Thai actors Fourth Nattawat and Gemini Norawit have found themselves at the centre of an online controversy after a short clip from a Thai variety show drew criticism from Indian viewers. The controversy has also revived wider criticism among some fans about the portrayal of Indian culture in Thai entertainment.<h2>What happened in the viral clip featuring Fourth Nattawat and Gemini Norawit?</h2>In the viral clip Gemini tried to communicate the clue, Fourth began making exaggerated movements involving his head, neck and arms. He also appeared to use dance-like gestures while attempting to figure out the answer. At one point, he referenced the Bollywood song “Dhoom Machale”. Gemini could be seen laughing and applauding during the exchange.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/mary-kom-s-ex-husband-onler-kom-files-defamation-case-against-boxer-amid-bigg-boss-20-appearance-report-1791386775279">Mary Kom’s ex-husband files defamation case against her</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">“Racism gets ignored so easily if its directed towards Indians &amp;amp; I agree.”

—Thai actors Fourth Nattawat &amp;amp; Gemini Norawit portray ‘Bollywood hero’ using exaggerated head-bobbing, Indian fans call out racist stereotype. https://t.co/icrmT1RLSO&mdash; The Indian Idiot (@theindianidiot) <a href="https://x.com/theindianidiot/status/2107726170720710786?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 7, 2026</a></blockquote>
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The 15-second clip quickly circulated on social media, where viewers began debating the way Indian culture had been represented.<h2>Reaction of Indian viewers to viral clip of Thai actors</h2>The particular segment of Thai actors was accused of the portrayal being racist or culturally insensitive. Other viewers and fans defended the pair, arguing that it was a harmless, light-hearted moment from a variety show game with no malicious intent, and noted that Fourth has previously expressed appreciation for Indian culture (such as wearing henna).&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ramayana-producer-namit-malhotra-s-prime-focus-office-searched-by-income-tax-department-report-1791382328044">Ramayana producer Namit Malhotra’s office searched by Income Tax Department</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;One user wrote, "and the same Thai's will take this Indian copied dance from their CCP masters.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">@theindianidiot 😂😂 and the same Thai's will take this Indian copied dance from their CCP masters
https://t.co/b29aPKvCNp&mdash; Vispy (@VispyKH) <a href="https://x.com/VispyKH/status/2107832193015791649?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 7, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Another user wrote, "What fourth, pond and Gemini did was racist and disgusting, but some Indians using it as an excuse to be so homophobic, transphobic, and xenophobic are full of s***s and Repulsive."

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">@theindianidiot What fourth,pond and Gemini did was racist and disgusting, but some Indians using it as an excuse to be so homophobic, transphobic, xenophobic are full of shits and Repulsive 🤢🤢&mdash; Kuromi (@Kuromisyek7) <a href="https://x.com/Kuromisyek7/status/2107793211397730600?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 7, 2026</a></blockquote>
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"There's a diff btwn a common man being racist n a massive celebrity of a country openly making fun of culture that also in current time not few years back disappointed with fourth as a khunoo myself", wrote the third user.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">@theindianidiot There's a diff btwn a common man being racist n a massive celebrity of a country openly making fun of culture that also in current time not few years back disappointed with fourth as a khunoo myself&mdash; Fu.shi 🪽 (@RedJennie_) <a href="https://x.com/RedJennie_/status/2107914089838370968?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 7, 2026</a></blockquote>
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<h2>All about Fourth Nattawat and Gemini Norawit</h2>Fourth Nattawat Jirochtikul is a 21-year-old Thai actor, singer, and model signed under GMMTV and Riser Music. He rose to fame as Gun in My School President (2022), Li Ming in Moonlight Chicken (2023) and Tanrak in Ticket to Heaven (2026). He frequently works and tours alongside &nbsp;Gemini Norawit Titicharoenrak (known as the Gemini Fourth duo). Fourth serves as a brand friend for Louis Vuitton and owns the clothing label Nu Mo Ne.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/kangana-ranaut-approaches-delhi-hc-seeking-protection-of-personality-publicity-rights-1791384272761">Kangana Ranaut approaches Delhi HC seeking protection of personality rights</a>&nbsp;Gemini Norawit, aka Norawit Titicharoenrak (nicknamed Gemini), is a popular Thai actor, singer, and model signed under GMMTV and Riser Music. He rose to fame playing Tinn in the hit series My School President (2022) and Heart in Moonlight Chicken (2023), alongside his frequent on-screen partner Fourth Nattawat.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/nana-patekar-dies-at-75-a-look-at-the-veteran-actor-s-five-decade-journey-in-bollywood-and-marathi-cinema-1791433172692">Nana Patekar dies at 75: A look at the veteran actor’s five-decade journey in Bollywood and Marathi cinema</a>&nbsp;Gemini released solo tracks like "Hook" and "Too Close to Handle" and performs as a singer under Riser Music.

A viral clip featuring Thai actors Fourth Nattawat and Gemini Norawit has sparked criticism among Indian fans over its portrayal of Bollywood in a show. Read more to know.

Thai actors Fourth Nattawat and Gemini Norawit have found themselves at the centre of an online controversy after a short clip from a Thai variety show drew criticism from Indian viewers. The controversy has also revived wider criticism among some fans about the portrayal of Indian culture in Thai entertainment. What happened in the viral clip featuring Fourth Nattawat and Gemini Norawit? In the viral clip Gemini tried to communicate the clue, Fourth began making exaggerated movements involving his head, neck and arms. He also appeared to use dance-like gestures while attempting to figure out the answer. At one point, he referenced the Bollywood song “Dhoom Machale”. Gemini could be seen laughing and applauding during the exchange. Also Read: Mary Kom’s ex-husband files defamation case against her

A viral clip featuring Thai actors Fourth Nattawat and Gemini Norawit has sparked criticism among Indian fans over its portrayal of Bollywood in a show. Read more to know.

Thai Actors Fourth Nattawat, Gemini Norawit face racism accusations from Indian fans over viral Bollywood act

From Khulen Chiwit to Full House, these Thai dramas have made these stars even household names in the Southeast Asian region. Let's check out the popular shows to add them to your watchlist.

From Khulen Chiwit to Full House, these Thai dramas have made these stars even household names in the Southeast Asian region. Let's check out the popular shows to add them to your watchlist.

8 Heartwarming Thai dramas you can add to your binge watch list: Kluen Cheewit, Praomook, Full House and more

The religion, customs, language, literature, dancing, and cuisine of Thailand have all been profoundly influenced by Indian culture. However, Thai Dramas, or dramas with a Thai setting, are now impacting the Indian audience and how they choose to consume material. In fact, the success of K-dramas and K-pop helped make BL dramas famous in India. 

Asian "boys' love" (BL dramas) offer the ideal combination of romance, chemistry, sexual scenes, and beautiful heroes to captivate audiences worldwide. In a country like India where for many, homosexuality is still a crime, may have begun to accept new genre of Thai shows (Boy Love shows).

<img alt="TharnType The Series" src="http://puui.wetvinfo.com/vcover_hz_pic/0/ekt57gsx648gdr91640074256024/0" />

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;TharType (Thai BL Drama)

Origin of Boy Love Series:

Boy Love (BL) Drama has now developed into a distinct subgenre. While BL dramas and series have been routinely produced in Thailand and Taiwan over the past few years, Yaoi, as it is more formally known, was first created in Japan as homoerotic comics for girls and young women (known as shoujo manga). Yasuko Sakata and Akiko Hatsu, two female manga artists affiliated with the illustrious Year 24 Group, are credited with coining the phrase. Critics, journalists, and academics collectively referred to this generation of female manga artists as the "Year 24 Group" in the early 1970s.

Target audience of Boy Love Series:

Boy Love Dramas have become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly as they attract western audiences from around the world. These dramas are aimed at a particular audience, primarily young women in their teens or early twenties, who watch them in anticipation of the heart-pounding, romantic moments. Female office workers and housewives, are now more into Thai BL dramas as a result of having to spend more time at home due to the pandemic. It focuses on male-male interactions, and it's typically written by women and marketed to female readers.

The madness of KinnPorsche:

After the "2gether the series," (2020) "KinnPorsche's" released on April 2nd of this year and completely altered the landscape of Thailand's entertainment sector. Every time an episode was released, it became a weekly trending topic because it fulfilled its promise. The success of the show and its cast is well-deserved, as evidenced by the abundance of comments and conversations on YouTube, fan edits on Instagram, and hashtags linked to the show and its cast on Twitter. The chatter about the newly released episodes of this series is keeping Indian viewers occupied, and they are also browsing the list of BL dramas such as "TharnType," "To My Star," etc.

<img alt="The Whole World is Talking About 'KinnPorsche'; Here's Why" src="https://rollingstoneindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/kinnporsche-large.jpeg" />

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Main leads of KinnPorsche

The tenacity of each and every person involved in the production process, in addition to the show's original plot, is what really solidifies KinnPorsche's basis. Every scene suggested KinnPorsche would be a level darker, more intricate, and superior than the original. Every figure received a complete aesthetic makeover, and each billboard shouted "high-quality production." These are the show's characteristics. which really encouraged the Indian audience to stay tuned in and, in addition, made room for forthcoming Thai BL shows to find a following both in India and around the world.

Boy Love dramas paving the way for the Thai entertainment industry

Through its BL dramas, Thailand has gained both domestic and international prominence. One of Thailand's most well-known BL series, '2gether,' has received praise for popularising the genre internationally including in India.&nbsp;Through art, one can see links being created between a discriminatory present and an inclusive future, but this is a far-off phenomenon. However, BL dramas are largely responsible for Thailand's entertainment sector's success, and BL series have the potential to acquire some soft power, similar to what K-pop has done for South Korea.

Thai BL dramas placed first, second, and fourth in 2020, and six of the top 10 shows, including ones from China and South Korea, featured BL. Thailand believes that its black-light dramas could take the world by storm like K-pop. Boy Love has a huge impact, and when used appropriately, it can alter how the LGBTQIA+ communities are seen by the general public. Realistic BL has served as a link between fiction and reality, and as our environment changes, BL that accurately depicts daily life may unintentionally enter people's consciousness and usher in a new age. With the chemistry these black-letter dramas are pouring with all the actual aspects of reality, India and the whole world are currently in love.

The religion, customs, language, literature, dancing, and cuisine of Thailand have all been profoundly influenced by Indian culture. However, Thai Dramas, or dramas with a Thai setting, are now impacting the Indian audience and how they choose to consume material.

The religion, customs, language, literature, dancing, and cuisine of Thailand have all been profoundly influenced by Indian culture. However, Thai Dramas, or dramas with a Thai setting, are now impacting the Indian audience and how they choose to consume material. In fact, the success of K-dramas and K-pop helped make BL dramas famous in India. Asian "boys' love" (BL dramas) offer the ideal combination of romance, chemistry, sexual scenes, and beautiful heroes to captivate audiences worldwide. In a country like India where for many, homosexuality is still a crime, may have begun to accept new genre of Thai shows (Boy Love shows). TharType (Thai BL Drama) Origin of Boy Love Series: Boy Love (BL) Drama has now developed into a distinct subgenre. While BL dramas and series have been routinely produced in Thailand and Taiwan over the past few years, Yaoi, as it is more formally known, was first created in Japan as homoerotic comics for girls and young women (known as shoujo manga). Yasuko Sakata and Akiko Hatsu, two female manga artists affiliated with the illustrious Year 24 Group, are credited with coining the phrase. Critics, journalists, and academics collectively referred to this generation of female manga artists as the "Year 24 Group" in the early 1970s. Target audience of Boy Love Series: Boy Love Dramas have become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly as they attract western audiences from around the world. These dramas are aimed at a particular audience, primarily young women in their teens or early twenties, who watch them in anticipation of the heart-pounding, romantic moments. Female office workers and housewives, are now more into Thai BL dramas as a result of having to spend more time at home due to the pandemic. It focuses on male-male interactions, and it's typically written by women and marketed to female readers. The madness of KinnPorsche: After the "2gether the series," (2020) "KinnPorsche's" released on April 2nd of this year and completely altered the landscape of Thailand's entertainment sector. Every time an episode was released, it became a weekly trending topic because it fulfilled its promise. The success of the show and its cast is well-deserved, as evidenced by the abundance of comments and conversations on YouTube, fan edits on Instagram, and hashtags linked to the show and its cast on Twitter. The chatter about the newly released episodes of this series is keeping Indian viewers occupied, and they are also browsing the list of BL dramas such as "TharnType," "To My Star," etc. Main leads of KinnPorsche The tenacity of each and every person involved in the production process, in addition to the show's original plot, is what really solidifies KinnPorsche's basis. Every scene suggested KinnPorsche would be a level darker, more intricate, and superior than the original. Every figure received a complete aesthetic makeover, and each billboard shouted "high-quality production." These are the show's characteristics. which really encouraged the Indian audience to stay tuned in and, in addition, made room for forthcoming Thai BL shows to find a following both in India and around the world. Boy Love dramas paving the way for the Thai entertainment industry Through its BL dramas, Thailand has gained both domestic and international prominence. One of Thailand's most well-known BL series, '2gether,' has received praise for popularising the genre internationally including in India. Through art, one can see links being created between a discriminatory present and an inclusive future, but this is a far-off phenomenon. However, BL dramas are largely responsible for Thailand's entertainment sector's success, and BL series have the potential to acquire some soft power, similar to what K-pop has done for South Korea. Thai BL dramas placed first, second, and fourth in 2020, and six of the top 10 shows, including ones from China and South Korea, featured BL. Thailand believes that its black-light dramas could take the world by storm like K-pop. Boy Love has a huge impact, and when used appropriately, it can alter how the LGBTQIA+ communities are seen by the general public. Realistic BL has served as a link between fiction and reality, and as our environment changes, BL that accurately depicts daily life may unintentionally enter people's consciousness and usher in a new age. With the chemistry these black-letter dramas are pouring with all the actual aspects of reality, India and the whole world are currently in love.

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