It has become a deeply moving story that has inspired Thai fans to rally their support enthusiastically for "Nene Royal" the remarkable 16-year-old girl who has pursued her dream and succeeded in showcasing her talent on the global stage of "America’s Got Talent." Most recently,
on the program "Hon Krasae" on Channel 3, Nene appeared alongside "Narong Amloy," her father, who opened up about the beginning of this grand journey chasing her dream, a path filled with discouragement, effort, and life-changing miracles.
He also revealed how to vote on America’s Got Talent, saying that voting from Thailand is not possible; only people in America can vote.
Then, P'Noom Kanchai read messages from viewers explaining that votes can be cast through the NBC app or America’s Got Talent app without needing a green card or citizenship. Thai people can vote via the app, with a maximum of 10 votes per contestant per platform. Voting through both the website and the app allows up to 20 votes per contestant per voting round, but only during live shows.
Nene shared that her dream of appearing on "America’s Got Talent" is one she shares with her father. She loves watching the show and its performers, including judges and audience, and admires that some winners become global stars. It looks exciting, which made her want to jump in and be part of the show.
Narong said he didn’t initially understand why she liked the show, but noticed she would watch America’s Got Talent and Britain's Got Talent before bed. He felt she was fine but didn’t know if she would actually go. When she started competing with her band, they often won first place or runner-up and received best singer awards on many stages. Their latest award was at King Power’s THE POWER BAND stage, which was intended as their final stage. He then told her, "Praew, the show you watch — shall we go to that one?" referring to America’s Got Talent.
Nene said she thought it would be very difficult, almost impossible, since it’s a world-class, huge stage. She found the auditions tough because she saw some great performers that judges didn’t think were perfect.
Her father recounted that an American man once watched Nene and approached them, asking if he could help by acting as a coordinator. He asked about her dreams and plans. After hearing their wish to join America’s Got Talent, he returned later and asked if they could make a video clip to send. They made several clips but received no response, so they stopped for a time. Then the man contacted them again, asking for another clip—anything of Nene—with improvements. They worked on it in a small room and sent it, but got no reply. The man then flew back, took them secretly in a car for a private meeting, warning them to keep it confidential.
Nene shared that the man told her America’s Got Talent had invited her to audition in the U.S. She screamed with joy, and her father cried. At first, he didn’t understand, so Nene translated for him that she had passed the selection. Then he screamed with joy too.
Narong said the airline tickets were fully supported. Regarding selling everything, he said it was more like selling his soul, not possessions. He used to be a sepak takraw athlete but gave it up to dedicate himself to his daughter’s music career. Industry friends knew he sacrificed everything to support her, wanting her to reach this level.
Nene said that seeing the America’s Got Talent sign for the first time almost made her faint. When she wanted to take a photo, she was told it wasn’t allowed. At her first audition, she thought it would be a small room and stage for staff research, but after soundcheck, they were led to a large hall with a big stage, many spectators, and judges—just like the real contest shown in the clips everyone has seen.
When asked about her future plans, Nene said she will keep practicing as usual, but her goal is to become a global artist. She has already created about 4 to 5 original songs.
Regarding voting, it is not possible from Thailand; only those in America can vote. Then P'Noom Kanchai read messages from viewers explaining that votes can be cast through the NBC app or America’s Got Talent app without needing a green card or citizenship. Thai people can vote via the app, with a maximum of 10 votes per contestant per platform. Voting through both the website and the app allows up to 20 votes per contestant per voting round, but only during live shows.
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