Suppapong Udomkaewkanjana (; born 17 April 1998), nicknamed Saint, is a Thai actor, producer and host. He gained fame through his role as Pete (Pichaya) in the 2018 TV series Love by Chance and as Tutor in the TV series Why R U? (2020).
Early life and education Suppapong was born on 17 April 1998 in Trat, Thailand. He was given the Chinese name Huang Mingming () by his great-grandfather. He completed his secondary education at Trat Trakarnkhun School in Trat Province (Lower Secondary) and Assumption College in Bangkok (Upper Secondary). He later pursued his higher education at Srinakharinwirot University (SWU), where he earned two degrees:
Bachelor’s Degree: Bachelor of Economics (International Trade), Faculty of Economics. Master’s Degree: Master of Arts (Design for Business), College of Social Communication Innovation.
Since his childhood, Suppapong has been highly recognized for his dedication to public service and community activities. He began his volunteer work in the 4th grade as a member of the "Jetana Pongsai" group, which provided manual labor and assistance to local temples in Trat Province. He continued to serve as a staff member for Dhamma practice programs until completing his lower secondary education.
During his early teens, he took on leadership roles as the president and core leader of the TO BE NUMBER ONE club at his school. For two consecutive years, he was awarded certificates of merit by Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya for organizing various drug prevention projects and serving as a guest speaker on cycling to encourage youths to spend their free time productively and stay away from narcotics.
In high school, Suppapong moved to Bangkok and joined Rotary International District 3350. He served as the president of the "Better Life for Children" volunteer camp and was a committee member for several social initiatives, including Conference 31, "Arsa Pa Nong Len" (Volunteers Taking Children to Play), and the "Pet We Care" project. Due to his extensive contributions to society, he was honored with the "People of Siam Thep Nakharat" Award in 2017 for Outstanding Youth in Social Service and received the Good Conduct Award from the Buddhist Association of Thailand under Royal Patronage in 2018.
Career Early Career and Breakthrough (2018–2021) Suppapong entered the entertainment industry in 2018 and achieved rapid success through his leading role as "Pete" in the series Love By Chance, which gained him significant international recognition. In 2019, he expanded his career into music with his debut single "Thook Jai Khon Nee" and became a member of the KissBoysTH project. Between 2019 and 2020, Suppapong starred in several series, notably Why R U The Series and a high-profile guest role as "Chananthawat" (the male version of Nira) in the hit drama The Fallen Leaf. Beyond acting, he ventured into entrepreneurship by launching the snack brand "Saan Suk" and established IDOL FACTORY Co., Ltd. in 2020 to produce television programs and series.
Producer Roles and Soft Power Advocacy (2022–2025) In 2022, Suppapong signed an exclusive contract as an actor under Channel 3 HD, with a standout role as "Mom Luang Ronaphum Juthathep" in the Duangjai Taewaprom series. Simultaneously, as a producer, he made history in the Thai entertainment industry by producing GAP The Series, Thailand's first Girl's Love (GL) series, which achieved global acclaim.
Following this success, Suppapong was appointed in 2023 as a Sub-committee Member for the Promotion of the Drama and Series Industry under the National Soft Power Development Committee. In 2025, he represented his company at the Cannes Film Festival 2025, engaging in international trade negotiations to promote Thai content globally.
On November 19, 2025, Suppapong officially announced his resignation from the Board of Directors of IDOL FACTORY Co., Ltd., and terminated his role as an artist and actor under the company.
Filmography
As executive producer YearTitleNetwork2022Secret Crush On YouChannel 3 (Thailand), YouTubeGap 2023The Sign2024My Marvellous Dream is YouThe Loyal PinWorkpoint TV, YouTube2025My Sweetheart JomSomewhere SomehowInterminable
Film YearTitleRoleNotesFilm Studio2020Von The Movie (Begging You)OhmMainM392023Death Is All AroundTankMainPranakorn Film
Television series YearTitleRoleRole TypesNetwork2018Love by ChancePeteMain2019RemindersSonMainLine TV2 BrothersPat - The true grandsonGuestGMM 25, Line TVBai Mai Tee Plid Plew (The Leaves)Chananawat – Nira (Young)GuestOne31, Line TV, NetflixMy Love From Another StarSomchai - [Classmate]GuestChannel 3 (Thailand), Line TV, MELLO2020TharnTypePete - PichayaGuestOne 31, Line TVTharnType Special: Our Final LovePete - PichayaGuestVimeoWhy R U?Tutor - SattakhunMainOne 31, Line TVLove by Chance 2: A Chance to LovePete - PichayaFlashbackTencent Video2021Let's Fight GhostAof - Issawa PromvithiMainTrue Asian Series, True4U, NetflixMae Krua Kon Mai (My Mischievous Flancee)MaxGuestChannel 3 (Thailand)2022Secret Crush On YouThep (Senior University)GuestChannel 3 (Thailand), YouTubeSing AgainSol (Twin brother)MainTrueVisions, NetflixSchool Tales The SeriesBoyMainNetflixGapKhun PhoomGuestChannel 3 (Thailand)2024The signShakunathicharutGuest Duangjai Dhevaprom: Laorchan Plt. Off. / Flg. Off. / Flt. Lt. / Sqn. Ldr., M.L. Ronnaphoom Juthathep / Khun Phoom Supporting Duangjai Dhevaprom: JaiphisutSupportingDuangjai Dhevaprom: Dujapsorn MainDuangjai Dhevaprom: PorncheewanMain2025My Sweetheart JomJomMainWorkpoint TVHappinessPratMainTrueVisions, Netflix2026Love Life BalanceYuanMainChannel 3 (Thailand)
Music video appearances YearSong titleArtistNotes2018"นา นา นา"Boy SompobLove By Chance OST2019"TRUTH or DARE"Thanasit Jaturaput 2020"นี่คือรักใช่ไหม"Jarinya Sirimongkolsakul (Kaew) X Visava Thaiyanont (Tomo)Why R U? OST 2022"Innocent"Dusita Kitisarakulchai (Natherine)"ตั้งใจมารักข้างเดียวอยู่แล้ว"TEE JETS
Discography YearSong titleEnglish TitleNote2019"เพิ่งได้รู้""Just Know"Kissboys TH"ดีต่อใจ""Good to Heart""ถูกใจคนนี้""I Crush on You""องครักษ์""Ongkharak"Srinakharinwirot University Ongkharak Campus Music"ขอบคุณฟ้าที่ให้ฉันพบเธอ""Angels Brought Me Here"2020"รักใช่หรือเปล่า?""Is This Love?"Featuring with Issara Kitnitchi Why R U? OST"ความรู้สึกที่เปลี่ยน""Feelings Change"Why R U? OST"ได้พบกัน""To Meet You""รักให้ถึงที่สุด""Try"Let's Fight Ghost OST2021"ผิดไหมที่ฉันไม่กลับไปรักเธอ""Is It Wrong That I Won't Return to Loving You?"Call Me By Your Song Project"แอบหลงรัก""Secret Crush On You"Featuring with Saranyu Winaipanit Secret Crush On You OST 2022"ไม่ไหวแล้ว""My Universe"Featuring with Ravisrarat Pibulpanuvat OST Sing Again 2023"Marry Me""Marry Me"Gap The Series OST"Uoo Hoo""Uoo Hoo"
Hosting Television YearTitleTypeNetworkAir time2021T-POP STAGEMusic ProgramWorkpoint TV5 July 2021 – 26 July 2021T-POP STAGE SHOWMusic ProgramWorkpoint TV4 September 2021 – present
Online YearTitleTypeNetworkAir time2021SOS สัญญาณส่งความสุขTravel ProgramIDOLFACTORY8 March 2021 – presentSaintsupVlogSaintsup TV15 May 2021 – present
Awards and nominations YearAwardCategoryResultNominated work20192nd Line TV AwardsBest Couple Love by Chance: The SeriesBest Kiss Scene 13th Kazz AwardsYoung people of the year 2018 Popular Vote 2019 Male Rising Star 2019 Love by Chance: The SeriesBest Couple of the Year Daradaily Awards 8Male Rising Star of the year 2018 202016th Kom Chad Luek AwardsMost Popular actor14th Kazz AwardsYoung people of the year 2019 Popular Vote 2020 Most Popular Teen Actor 2020 6th Maya AwardsBest Couple Why R U?: The SeriesZoom Dara Awards & Showcase 2020Best Couple 2021Weibo Starlight Awards 2020 (China)Xing Yao Hall of Fame (Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand area)Line TV Awards 2021Best Couple Why R U?: The Series15th Kazz Awards Top Actor Award 2021 Popular Couple of the Year Let's Fight GhostHowe Awards 2020New Generation 7th Maya AwardsMale Rising StarLet's Fight GhostSiam Series Awards 2021Top Actor AwardLet's Fight Ghost2024Lifestyle Asia Thailand 50 ICONSEntrepreneur
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