Showing 41 - 50 of 320
Bangkok reimagined
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 23/09/2022
» You may already have heard of Bangkok being compared to Blade Runner made real, given our neon signs, skyscrapers, dingy alleys, huge billboards, elevated motorways and busy roads. Flaws and all, Bangkok has inspired many artists to reimagine it in their own way, shining a different light on our beloved capital city. Its unique aesthetic has captured the imagination of many artists and filmmakers, and Guru has compiled a few noteworthy reimaginations of Bangkok for your entertainment.
A show of strength
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 16/09/2022
» Over the past few years, American superheroes have dominated the movies in cinemas and series on various streaming services. That is likely to continue since Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe consists of planned releases in 2023 and 2024, while DC Extended Universe also has at least five films to be released next year. Last month, a reboot of the Red Eagle, perhaps Thailand's best-known superhero, was also announced for a planned release in 2024. Guru thinks home-grown heroes need long overdue love from us, so here are some of the memorable ones for your reading pleasure.
Dispensing Thainess
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 26/08/2022
» From Thai-style gashapons to a portable shrine in case you need spiritual uplift on the go, Thai culture has been a big inspiration to many product designers and makers who put creative spins and present Thainess in a contemporary way. Here's Guru's list of cool products inspired by Thainess.
Happy Mother's Day
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 12/08/2022
» You already know what today is. While giving your mum a jasmine brooch or a garland on Mother's Day is cute, you're not forever 10 years old. And if you're our demo, we're sure you can do more than that, especially with the help of our pick of different ways to celebrate your mother and show her your appreciation below.
Looking ahead
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 01/07/2022
» Welcome to the second half of 2022, officially! Things are looking up as the mask mandate has been lifted and Miss Rona is considered an endemic, starting from today. To celebrate getting back to the old normal, we think it's fitting to present exciting openings of hotels that you can look forward to.
Taking Mexican cuisine to new heights
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 17/06/2022
» Launching ahead of the much-anticipated opening of The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon in Q3, is Ojo Bangkok, a Mexican restaurant on the 76th floor of King Power Mahanakhon on Naradhiwas Rajanagarindra Road.
Finding your finesse
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/06/2022
» Besides being one of the best Sunday brunch spots in Bangkok, Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok’s Stock.Room offers fun and engaging cooking lessons at its Studio.Maa-Lai.
Out and Proud
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 10/06/2022
» Saroj "Ark" Kunatanad lives out and proud is his personal and professional lives. As an OG member of Trasher Bangkok, he has directed parody music videos and organised inclusive parties pre-Covid-19. He has also explored photography skills with intimate and sensual male portraits, adding "director” of music videos and commercials to his CV. Ark makes his directorial debut with Getaway, a Singaporean BL (boy love) web drama shot in Bangkok, for Asia's leading LGBTQIA media publication Dear Straight People. Ark tells Guru about the new web series and his creative journey.
Capital By Any Other Name...
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 25/02/2022
» The Office of the Royal Society (ORST) recently announced the change of the official name of Bangkok to Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, with the former name still being recognised. The change is part of the Prime Minister's Office draft announcement on an updated list names of countries, territories, administrative zones and capitals, proposed by the ORST for the Thai people. The draft was approved by Cabinet, though the new official name will not come into effect as it awaits further vetting by relevant authorities.
Making herstory
Guru, Pornchai Sereemongkonpol, Published on 28/01/2022
» Corona can't keep a good queen down. That seems to be the case for Pangina Heals, aka Pan Pan Narkpresert, who's about to make herstory as the first Thai contestant to compete in RuPaul's Drag Race UK VS The World, the first international edition of Emmy-winning reality competition show RuPaul's Drag Race where nine queens from around the world compete for the title of "Queen Of The World".