Biography
Who is Sarocha Chankimha?
Early life and education
Sarocha Chankimha was born in Bangkok, Thailand. She completed her secondary schooling at La Salle School before attending Rangsit University. She studied Public Relations and Corporate Communication there while on an academic scholarship. During her college years, she worked in various fields to support her family, including blogging, advertising, and modelling for runways and photography. She also managed an online clothing store via Instagram. Sarocha graduated with first-class honours in early 2022.
Her entry into the entertainment industry began in 2016 when she competed in Miss Teen Thailand. She made the top 15 round and received the Miss Swizer Superfood award. By 2017, she appeared in a music video for the singer The Toys. She signed with the agency Idol Factory in 2020 and made her debut in the romantic comedy series So Fit in 2021.
Acting career and major projects
The turning point for Sarocha came in 2022 when she starred as Khun Sam in the television series Gap. This show was Thailand's first Girls' Love production aired on national television, and it earned over 900 million views on YouTube. She performed alongside Becky Armstrong, and the pair became popular with fans under the name FreenBecky. She contributed to the soundtrack with the song Whisper.
Following this success, she pursued diverse roles. In 2024, she starred in the science fiction film Uranus 2324 and the period drama The Loyal Pin. For The Loyal Pin, she played an orphan noblewoman named Lady Pilanthita Kasidit in a story set in the 1950s. She also appeared in the horror-comedy film Rider alongside Mario Maurer. In 2026, she joined the cast of the 4 Elements series, playing the lead in a segment titled The Air. That same year, she starred in the psychological thriller film The Stain.
Fashion work and independent management
Sarocha has built a well-known career in the fashion industry. In January 2025, she became the first female Thai ambassador for the Italian luxury house Valentino. She also made history in May 2025 as the first Thai actress to attend the Met Gala in New York. Her work with brands includes campaigns for local designers like Pipatchara and international luxury houses. She was included in The Business of Fashion's BOF 500 list in 2025.
After her contract with Idol Factory ended in late 2025, she started her own management firm called Solenn Entertainment. She now operates as an independent artist. Her work has been featured on numerous magazine covers in Thailand, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taiwan. She continues to participate in international fashion events and red carpet appearances, such as the Cannes Film Festival.
Birthday and age
Sarocha Chankimha was born on August 8, 1998, which makes Sarocha 28 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. Sarocha shares the date with 57 other famous people.
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