Thai actress from Netflix show shines with Emmy win

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Thai actress from Netflix show shines with Emmy win

Thai actress Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying, known as Aokbab, made history by winning the Best Performance by an Actress award at the 52nd International Emmy Awards for her role in Netflix’s Hunger. She is the first Thai actress to achieve this prestigious accolade. Hunger, a gripping story of ambition and fine dining, features Aokbab as Aoy, a street food chef navigating the intense world of haute cuisine. The film became a global Netflix hit in 2023. Competing against strong international nominees, Aokbab’s Emmy win highlights her talent and brings global attention to Thailand’s thriving film industry.