Korapat Kirdpan, widely known by his nickname Nanon, is a prominent Thai actor, singer, and model.
Born on December 18, 2000, in Bangkok, Thailand, he has established himself as one of the leading figures in the Thai entertainment industry, particularly through his work with the production company GMMTV.
He is recognized for his versatile performances in television series, often portraying complex and relatable characters that resonate with audiences across Southeast Asia and beyond.
Nanon began his journey in the spotlight remarkably early, appearing in television commercials as a child actor at just three months old.
Siblings
Korapat has one younger sister, Pitchaporn Kirdpan, who is affectionately known as Nonnie.
She maintains a presence as a social media influencer and shares a close bond with her brother, often highlighted by fans through their shared family moments and supportive relationship.
The Kirdpan siblings come from a family with ties to the entertainment world, as their father is the Thai actor Khunakorn Kirdpan, and their mother is Poonsuk Kirdpan (also referred to as Poonsuk Wongjakrapat in some sources).
Career
Nanon officially entered the acting scene in his teenage years, signing with GMMTV in 2015 and making his notable debut in the series Ugly Duckling: Don’t as Plawan.
He gained wider recognition through supporting and leading roles in popular youth-oriented dramas.
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His breakthrough came with performances in series such as Senior Secret Love (2016), where he played S in the “My Lil Boy” segment, and My Dear Loser (2017) as Oh.
These roles showcased his ability to portray emotional depth and youthful charm.
He further solidified his status with the critically acclaimed The Gifted (2018) and its sequel The Gifted: Graduation (2020), playing the intelligent and determined character Pang.
Other significant projects include Blacklist (2019) as Traffic, the internationally popular Bad Buddy Series (2021) as Pran, and The Jungle (2023), where he took on dual roles.
Beyond acting, Nanon has pursued music as a singer under Riser Music, contributing original soundtracks and expanding his artistic range.
His career reflects a steady progression from child actor to multifaceted entertainer, with ongoing involvement in GMMTV productions and related ventures.
Accolades
Kirdpan earned nominations for Best Actor in a Leading Role at the Asian Television Awards, including in 2019 for The Gifted and in 2021 for The Gifted: Graduation.
In 2022, he won the Best Theme Song Award at the 27th Asian TV Awards for “Just Friend?” from the Bad Buddy Series original soundtrack.
Additional honors include the Jewel of Thailand Award for Outstanding Entertainment Person in 2016, Person of the Year at the 2nd World Top Award in 2017, and the Role Model Artist – Actor from the Rattanakosin Active Citizen Award that same year.
He has also been acknowledged as a youth role model, receiving the Thailand Master Youth Award in the category of Artists, Performers, Singers & Entertainers in 2019, as well as various fan-voted accolades such as Best Couple and Best Actor wins at events like the Kazz Awards, particularly for his chemistry in Bad Buddy Series.
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