Krit Amnuaydechkorn
A Thai actor and singer whose raw, emotional performances in groundbreaking series captured a generation's heart and defined a new era of BL storytelling.
Born 1999 (age 27)·Thai actor and singer·Birthday: April 30·Generation Z
Biography
Krit Amnuaydechkorn, known universally as PP Krit, didn't just take a role; he embodied a cultural moment. His portrayal of Oh-aew in 'I Told Sunset About You' was a revelation—a nuanced, tender study of teenage longing and identity that resonated far beyond Thailand's borders. The series' artistic ambition and emotional authenticity, fueled by his chemistry with co-star Billkin, set a new standard for Asian queer narratives. Off-screen, PP Krit seamlessly transitioned into a music career, with his introspective songs like 'Fire Boy' offering a direct line to his personal artistry. His influence extends to fashion, where his distinct style made him a natural choice as Balenciaga's first Thai ambassador, cementing his status as a multifaceted icon for modern youth.
Generation Z
1997–2012
Born into smartphones, social media, and school shootings. The most diverse generation in history. Pragmatic about money, fluid about identity, anxious about the climate. They do not remember a world before the internet.
Krit was born in 1999, placing them squarely in the Generation Z. The events that shaped this generation — social media, climate anxiety, and a pandemic — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Krit Was Born
The biggest hits of 1999
#1 Movie
Star Wars: Episode I
Best Picture
American Beauty
#1 TV Show
ER
Krit's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1999Born
Columbine shooting; Y2K panic builds
Gas: $1.17/galHome: $113,900Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Believe" — CherBest Picture: American Beauty
2004Started school
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2012Became a teenager
Curiosity rover lands on Mars; Sandy Hook shooting
Gas: $3.64/galHome: $143,200Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Somebody That I Used to Know" — GotyeBest Picture: Argo
2015Could drive
Paris climate agreement; same-sex marriage legalized in the US
Gas: $2.43/galHome: $171,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Uptown Funk" — Mark Ronson ft. Bruno MarsBest Picture: Spotlight
2017Could vote
#MeToo movement; solar eclipse crosses the US
Gas: $2.42/galHome: $195,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Shape of You" — Ed SheeranBest Picture: The Shape of Water
2020Turned 21
COVID-19 pandemic shuts down the world
Gas: $2.17/galHome: $248,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Blinding Lights" — The WeekndBest Picture: Nomadland
2026Age 27 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Starred as the lead in the critically acclaimed and internationally popular series 'I Told Sunset About You' and its sequel.
- Became the first brand ambassador from Thailand for the global fashion house Balenciaga in 2023.
- Released the hit solo single 'Fire Boy,' which amassed hundreds of millions of streams across platforms.
- His acting debut was in the 2019 series 'My Ambulance,' where he played the supporting role of Tewkao.
Did You Know?
His nickname 'PP' comes from the English word 'paper,' as he was a thin baby.
He is left-handed.
He studied at the Faculty of Communication Arts at Chulalongkorn University.
He is known for his close friendship and professional partnership with singer-actor Billkin Putthipong.
“I want to portray feelings that are true, even when they are messy.”
