and close friends attending, including superstar actress Aum Patchrapa Chaichua who joined to congratulate them. Recently, Mike Pattaradech attended a press conference launching “DANCING IN THE MOONLIGHT WELLNESS” at its location on Soi Nakniwat 32, where he was asked about the wedding.
You posted the clip on Valentine’s Day?
“Since last year, we intended to do it properly according to Christian principles. When you decide to live together, you have to get married first. So we held a simple ceremony with just guests we respect, including a few close friends from high school, about 3-4 people.”
Was the event intimate?
“Yes, we talked about it for a long time. It was the only thing that made us uneasy. So we said, let’s just do it properly for God and our families. As a man, I had to honor her father as well.”
How was that moment? Was it full of love?
“It was happy. At first, I thought I wouldn’t feel much, but being there… We have dated for over ten years, but in that moment, it felt like a new beginning. Standing there, seeing the person I love, seeing our family, and the look in her eyes like a blessing—it felt like starting anew.”
What vows did you make?
“The usual ones: to do my best, to love her best. I don’t want to say too much. We’ve been together for over ten years. If problems arise, we support each other, don’t sulk or disappear. If we get angry, we don’t rush to resolve it; we just talk normally.”
How have the two years of marriage been?
“The same (still good?). It’s like we can’t go anywhere else now (laughs). It’s settled. We have each other and don’t have to question if it’s right or not anymore. We have to live well now. After this, the next focus is work, which feels lighter. Being a family makes everything better. I grew up with my mother; I lived in a condo with her for over ten years, from a studio condo to a house. Now living at Pook’s house, I worry about my mom’s feelings, but after marrying, I feel relieved. My mom is very kind, taking good care of her son. Don’t forget to peel the shrimp for her. Yesterday I didn’t peel it, so I got told off by my mom. I feel like it was the right decision. Nothing much changed, just closer than before.”
Are there sweeter moments now that you’re husband and wife?
“Oh, I’m not used to that term. But yes, it’s sweeter. She tries to take better care of me. In the mornings, she makes olive oil with lemon for me; she’s been doing it for two days.”
Have your pet names for each other changed?
“They’re the same. We have many, depending on the mood. Since we’ve been friends for three years before dating, calling each other sweet names feels a bit shy.”
How do you take on the role of a husband?
“Mostly, I go along with what she wants. About the house, she can do whatever she wants, but she has to leave me some space. I only ask for two rooms: my bar room and my fitness room. I’m fine with everything else.”
Another question many wonder about: why keep this secret?
“If you ask if we were ready that day, honestly, we did it properly according to God’s principles, but we didn’t think it would be for a long time. We planned to have a bigger wedding later with friends invited. My friends were quite upset. The other day at an event, several elders were also upset for not being invited. So we thought to have a big party later. But after announcing it, it felt okay. There might be another event—I want to meet friends who were part of the moment and many relatives—but I need to save money first. This year is busy.”
Or will you celebrate together with children?
“We already have one—our dog. Right now, we have no plans. This year we are very focused on work. There will be a new joint product. I have another series I am producing and acting in, which has already launched. Nowadays, we barely talk. Our home has a small office with 6-7 young staff. Pooklook plans to come sit here before everyone else, so she sleeps early and wakes up early. We hardly get to talk; we are both busy with work.”
Have you talked about having children?
“At first, we didn’t want children because I already have nieces and nephews. It’s not about money. They are lovely and make us smile. I’ve taken care of them since they were little. When they misbehave, I even cried. So I wondered how I would manage with my own child. That’s why we don’t want children yet. But we’ve discussed that if we change our minds, we might consider egg freezing. But I want to finish my drama first.”
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