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Amulet Expert 'Boy Thaprachan' Clarifies Viral Live Stream Comments
Prominent Thai amulet expert 'Boy Thaprachan' has issued a public statement following social media speculation regarding his recent live stream remarks about a monk.
On September 14, 2026, well-known amulet expert Attawat Sirisitthithongchai, widely known as 'Boy Thaprachan,' addressed public speculation stemming from a viral clip of his recent live stream. In the video, Boy mentioned an unnamed monk, stating that the individual was 'clearer than Samee Chot,' a reference to a previously disgraced monk. This comment triggered widespread social media discussion and attempts to identify the specific monk or temple he was referring to.
In a formal statement posted to his Facebook page, Boy Thaprachan clarified that he did not name any specific temple or monk during his broadcast. He urged the public to refrain from linking his comments to any particular individual or institution, emphasizing that he had not requested to create any sacred objects at the temple currently being discussed in online rumors. He further requested that people avoid attributing words to him that he did not speak and asked that his name not be dragged into unrelated dramas.
For residents and those interested in Thai cultural practices, this incident highlights the intense scrutiny surrounding the amulet trade and the religious figures associated with it. As of now, the identity of the monk mentioned in the live stream remains unconfirmed, and Boy has maintained that if he intended to address a specific person, he would do so directly.