'Rising Sun' actor Nadech Kugimiya celebrates birthday in Thailand

Thai actor Nadech Kugimiya welcomed his 29th year on December 17th with a celebration with his closest friends and family.

Photos of the actor and model on his special day were posted on social media. Nadech spent his birthday worshipping at a temple which is part of the "merit-making" tradition on special occasions among Thai people.

Nadech's mother, Mae Keaw, shared photos of her son's birthday which began with an intimate family gathering followed by merit-making at a temple. Following the thanksgiving and merit-making, Nadech enjoyed a celebration with his loved ones.

Nadech's girlfriend, Thai-Norwegian actress and model and Urassaya Sperbund, was also present in the celebration. Nadech, Yaya, and their family and friends capped off the day with a celebration at a restaurant in Thailand.

Nadech and Urassaya a.k.a "Yaya" are known in Thailand as one of the most-sought after love teams on screen. Aside from their successful dramas and movies, the two are also bankable endorsers for different international brands and high-end fashion labels.

The powerful tandem are also real life lovers who celebrated their ninth anniversary this year in Phuket, Thailand.

They have appeared as a love team in several Thai television series such as Akkanee's Heart, An Evil Game, A Love Game, Who Owns This Land, The Crown Princess which aired on GMA, and The Rising Sun which currently airs on GMA News TV.

Check out Nadech and Yaya's sweetest moments together:

Aside from acting and modelling, Nadech has also ventured into singing and had his first major solo concert called "The Real Nadech Concert," back in May 19 and 20, 2019 at the Siam Paragon Hall, Bangkok Thailand.

One of his special guests was none other than his girlfriend Yaya. The two showcased a more sensual side through sexy dance covers and performing on a revolving stage.

Rececently, Nadech was also seen in the Thai adaptation of Korean drama My Love from Another Star, which aired on GMA Network. Watch Nadech's special message for all of his Kapuso fans here.

Check out his other TV roles in this photo gallery: