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THE TOM THAILAND 2026 Auditions Conclude with 55 Finalists
Thailand's first-ever pageant for tomboys, 'THE TOM THAILAND 2026', has selected 55 finalists following an intensive audition process in Bangkok.
According to Khaosod Online Thailand, the inaugural 'THE TOM THAILAND 2026' pageant successfully completed its audition phase on July 25–26, 2026. Held at the Calypso Cabaret in Asiatique The Riverfront, the event drew over 200 applicants from across the country, all vying for a spot in the competition. Following a rigorous selection process, organizers narrowed the field down to 55 finalists who will proceed to the next stage of the contest.
The event was overseen by license holder Bunnada Thipphiban, alongside pageant directors Wilailak Sirisakhon and Not Maxim. As the first platform of its kind in Thailand dedicated to this demographic, the pageant has generated significant public interest.
For residents and travelers, this event highlights the evolving landscape of cultural and identity-based pageantry in Thailand. While the auditions have concluded, the specific dates and venues for the subsequent rounds of the competition have not yet been publicly confirmed. Observers interested in the pageant's progress should monitor official announcements from the organizers to see how the competition unfolds in the coming months.
Translated from Thai.
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