Pop releases an emotional song
Pongkool Suebsung (Pop) is one of the hardest-working stars in showbiz. Last year, he played many gigs around the country and also appeared in the film, Love on the Rocks. He was so busy, he only found time to release one single, “Gamnun Thonglor (Village Headman).” So fans were delighted when Pop recently came out with a brand new song, “Phap Cham (Memorable Image).”
The song’s video has attracted almost as much attention as the single itself. It tells the story of a bride who dies in an accident on her wedding day. She becomes a ghost who watches as her husband gradually moves on and starts a new relationship. The emotional song and video have attracted more than 19 million viewers on YouTube so far.
S Weekly caught up with the busy star at Asiatique where he told us about his music and acting.
Do you ever feel worried before releasing a single?
Pop: Yes. I worry about whether a song is good enough or if there are any flaws in the recording. Last year, we released the wrong version of “Village Headman.” We had to pull the track and fix it before we could re-release it.
What do you enjoy about working with producer Ball from Apartment Khunpa?
Pop: He's somebody who I can count on. I work slowly while he works very fast. We work well together.
Do you like watching ghost movies?
Pop: Yes. I enjoy them very much. I especially liked them when I was younger. Whenever a new ghost movie came out, I’d rush to the cinema to see it. I even like listening to ghost stories on the radio.
Are you afraid of ghosts?
Pop: Not any more. But I was afraid for a long time. I had to have the lights on while I went to sleep. But I got over my fear some years ago. Now, I can walk alone on a dark and quiet lane.
Why did you ask filmmaker Jim Sophon to direct the video?
Pop: He’s made films about ghosts and romance. So I think he was the perfect person for the video.
Many people have commented on the video, saying it reminds them of their exes. How do you feel about that?
Pop: I understand that reaction. Everybody spends time thinking about the past. But your memories shouldn’t be an obstacle to happiness.
Do you generally find it easy to move on?
Pop: It depends. I tend to get emotional quickly, but then calm down quickly. In some situations, though, I find it difficult to let things go. Some people will apologise to make a situation better, even when they haven’t done anything wrong. I’m jealous of people like that. It’s something I can’t do.
Have you ever had any problems while performing?
Pop: I often forget lyrics, but that’s quite a common issue for singers. Once I made a big mistake when I told the audience that the next performer would be luk thung singer, Yinglee Srijumphon. But I was wrong. When she didn’t appear onstage, I had to sing her song.
Did you enjoy acting in the recent TV drama My Dear Loser: Happy Ever After?
Pop: Yes, but it wasn’t easy. My character Win looks tough, but is actually quite sweet. It was a challenge to get that across without making him too effeminate.
What was it like to work with Push Puttichai and Joke Gornpop?
Pop: I accepted the role because of them. We had fun on set. Most of the time, it just felt like we were hanging out - especially during the final episode, which was filmed at the beach.
