Picture courtesy of TikTok/ @abudawut

 

A foreign man has drawn widespread criticism from Thai netizens after being filmed performing push-ups on a public road in Phuket. The incident, captured on a viral TikTok video, sparked debate about safety and respect for traffic laws. Many social media users condemned the stunt as reckless and inappropriate, while others expressed amusement at the man’s unusual behaviour.

 

The video was posted on October 19 by TikTok user @abudawut, who captioned it, “Everybody is crazy. A thousand strange things are possible in Phuket.” It showed the man parking his motorcycle on the traffic divide, before setting up a camera and performing six push-ups while waiting at a red traffic light. The clip quickly circulated online, drawing both criticism and curiosity, with some viewers saying they wanted to see the final version of his recording.

 

Netizens commented that such behaviour could harm Phuket’s reputation if the video were used to mock or misrepresent the island. One viewer wrote, “If he uses this video to say something wrong about Phuket, that will be a problem,” while another added, “Phuket only!” Others questioned the motivation behind the act, asking, “For what?” and “Is he trying to say that red lights in Phuket are so wrong that it justifies push-ups?”

 

According to Thailand’s Land Transport Act, the foreign man’s actions may violate Section 55(8), which prohibits obstructing traffic and carries a fine of up to 500 baht. It was also noted that Section 385 of the Criminal Law could apply, as it bans obstructing public roads in ways that endanger or inconvenience others. This offence can result in a fine of up to 5,000 baht.

 

Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the man will face charges, but the incident has reignited debate about the conduct of some foreigners in Thailand and the enforcement of road safety laws. The video has since continued to spread on social media, reflecting the growing frustration among locals over what they see as dangerous and disrespectful behaviour.

 

 

Key Takeaways

 

• A foreign man was filmed doing push-ups on a Phuket road during a red light.

• His actions may breach traffic and criminal laws, carrying fines up to 5,000 baht.

• The viral video has sparked renewed calls for stricter enforcement of public safety rules.

 

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  Adapted by Asean Now from TheThaiger 2025-10-21

 

 

 

 

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Hardly the crime of the century. Just another tik tokker shooting for his 15 seconds of fame.

2 hours ago, emptypockets said:

Hardly the crime of the century. Just another tik tokker shooting for his 15 seconds of fame.

Nobody said it was the crime of the century. However, I do think we need more sane people in Thailand

4 hours ago, emptypockets said:

Hardly the crime of the century. Just another tik tokker shooting for his 15 seconds of fame.

or a nutter    😎

It is starting to look more and more like many foreigners with a screw loose in the head are coming to Pattaya.

What is the matter with those people?

5 hours ago, Peterphuket said:

It is starting to look more and more like many foreigners with a screw loose in the head are coming to Pattaya.

What is the matter with those people?

Phuket, not Pattaya

5 hours ago, Peterphuket said:

It is starting to look more and more like many foreigners with a screw loose in the head are coming to Pattaya.

What is the matter with those people?

What's that got to do with Pattaya?

16 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

sparked debate about safety and respect for traffic laws.

 

Yeh , okay then.

On 10/20/2025 at 9:53 PM, Georgealbert said:

A foreign man has drawn widespread criticism from Thai netizens after being filmed performing push-ups on a public road in Phuket.

 

What an idiot!

Probably another tourist high on weed didn't realise his g/f had absconded.

People really need to get incensed by this behaviour, disgusting! Obviously the "Invisible Woman" never complained.

On 10/21/2025 at 3:53 AM, Georgealbert said:

may violate Section 55(8), which prohibits obstructing traffic and carries a fine of up to 500 baht. It was also noted that Section 385 of the Criminal Law could apply, as it bans obstructing public roads in ways that endanger or inconvenience others. This offence can result in a fine of up to 5,000 baht.

He did neither, he did not obstruct traffic or inconvenience anybody.....

On 10/21/2025 at 4:01 AM, emptypockets said:

Hardly the crime of the century. Just another tik tokker shooting for his 15 seconds of fame.

So how did he film himself, or do you mean the Thai that took the vid ?

Fred's in Phuket

31 minutes ago, brian69 said:

So how did he film himself

See the picture. He used a tripod mounted camera/mobile phone. 

14 hours ago, still kicking said:

What's that got to do with Pattaya?

I agree. In Pattaya he would be naked.

He is only trying to get some refreshing Carbon Monoxide into his lungs 

Should not the Thai “netizens” try and get some life? Spending all your days on social media commenting on every minor incident is not a healthy habit.

20 hours ago, Peterphuket said:

It is starting to look more and more like many foreigners with a screw loose in the head are coming to Pattaya.

What is the matter with those people?

They are not - they are all going to Phuket  🤣

23 minutes ago, Hellfire said:

Should not the Thai “netizens” try and get some life? Spending all your days on social media commenting on every minor incident is not a healthy habit.

Says you posting   🤣

Just another Tik Tok idiot!

3 hours ago, Hellfire said:

Should not the Thai “netizens” try and get some life? Spending all your days on social media commenting on every minor incident is not a healthy habit.

Are you talking to yourself...

18 hours ago, cnmltd said:

Phuket, not Pattaya

Both Phuket and Pattaya have been well-known screwdrivers for decades. 

On 10/21/2025 at 7:23 PM, cnmltd said:

Phuket, not Pattaya

 

On 10/22/2025 at 10:47 AM, JoePai said:

They are not - they are all going to Phuket  🤣

My English isn't very good, I couldn't tell the difference between Pattaya and Phuket. ;-))