Pond Naravit (Naravit Lertratkosum): Thailand’s Charismatic Multi-Platform Star

From his beginnings as a biomedical engineering student to becoming the face of hit dramas and luxury brand campaigns, Naravit "Pond" Lertratkosum, known simply as Pond Naravit, has become a defining entertainer of his generation. Whether he’s stirring emotion on screen, lighting up social media feeds, or commanding crowds at brand events across Southeast Asia, Pond’s rise feels both extraordinarily meteoric and utterly heartfelt.

The Early Story: “Pond” Is More Than a Nickname

Born February 1, 2001, in Bangkok, Thailand, Naravit’s path was not one scripted by privilege. He grew up with an appreciation for hard work and self-reliance, especially after his father passed when he was young—a challenging chapter that shaped his grounded personality and work ethic.

His given name, Naravit, became the friendly “Pond” that fans around Asia now chant. Fun anecdote: his parents once considered naming him “Pangpond,” a Thai word linked to a beloved food craving, illustrating a whimsical cultural touchpoint no entertainer’s origin story should lack.

While pursuing a Biomedical Engineering degree at King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Pond was already gathering attention, not for test scores, but for his magnetic presence. In 2019 he was crowned “Most Handsome Man” in his faculty and competed as a standout “hot student,” hinting early at the charisma that would fuel his future stardom.

The Leap: Talent Show Victory to GMMTV Contract

Pond’s formal launch into entertainment came in 2020 when he entered and won the “Go On Girl & Guy Star Search” competition—a talent hunt by Clean & Clear that opened a gateway to professional acting.

Unlike many actors who grow through years of small parts, Pond’s first on-screen work was a cameo in The Gifted: Graduation, a promising sci-fi teen series that allowed him to find his footing before a real breakout.

Winning the competition earned him an exclusive contract with GMMTV, Thailand’s powerhouse entertainment company that manages many of the country’s hottest young actors. It was a turning point: Pond now had industry backing to match his raw talent.

Breakthrough Roles: Capturing Hearts Across Asia

Fish Upon the Sky — The Breakout

In 2021 Pond landed the role that made his name: Mork in the smash hit romantic comedy series Fish Upon the Sky. His natural charm, comedic timing, and chemistry with co-star Phuwin Tangsakyuen turned the show into a cultural moment, especially within the global Boys’ Love (BL) fandom.

This was not merely a TV show; it was Pond’s heart-stealing debut. Overnight, memes, fan edits, and trending clips materialized on YouTube and TikTok, turning Mork into a character fans still revisit.

More Roles, Deeper Characters

Following that success, Pond continued to cement his range:

• Palm in Never Let Me Go (2022) — a richer, emotionally complex lead role.

• Reprises in Our Skyy 2 (2023) — celebrating fan-favorite pairings.

• Alan in Loneliness Society and Judo in Dirty Laundry (2023) — expanding into other genres.

• Phum in We Are (2024) — a performance noted for sincerity.

• Day in Leap Day (2025) — showing emotional range in romantic drama.

• Thee in Me and Thee (2025) — his next anticipated lead role.

  
  

Awards followed acclaim: Pond and his co-star earned the Japan Expo Actors Award, and he claimed “Koo Jin of the Year” at the Feed Y Awards 2024, evidence that beyond popularity, the industry respects his craft.

Social Media & Fan Culture: More Than Just Likes

While Pond’s acting launched him into public view, it’s his digital presence that has made him a globally discussed personality.

His Instagram and TikTok accounts buzz with personal snippets, behind-the-scenes moments, trend participations and candid interactions with fans, called “PangPonds,” while his dynamic with Phuwin’s “Narawins” became one of Thai pop culture’s most beloved fan communities.

One example of his playful authenticity? Pond often reposts and reacts to pop culture content, once sharing a K-pop-inspired “thirst edit” of NCT’s Jaehyun on TikTok, charmingly exposing his real-world fandom and bridging Thai and Korean pop cultures in one swoop.

Beyond acting and fashion, Pond actively engages with fan dance challenges online, like the BTS J-Hope “Killin’ It Girl” challenge that exploded across social feeds, adding a performance art dimension to his online persona and earning bursts of viral shares.

Brand Power & Global Recognition

Pond’s appeal isn’t limited to screens and social feeds; it’s lucrative and international.

Luxury Fashion & Fragrance Ambassador

In January 2025, Pond became Versace’s Fragrance Ambassador for Southeast Asia, the first Thai actor to hold that title. This wasn’t just another endorsement; it signaled his crossover into luxury branding and regional influence, with events in cities like Kuala Lumpur drawing throngs of fans and international media attention.

Philippines Cosmetics Campaign

Later in 2025, he was named the first Thai brand ambassador for Ever Bilena, a major Philippine cosmetic company—a testament to his regional appeal and cross-market cachet.

Brands laud him as “confident, relatable and passionately connected to his audience”—attributes that translate seamlessly into both traditional advertising and influencer campaigns.

The Person Behind the Star

Pond’s fans know he’s not all glitz. Stories circulating online describe his generosity and grounded nature, donating to educational causes and helping build school facilities, even donating personal funds to support classrooms. Though not officially reported in mainstream media, fan communities attribute these actions to a star who has not forgotten what it means to give back.

He’s also known for supporting his family and openly sharing his interests, which range from from basketball and dance to K-pop bias discussions, creating a digital portrait of a real person behind the polished roles.

Legacy in the Making: What Pond Represents

Pond Naravit’s journey, from engineering student to multimedia star, reads like a modern playbook for creative success in the digital age. He straddles the worlds of scripted television, social personality driven content, and commercial influence with effortless charisma.

He embodies a generation of entertainers who don’t just act, they engage, perform, inspire, and connect across borders. His career is a case study in building a brand that’s equal parts craft and authenticity.

Bottom Line

Pond Naravit Lertratkosum is not just a name on a screen or a profile picture on Instagram. He’s a storyteller, a trend-setter, a fan favorite, and an emerging global face of Thai entertainment. From his breakout in Fish Upon the Sky to commanding regional fashion campaigns and international brand partnerships, he’s proof that talent backed by heart and hustle can resonate far beyond borders.