Phuket Heroines Festival to feature epic historical drama
Phuket is gearing up for an unforgettable Heroines Festival 2025, with Thai actresses Anyarin “Tubtim” Terathananpat and Kessarin “Nui” Ektawatkul set to take centre stage in a dramatic re-enactment of the island’s most legendary battle.
The two leading ladies were officially announced at a press conference on March 2 at the Chartered Bank intersection in Phuket Town, presided over by Phuket Vice Governor Samawit Suphanphai and other key officials.
Tubtim, 34, best known for her role in the 2024 film Mae Nak Talu Miti, will portray Ya Mook, while Nui, 45, a former national taekwondo champion turned actress, will bring Ya Jun to life.
The pair will play the iconic Heroines of Thalang, Thao Thep Krasattri and Thao Sri Soonthorn, in the grand Light and Sound Historical Drama Performance: a tribute to the sisters’ legendary bravery in defending Phuket from Burmese invaders.
Expressing their excitement, both actresses shared their deep honour in portraying such revered figures.
The event, held at the Thalang Memorial Field in Thepkrasattri subdistrict, will run nightly from March 13 to 15.
Alongside the breathtaking performance, visitors can enjoy cultural exhibitions, traditional food, and OTOP product sales, showcasing Phuket’s rich heritage, reported Phuket News.
Festival Schedule:
March 13:
- 5pm – OTOP product and local food stalls open
- 6.30pm – Gathering at Thalang City Memorial
- 7pm – Praise to Thao Thep Krasattri and Thao Sri Soonthorn opening ceremony
- 8pm – Light and Sound Historical Drama Performance
March 14 to 15:
- 5pm – OTOP product and local food stalls open
- 8pm – Light and Sound Historical Drama Performance
The festival serves as both a historical tribute and a major tourism draw, highlighting Phuket’s cultural legacy while attracting visitors eager to witness its rich traditions.
Local officials encourage locals and tourists alike to attend, promising a visually stunning spectacle that brings history to life under the night sky.
In similar news, Phuket will welcome underprivileged youth from Thailand’s Deep South as part of the San Jai Thai Su Jai Tai project, an initiative aimed at bridging cultural divides and offering transformative experiences to young people from conflict-affected regions.
Phuket Provincial Chief Administrative Officer Thiraphong Chuaychu announced the initiative at a meeting at Phuket Provincial Hall on February 19.
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