Nattapong and Piyabut attended an ordination ceremony in Khon Kaen, smiling and conversing amicably, following earlier attention on a rift caused by the entertainment political drama.
On 7 Nov 2026 GMT+7, reporters reported on the People's Party's internal situation, noting that after recent drama concerning the party's direction and entertainment political rhetoric, attention focused on a possible rift between the new leadership and the original ideological faction.
Recently, images appeared of Mr. Nattapong Rueangpanyawut List MP and People's Party leader, and Mr. Piyabut Saengkanokkul Secretary of the Progressive Movement attending the ordination of Mr. Wachirawit Tesseri Muang, secretary to Mr. Nattapong, at Wat That, Royal Monastery, Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province. At the event, both appeared with smiling faces, engaging in friendly conversation. Nattapong held the ceremonial palm fan during the ordination, while Piyabut carried the platform for the fan, walking alongside the novice in the procession into the ubosot (ordination hall) and participated together in presenting offerings during the ceremony.
After the ordination, both took group photos with the new monk and People's Party MPs inside the ubosot, all gathered warmly. Attending MPs included Mr. Piyarat Janthep (List MP), Mr. Jorayut Jaturapornprasert (Bangkok MP), Ms. Ratchanok Sukprasert (Samut Prakan MP), Mr. Supachot Chaisat (List MP), Mr. Chonthanee Chueanoi (Lampang MP), Mr. Yodchai Phuengporn (Chonburi MP), Mr. Thanaphat Trakoolphuchai (Pathum Thani MP), and Mr. Itthiphol Chonthorasiri (Khon Kaen MP).
This public meeting of Nattapong and Piyabut marks their first official encounter since the drama, reflecting a strong relationship and ongoing friendship despite differing political views or criticisms regarding the party's direction.