Urassaya Sperbund facts for kids
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Urassaya Sperbund
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Urassaya in October 2022
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| Born | 18 March 1993 Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand
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| Other names | Yaya |
| Education | Chulalongkorn University (B.A.) |
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| Years active | 2008–present |
| Agent | Channel 3 |
| Partner(s) | Nadech Kugimiya (2023–present; engaged) |
| Awards | Full list |
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Urassaya Sperbund (Thai: อุรัสยา เสปอร์บันด์), often called Yaya (Thai: ญาญ่า), is a famous Thai actress and model. She was born on March 18, 1993. Yaya has won many awards for her acting, including two top film awards called Suphannahong National Film Awards. She also received a TV Gold Award, a Nataraj Award, and three Mekhala Awards.
Urassaya started her acting journey in 2008 with a comedy TV show. She became very well-known for her main roles in popular TV dramas like Duang Jai Akkanee (2010), Game Rai Game Rak (2011), and Khluen Chiwit (2017). She also starred in movies such as Brother of the Year and Fast And Feel Love, winning awards for her performances in both.
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About Urassaya's Early Life
Urassaya Sperbund was born in Pattaya, Chonburi province, Thailand. Her father, Sigurd, is from Norway, and her mother, Urai, is from Thailand. Urassaya has an older sister named Cattleya.
She went to Regent's International School Pattaya until 2009. After that, she moved to Bangkok Patana School. In 2015, she finished her studies at Chulalongkorn University. She earned a degree in Language and Culture.
Urassaya started modeling when she was just 13 years old. A casting director noticed her in Chatuchak Park. She first appeared in ads for a cologne. Later, she returned to modeling after being approached by Sombatsara Teerasaroch. Her family moved to Bangkok to help her career. She then began doing photo shoots and appearing in music videos.
Urassaya's Acting Journey
Starting Her Career: 2008–2015
Urassaya first appeared on TV in 2008 in a show called Peun See Long Hon. In 2010, she starred in Kularb Rai Narm. That same year, she played a main role in Duang Jai Akkanee. This drama was very popular in Thailand. It helped her win awards like the Top Awards for Best Rising Star.
In 2011, Urassaya got a lead role in Tawan Dueat. She was nominated for Best Actress for this role. After Tawan Dueat, she had more success. She starred with Nadech Kugimiya in Game Rai Game Rak (2011). This role earned her another award nomination. In 2012, she also lent her voice to an animated show. That year, she played Darunee in Torranee Ni Nee Krai Krong. In 2013, she starred in the series Sam Thahan Suea Sao (Maya Tawan). She also took on a romantic role in Nueng Nai Suang (2015).
Continued Success: 2016–Present
After a short break, Urassaya reunited with Prin Suparat in Khluen Chiwit (2017). She won Best Actress for her performance in this romantic drama. In 2018, Urassaya appeared in two movies. The first was the romantic comedy Brother of the Year. This film was very successful, and her acting received great reviews. She won her first Suphannahong National Film Awards for this role.
Her next movie was the fantasy thriller Nakee 2. This film was also a big success at the box office. In 2018, she played Princess Alice in the TV show The Crown Princess. In February 2018, Urassaya became the first Thai actress to be named "Friend of Louis Vuitton". She was also the first Thai celebrity to be featured in Vogue magazine.
Urassaya then took the main role in the drama Klin Kasalong (2019). She received many awards for her acting in this show. In 2022, Urassaya starred in the comedy Fast and Feel Love. Critics praised her performance, calling it one of her best. That same year, she was in the Netflix series Thai Cave Rescue. This series tells the true story of the 2018 Tham Luang cave rescue.
Urassaya's Personal Life
Urassaya met Thai actor Nadech Kugimiya in 2010 while filming Duang Jai Akkanee. Their relationship was often talked about in the news. In an interview in November 2022, Urassaya shared that they never officially asked each other to be boyfriend and girlfriend. She said they felt their relationship truly began during the filming of Torranee Ni Nee Krai Krong. They became engaged in June 2023.
Urassaya's Film Roles
Urassaya has starred in several movies:
- 2018: Brother of the Year as Jane
- 2018: Nakee 2 as Sroy
- 2021: Raya and the Last Dragon as Raya (Thai dubbing)
- 2022: Fast and Feel Love as Jay
- 2024: Love You to Debt as Im
- 2025: Home Sweet Home Rebirth as Prang
Urassaya's TV Roles
Urassaya has appeared in many television series:
- 2008: Peun See Long Hon as Som
- 2010: Kularb Rai Narm as Nucharee
- 2010: Duang Jai Akkanee as Ajjima / Jeed
- 2011: Tawan Dueat as Phet Roong
- 2011: Game Rai Game Rak as Nang Fah / Fahlada
- 2012: Torranee Ni Nee Krai Krong as Darunee
- 2013: Maya Tawan as Mattana
- 2014: Roy Ruk Hak Liam Tawan as Mayumi Takahashi
- 2015: Nueng Nai Suang as Hatairach / Poom
- 2017: Khluen Chiwit as Jeerawat
- 2018: The Crown Princess as Princess Alice
- 2019: Klin Kasalong as Kasalong / Songpeep / Pimpisa / Pimmada
- 2022: Bad Romeo as Saikim
- 2022: Thai Cave Rescue as Kelly
- 2024: Jon Kwa Ja Dai Ruk Gun as Apo
- 2024: My Cherie Amour as Anong
Urassaya's Music
Urassaya has also recorded songs, often for movie or TV show soundtracks. She has sung songs like "Nalika Tai" from the Tawan Deard OST and "Ah Karn Rak" from the Torranee Ni Nee Krai Krong OST. She has also performed songs with Nadech Kugimiya and other artists.
Urassaya's Music Videos
Urassaya has appeared in many music videos for various artists, including:
- Mr. D (2007)
- C-Quint (2008)
- Chinawut Indracusin (2012)
- Songs she sang herself, often with other artists like Nadech Kugimiya and Jirayu Tangsrisuk.
Urassaya's Concerts
Urassaya has performed in several concerts:
- 13th Kid Teung Mae (2010)
- Sam Thahan Suea Sao Limited Edition Live Show (2013)
- Love is in the Air: Channel 3 Charity Concert (2017)
She has also been a supporting performer for other famous artists like Thongchai McIntyre and Nadech Kugimiya.
Urassaya's Awards and Honors
Urassaya has been nominated for many awards throughout her career. She has won a Siamdara Stars Award, a Suphannahong National Film Award, and a Thai Film Director Award for her role in Brother of the Year. She also received the Rising Star Asia Award at the New York Asian Film Festival.
See also
In Spanish: Urassaya Sperbund para niños
