Thommayanti
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Born:
Jul 10, 1937

Died:
Sep 13, 2021

Age: 84 Deceased

Department:
Writing

Total Credits: 21

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Thommayanti

Also known as: Wimol Siripaiboon, ทมยันตี, Ying Wimon Chiamcharoen, Wimon Siriphaibun

Biography

Thommayanti is the pen name of Thailand National Artist Khun Ying Wimon Chiamcharoen, who was born as Wimon Siriphaibun. She is a Thai novelist and has been a legislator several times in her career.

Among her works there is the historical fantasy romance novel, Thawiphop, about a woman who time travels from the 20th century to Rama V-era Siam. The story was first adapted as a film by Cherd Songsri in 1990, and has since been adapted as a stage play, a musical, a television series, and a 2004 film (Siam Renaissance).

Another of Thommayanti's works is Khu Kam, about the romance of a Thai woman and a Japanese soldier during World War II in Thailand. It has been adapted into two films, Sunset at Chaophraya (in 1996 and 2013), a stage musical, and a television series. Among her famous works are the romantic love story Dang Duang Haruethai and the socially conscious and inspiring rag-to-riches tales Sapan Dao.

Apart from her writing ability, she is a noted orator. On several occasions, Wi...

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