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“Uncle Pom” Tries Trendy Gen Z Dishes, Surprised and Delighted as Young People Greet Him and Ask for Photos

Politic15 Apr 2026 16:58 GMT+7

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“Uncle Pom” Tries Trendy Gen Z Dishes, Surprised and Delighted as Young People Greet Him and Ask for Photos

General Prawit used the 2026 Songkran holiday to try popular dishes following Gen Z trends. He was warmly greeted by many young people who chatted and asked to take photos with him. He said he felt surprised and delighted to see the youth recognize him and confidently approach to talk.


At 11:30 a.m. on 15 April 2026, reporters reported that General Prawit Wongsuwan, Chairman of the Advisory Board of the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), used the Songkran holiday to visit and observe the atmosphere during the holiday at the One Bangkok project on Witthayu Road, Lumphini Subdistrict, Pathumwan District, Bangkok. He was warmly greeted by the public. The atmosphere was especially lively among teenagers and young people (Gen Z), who approached him closely to greet and talk, and continuously asked to take photos together, creating a cheerful and smiling atmosphere throughout the visit. He also tried popular noodle shops recommended by the youths present in the area.

General Prawit said he felt surprised and enjoyed seeing the young people recognize him and confidently come to talk and casually invite him to take photos. He also thanked them for recommending delicious restaurants to try. In addition to trying beef boat noodles and stir-fried minced beef with basil and fried egg, he finished with steamed milk and toasted bread, marking the first time he sampled food following youth trends.