Jirayu Tangsrisuk facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jirayu Tangsrisuk
จิรายุ ตั้งศรีสุข
James Jirayu in December 2022
Born	Jirayuth Tangsrisuk (1993-09-19) September 19, 1993 (age 31) Phichit, Thailand
Other names	James James Ji
Education	Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Alma mater	Rangsit University
Occupation	Actor singer model
Years active	2012–present
Agent	Channel 3 (2012–2025)
Notable work	Suphapburut Juthathep (2013) The One in My Heart (2015) Repercussion (2019)
Height	1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)
Spouse(s)	Benjamas Kittipitakkul ​ (m. 2024)​

Jirayu Tangsrisuk (Thai: จิรายุ ตั้งศรีสุข), born on September 19, 1993, is a famous Thai actor, singer, and model. Many people know him as James Jirayu or James Ji. He has starred in many popular movies and TV shows.

Some of his well-known roles include Suphapburut Juthathep (2013), Timeline (2014), and The One in My Heart (2015). He also appeared in The Loyal Wife (2016) and Repercussion (2019).

Early Life and Education

Jirayu Tangsrisuk was born in Phichit, Thailand. He is the youngest child in his family. His parents gave him the nickname "James" because they liked the character James Bond.

James went to Phichit Phitthakhom School for high school. He also trained as a territorial defense student during this time. Later, he studied at Rangsit University. He first studied Communication Arts, focusing on radio and TV. In 2013, he changed his major to Business Administration. He finished his degree in Retail Business Management in December 2017.

Discovering His Talents

From a young age, James enjoyed dancing and singing. He also played the bass guitar in his high school band. In 2011, he won a modeling contest for a cosmetics brand called Mistine. This was his first step into the world of modeling.

In April 2012, Charnchalard Dhaweesap, who owned an entertainment agency, saw James' photos online. He quickly reached out to James. Even though seven other agencies were interested, James chose to start his career with Charnchalard's company.

Acting and Music Career

James Jirayu began his acting career in the Thai TV drama (called a lakorn) Khun Chai Puttipat. This show aired in May 2013. By September of the same year, he made his movie debut in First Love. He quickly became a very successful actor.

In January 2014, James held his first concert, called James Ji Monkey King Fan Meeting. His second movie, Timeline, was released in February 2014.

Expanding His Skills

Towards the end of 2015, James traveled to Vietnam. He took martial arts classes to prepare for his new drama, Padiwaradda (The Loyal Wife). This show had many action scenes, so the training was very helpful.

On January 13, 2016, Padiwaradda (The Loyal Wife) aired. It was his second drama with actress Ranee Campen. In the same month, a TV show called Tabi Japan with James Jirayu was broadcast. This show explored six prefectures in Japan's Tohoku region.

James also showed his talent as a model on international stages. He walked the runway for Yohji Yamamoto's Autumn-Winter Paris Men's Collection in 2016–17. On March 19, he appeared at the 22nd Tokyo Girls Collection 2016 Spring/Summer.

Recent Works and Achievements

Filming for two new dramas, Nueng Dao Fa Diao (Underneath The Same Sky) and Game Sanaeha (Game of Affection), began in 2016. He starred in these shows with actress Natapohn Tameeruks. In June 2016, James released his first CD album and photo album in Japan, titled Kimi Dake I Love You. He even took the photos for the album himself.

In 2017, James was ranked as the 3rd highest-paid actor in Thailand. His first drama with Kimberley Anne Woltemas, Buang Hong (Fallen Angel), aired in March of that year. By April 2018, he moved up to 2nd place on the list of highest-paid actors. He also appeared in Krong Kam, which aired from February to April 2019.

On March 26, 2021, James released his first mini music album, called See More.

Filmography

Television Dramas

• Suphapburut Juthathep, 2013
• Neung Nai Suang, 2015
• Idol x Warrior Miracle Tunes!, 2017
• Nueng Dao Fah Deaw, 2018
• Krong Kam, 2019

Films