This marks a significant phenomenon in the Thai entertainment industry and a rare, memorable moment: the legendary lead pair returning to work together after 55 years. “Aunt Eid Petchara Chaowarat” The leading actress with honey-drip eyes and “Uncle Krung Srivilai” The former super luk thung leading man reunited at a fan meeting to relive memories. The atmosphere was warmly crowded with fans of all ages, friends, and juniors from the entertainment industry gathering in great numbers to celebrate.
Reporter: How many years has it been since you last worked together?
Krung Srivilai: Almost 55 years. I was still young, about 21 years old, when I became a leading man. I had to do a scene holding hands with Petchara Chaowarat, and my hand was shaking like this. Aunt Eid scolded me and asked why I was trembling (smiles).
Reporter: Aunt Eid, how do you feel about reuniting today at this event called a “fan meeting” nowadays? How does it feel to have this gathering?
Petchara Chaowarat: I'm happy to meet and socialize. Reporter: Fans have not forgotten you; everyone still loves you and holds you dear in their hearts, right?
Petchara Chaowarat: Thank you very much for not forgetting me. Thank you.
Reporter: Krung, are you excited today? Was it difficult to coordinate schedules to meet?
Krung Srivilai: Very excited. We planned this for several months. I just checked Aunt Eid’s schedule to find when she was available.
Reporter: You were called a beloved pair before, right? What was the first film you starred in together?
Krung Srivilai: Our first film together was "Luk Yod." Without Aunt Eid, there wouldn’t be a Krung Srivilai today.
Petchara Chaowarat: Do you remember? Sopha (Sopha Sathaporn) always said when standing beside Krung, “Wow, he’s as tall as a skyscraper,” because I’m quite short (laughs).
Reporter: There are so many fans waiting to see you today. Are you excited? Petchara Chaowarat: Yes, I am. Even though I can’t see them, people will tell me through the sound of applause. I’m happy.
Reporter: Nowadays, younger generations have become more interested in old films. How do you feel about the Thai film industry continuing to move forward?
Petchara Chaowarat: Thank you very much for not forgetting the older generation. I really appreciate it.
Krung Srivilai: I want the younger generation and descendants not to forget Thai culture and traditions. No matter how far you go, always remember your roots and the Thai spirit. Thai people have good hearts, and if we are good people, it helps enrich our lives.
Reporter: Lastly, how do you see Aunt Petchara? Krung Srivilai: She is still very beautiful. For me, I have seen her since then and now; she remains the same.
Petchara Chaowarat: The only downside is that I can’t see anything. I can feel but not see. It’s a bit of a disadvantage because others can see me, but I cannot see them (smiles).
Reporter: Would you like to leave a message for Thairath fans and Thai film lovers?
Petchara Chaowarat: I miss everyone. Thank you for not forgetting Thai films, still following and remembering Thai movies, and not forgetting the old generation of actors. Today, many juniors from the industry joined the event, including Poo Piyamas, Jim Thanita, producer Kob Suk Jarujinda, and Rit Luecha.
Krung Srivilai: This phenomenon has never happened before at the Film Archive. They had to open the special screening room. Usually, if attendance is low, they use the lower floor, but today every floor was full.
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