Thai BL actors Pond & Gemini apologize publicly after facing intense criticism for their insensitive social media posts regarding Thailand’s recent 7.7-magnitude earthquake. The incident, which occurred on March 28, left many injured and traumatized, making the actors’ lighthearted remarks particularly ill-timed.
The controversy began when Pond Ponlawit posted a now-deleted tweet joking, “That tremor wasn’t an earthquake—it was just the sound of our heartbeats.” The remark quickly drew backlash as rescue efforts continued for trapped victims.
Shortly after, Gemini Norawit added fuel to the fire by sharing an Instagram Story video of himself laughing and running, captioned: “Earthquake in Thailand—should I dance or be scared? 55555.” Like Pond, he later deleted the post amid public outrage.
Pond Ponlawit admitted he acted “without thinking” and apologized sincerely, acknowledging the suffering of earthquake victims.
สำหรับเรื่องที่ผมพิมพ์ไป ขอยอมรับนะครับว่ารู้เท่าไม่ถึงการณ์ จากความตื่นเต้นของผมเองด้วย ที่พิมพ์ไปไม่คิดให้รอบคอบว่ามีอีกหลายคนได้รับผลกระทบความเสียหายจากเหตุการณ์นี้ ผมขอโทษจากใจจริงๆครับ แม้ว่าจะลบออกไปในทันทีแต่เข้าใจที่มีคนเห็นแล้ว ผมขอโทษอีกครั้งนะครับ
— pondponlawit (@pondponlawit1) March 28, 2025
For what I typed, I admit that I didn’t realize it was because of my own excitement. I typed without thinking carefully that many people would be affected by this incident. I sincerely apologize. Even though I deleted it immediately, I understand that some people have seen it. I apologize again.
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Gemini Norawit clarified he “didn’t grasp the severity” of the situation at the time but has since organized hospital donations to support relief efforts.
ผมขอโทษกับคลิปที่โพสต์ลงไปครับ ผมอยู่ที่สนามบิน กำลังจะเดินทางไปงานที่ต่างประเทศ ตอนนั้นยอมรับว่าไม่ได้รับรู้ถึงความรุนแรง เพราะผมอยู่ชั้นล่างที่มีการสั่นไหวไม่มาก แต่ทันทีที่โทรคุยกับคุณแม่ และดูข่าวในโซเชียล ว่าแผ่นดินไหวมีความรุนแรง และได้รับผลกระทบเยอะ ก็ตกใจและรู้สึกผิดมาก…
— gemini_nt (@gemini_ti) March 28, 2025
I apologize for the clip I posted. I was at the airport, about to travel to an event abroad. At that time, I admit that I didn’t feel the intensity because I was on the ground floor where the shaking wasn’t very strong. But as soon as I called my mother and saw the news on social media that the earthquake was strong and there were many people affected, I was shocked and felt very guilty. So I immediately deleted the post and posted a warning for everyone to be careful because I really want to be another way to help everyone be safe.
I just got off the plane. I contacted my mother to send donations to various hospitals first. I’m very worried about everyone. I didn’t mean anything bad. I admit that I didn’t think much when I posted because I didn’t know the severity of the external situation. I apologize from the bottom of my heart again. And thank you for the warning. It’s a lesson for me to learn. May everyone be safe. 🙏
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The incident highlights the delicate balance public figures must maintain during crises. While neither actor intended harm, their posts came across as tone-deaf, especially as reports of trapped victims dominated headlines.
Responses have been mixed:
- Some fans accepted the apologies, urging others to “allow growth.”
- Others criticized the actors for “prioritizing jokes over empathy.”
Both stars have pledged to be more mindful of their social media presence. Meanwhile, recovery work continues across Thailand’s hardest-hit areas, where BL fans have organized donation drives alongside official rescue operations. The entertainment industry has largely rallied around the victims, with several production companies pausing filming to assist. While Pond & Gemini apologize and their responses have calmed some critics, the incident serves as a stark reminder of how quickly offhand remarks can escalate during sensitive situations, especially for public figures like Thailand’s beloved BL actors.