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Who Is Orm Kornnaphat? Facts on the Rising Thai Actress
One of the newest friends of the House of Dior, the 22-year-old follows the legacy of her veteran actress mother.
by Em Enriquez
Published on May 15, 2025
A new crop of thespians has been redefining culture across Asia. Through their work on- and off-screen, these rookies have been paving the way for a generation that refuses to be boxed into conventions.
Within the Thai entertainment scene, 22-year-old Orm Kornnaphat is growing into her space as an actress and emerging fashion muse. Initially attracting fans with her performances in TV dramas and Girls' Love series, the Gen Z star is continually proving why there's more to her than her prolific lineage or enamoring looks. Ahead, we list down essential facts to learn about her.
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Who Is Thai Actress Orm Kornnaphat?
Orm is a Gemini
Kornnaphat Sethratanapong was born on May 27, 2002 in Bangkok, Thailand. She was born into a busines-oriented setting, as her family owns and operates leading frozen food manufacturer and exporter Sethachon Co., Ltd.
Orm is the daughter of veteran actress Koy Naruemon Phongsupap
Aside from the family business, Orm was also assimilated into the world of show business by way of her mother Koy Naruemon Phongsupap. With a long list of credentials dating back to 1996, Koy is regarded as one of the most recognizable and respected actresses in Thai entertainment. Some titles she's appeared in include 2gether: The Movie (2021), Only Boo! (2024), and The Secret of Us (2024), the latter of which she acted in alongside Orm.
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PHOTO: Instagram/orm.kornnaphat.
Orm is an economics graduate from Srinakharinwirot University
Just last 2024, Orm graduated from Srinakharinwirot University with a degree in economics. Aside from her diploma, she was awarded the "Srinakharinwirot Good Citizenship Award" for her academic performance in the 2023 academic year. She was also granted recognition as an "Outstanding Alumnus Who Has Brought Fame to the Faculty of Economics, SWU."
At the same school, she's currently taking up her master's in film and digital media.
Orm is partnered with fellow actress Lingling Kwong
Orm's foray into acting began in 2019, when she bagged the lead role in the series Hotel Stars. This was followed by widely-acclaimed performances in shows such as Game of Outlaws (2021) and From Zero to Hero (2021).
Her big break arrived when she was paired up with fellow actress Lingling Kwong in sapphic love story The Secret of Us (2024). The first GL produced by their home network Channel 3, the show boosted "LingOrm's" popularity across Asia. Presently, more projects are lined up for the twosome, both as an on-screen couple and as individuals.
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PHOTO: Instagram/orm.kornnaphat.
Orm and Lingling made their fashion week debut last S/S 2025 season
With their stars on the rise, Orm and Ling were both eyed by the House of Dior as new friends. They were invited to the maison's Spring/Summer 2025 show at Paris Fashion Week, making their debut at the global event. Their appearances caused quite the buzz, as they generated the most earned media value out of all celebrity guests present throughout the week.
Orm ranked first with an impressive EMV of $18.4 million and 104.2% engagement rate. Ling followed closely, $17.1 million worth of EMV and a 75.8% engagement rate. Not bad for two first-timers!
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PHOTOS: Instagram/orn.kornnaphat
Stay updated on Orm by following her Instagram account @orm.kornnaphat
PHOTOS: Instagram/orm.kornnaphat
Em Enriquez is queer and probably daydreaming somewhere. They're an associate editor at Preview who can't live without pop music and lemon-tinted sunnies.