Sahaphap Wongratch
A Thai actor whose gentle, grounded performances in hit BL series have made him a defining star of the genre's new generation.
Born 1998 (age 28)·Thai actor, model and singer·Birthday: July 22·Generation Z
Biography
Born in Bangkok in 1998, Sahaphap Wongratch, universally known as Mix, charted an unexpected path to stardom. Initially studying science at university, he was drawn to acting and modeling, landing his breakthrough role in 2021. As Tian in 'A Tale of Thousand Stars,' he delivered a performance of remarkable emotional transparency, portraying a spoiled city boy's transformative journey in a rural village. That role established his signature style: a naturalistic, heartfelt presence that connects deeply with audiences. He solidified his standing with nuanced turns in 'Moonlight Chicken' and the Thai adaptation of 'Ossan's Love,' proving his range extends beyond any single genre. Off-screen, Mix is a dedicated animal lover and an advocate for mental health awareness, often sharing his own struggles to connect with fans. His career represents a shift in Thai television toward characters with complex interior lives, brought to life by actors who prioritize authenticity over spectacle.
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.
Sahaphap was born in 1998, 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 Sahaphap Was Born
The biggest hits of 1998
#1 Movie
Saving Private Ryan
Best Picture
Shakespeare in Love
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
Sahaphap's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1998Born
Google founded; Clinton impeachment
Gas: $1.06/galHome: $107,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Too Close" — NextBest Picture: Shakespeare in Love
2003Started school
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2011Became a teenager
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2014Could drive
Russia annexes Crimea; Ebola outbreak in West Africa
Gas: $3.37/galHome: $160,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Happy" — Pharrell WilliamsBest Picture: Birdman
2016Could vote
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2019Turned 21
First image of a black hole; Hong Kong protests
Gas: $2.60/galHome: $224,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Old Town Road" — Lil Nas XBest Picture: Parasite
2026Age 28 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Earned widespread acclaim for his leading role as Tian in the hit 2021 series 'A Tale of Thousand Stars'.
- Demonstrated significant acting range by playing the romantic lead Wen in the 2023 drama 'Moonlight Chicken'.
- Starred as Momo in the 2025 Thai adaptation of the Japanese series 'Ossan's Love'.
- Has built a massive social media following, using his platform to discuss mental health and animal welfare.
Did You Know?
He is a licensed pharmacist, having graduated with a degree in Pharmaceutical Science from Chulalongkorn University.
His nickname 'Mix' was given by his mother because she thought he was a mix of cute and handsome.
He is a devoted cat owner and frequently features his pets on his social media accounts.
Before acting, he worked as a model for various brands and magazines.
“I want to give my best in every role, to tell stories that touch people.”
