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Who said you can’t juggle university life and a thriving career in entertainment? Tontawan Tantivejakul is living proof that with passion, diligence, and a touch of star power, anything is possible. Beyond the camera and lecture halls, she’s also a prominent face in the fashion world, earning her place as one of Thailand’s most stylish and sought-after personalities.
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A Woman in STEM
Believe it or not, Tantivejakul is balancing a flourishing acting career while pursuing a degree in dentistry. After completing her secondary education at Chulalongkorn University Demonstration School, she continued to Chulalongkorn University, where she’s been studying dentistry since 2020. Scroll through her Instagram Stories and you might catch glimpses of her in a lab coat, dental tools in hand.
Between memorizing scripts and mastering dental procedures, she’s proof that you can be both book smart and screen siren.
A Leap to Stardom
Though relatively new to the entertainment scene, Tantivejakul’s rise has been nothing short of meteoric. After appearing in a music video in 2020, she signed with GMMTV the same year. Her breakout came in 2021 with F4 Thailand: Boys Over Flowers, where her portrayal of Gorya earned her international fame and multiple Best Actress awards.
She followed it up with lead roles in Magic of Zero – Zero in the Moonlight and 10 Years Ticket, where she again won Best Actress honors. In 2024, the actress expanded her portfolio with a supporting role in the well-received film How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies.
Her success onscreen naturally opened doors in fashion, where she quickly became one of Thailand’s style icons.
Thai Fashion Darling
With delicate features and an effortlessly chic aura, it’s no surprise the fashion world came calling. Tantivejakul has worked with luxury brands including Burberry, Prada, Yves Saint Laurent, Loewe, and Bvlgari. In 2023, she was named Dior’s brand ambassador for Thailand, and by 2024, she added Puma Thailand to her roster.
Today, she stands as one of the country’s most coveted fashion figures, consistently turning heads both on and off the red carpet.
While Tontawan Tantivejakul has already carved out a name as an award-winning actress and fashion favorite, the next chapter of her story is equally exciting. Balancing dental school and stardom, she’s essentially living a Thai Hannah Montana life—minus the secret identity. As she continues to conquer the fashion world, the film industry, and academia, one thing’s certain: we’re all watching.
Follow Tontawan Tantivejakul on her socials for glimpses of her dentistry adventures, latest acting projects, and boldest fashion moments.
Featured Image and Photos: TONTAWAN TANTIVEJAKUL (via Instagram)
