Jarunun Phantachat

Jarunun “Jaa” Phantachat Award‑Winning Actor | Film, Television & Theatre Thailand Jarunun “Jaa” Phantachat is an award‑winning Thai actor known for her emotionally grounded performances, strong physical theatre foundation, and ability to embody complex, often socially rooted characters. She is a recipient of the Silpathorn Award for Performing Arts (2014), one of Thailand’s highest honors for contemporary artists. With a career spanning independent cinema, international theatre, and global streaming platforms, Jarunun has built a reputation for disciplined, nuanced work across cultures, languages, and performance styles. Film & Television Jarunun’s screen work ranges from intimate arthouse films to internationally distributed series. She is particularly recognized for her naturalistic performances and her facility with regional dialects and multilingual dialogue. Selected credits include: Doctor Climax (Netflix, 2024) Thai Cave Rescue (Netflix, 2022) — Noi (Dom’s Aunt) Nakorn‑Sawan (2018) — Award‑winning independent feature Reside (2018), dir. Wisit Sasanatieng Ferris Wheels (2016) — Best Actress, Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia All I See Is You (2016), dir. Marc Forster Theatre & Physical Performance A co‑founder of B‑Floor Theatre, one of Thailand’s most influential contemporary performance collectives, Jarunun specializes in movement‑based and experimental theatre. Her training includes Butoh, Viewpoints, and Laban, giving her a strong physical vocabulary and adaptability across styles. Selected stage works: Master Class (2025) — Maria Callas, Bangkok production Pratthana: A Portrait of Possession (2018–2019), dir. Toshiki Okada — International tour (Thailand, Japan, France, Germany) Paranoid‑Schizoid (2022) Happy Hunting Ground — Thai‑German co‑production Languages & Skills Languages: Thai (native), Northern & Northeastern Thai dialects, English (intermediate) Additional skills: Physical theatre, character transformation, voice performance Awards & Additional Work Silpathorn Award, Performing Arts (2014) Two‑time Nataraj Award‑winning screenwriter Voice‑over talent & director for major international game production.