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The Legend of Khun Ball of Ganesh Inthasaworn: From Merchant to Builder of a Faith Empire

Life31 Mar 2026 15:58 GMT+7

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The Legend of Khun Ball of Ganesh Inthasaworn: From Merchant to Builder of a Faith Empire

When discussing role models who have transformed their lives through faith, the name Khun Ball of Ganesh Inthasaworn stands as a remarkable beginning. From a former merchant who faced life's storms to a pivotal turning point when "Lord Ganesh" bestowed a miracle that completely changed his life.

Khun Ball created a groundbreaking phenomenon in the spiritual community by introducing "Child Ganesh" to Thailand, which quickly became a nationwide sensation. Its adorable yet powerful image paved the way to creating "Ganesh Inthasaworn The Iris Watcharaphol Shrine" a place renowned as "Heaven on Earth" that combines the refined beauty of Buddhist art with the sacredness of divine legends, allowing devotees to respectfully worship Goddess Kali and all great deities in grandeur.

Why "Child Ganesh"?

Khun Ball is the one who created the phenomenon of inviting "Child Ganesh" or the original Ganesh in a cute, approachable form that resonates more with younger generations.

  • Beautiful Buddhist art: emphasizing softness and elegance while retaining the sacred power of divine lore.

  • Deep meaning: symbolizing new beginnings, brightness, and swift blessings.

  • Feverish trend: its beauty has earned respect and worship from artists, celebrities, and influencers, sparking a social media craze.

Recently, Thairath organized a grand auspicious event through a special newspaper edition “Great Auspiciousness, Great Songkran” combining three powers and three merits into a unique sacred yantra design never seen before, crafted by three master gurus of the era and redesigned to suit modern times, allowing Thai people to "collect" and "worship" for auspicious blessings to welcome the Thai New Year—a must-have collectible.

By Khun Ball of Ganesh Inthasaworn, the creator of the Ganesh fever among artists, celebrities, and young people, whose Buddhist art is famed for its success. The second edition on 14 April features a unique statue design found nowhere else in the world.

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Special newspaper edition **Great Auspiciousness, Great Songkran** covering 3 days, 3 powers, 3 merits, including a golden auspicious plate to worship Garuda from Luang Por Wara, Wat Pho Thong, priced at 169 baht per set.

Auspicious items worthy of collection and worship. Limited quantities available. Order now via Inbox on Thairath TV fanpage or call 02-127-1000 press 0 for more information. Available nationwide from 13–15 Apr 2026 GMT+7.

Terms and conditions apply.

  • Pre-order items will begin shipping from Thursday, 16 April 2026 GMT+7 onward.