Siranudh Scott

Siranudh Scott
สิรณัฐ สก๊อต
Born (1996-08-21) August 21, 1996
Alma materCalifornia Institute of the Arts
OccupationMarine conservationist
FamilyBhirombhakdi family

Siranudh "Psi" Scott (Thai: สิรณัฐ "ทราย" สก๊อต) is a Thai marine conservationist and former advisor to Athapol Charoenshunsa, the Director-General of Thailand's Department of National Parks.[1][2][3] He is known for his viral criticism of tourism operations in Southern Thailand's national parks, including environmental misconduct and corruption.[4][5][6]

In 2023, He known as "Merman"[7] to Thai locals, set a new open sea swim record and became the youngest person in Asia to swim unassisted across 50 kilometers, spanning three coastal provinces in southern Thailand: Krabi, Phang Nga, and Phuket. This extraordinary achievement establishes him as the first record holder in Asia. Psi Scott's swim is verified by The Department of Marine Coastal Resources, in Thailand (DMCR).[8][9]

Early life and education

Siranudh is the son of Chiranuj Bhirombhakdi, and grandson of Chamnong Bhirombhakdi. He is therefore a member of the Bhirombhakdi family who owns Boon Rawd Brewery, known for its Singha beer brand. His father is Scottish.[10][1] He attended Bangkok Patana School, graduating in 2014.[11] He attended the California Institute of the Arts, graduating with a BFA in animation in 2018.[4]

Career

Siranudh founded Sea You Strong, an ocean conservation volunteer initiative.[12]

On 2 January 2024, he was appointed as an unpaid advisor to the director-general of the Department of National Parks.[12][13]

In 2025, he entered the entertainment industry for the first time, after taking on modeling jobs[14] and starring in his first film The Reunion.[15]

Personal life

Scott is gay,[16] and has expressed interests in Barbie, Disney, and the music of Britney Spears. [17]

Controversies

Sexual abuse allegations

In May 2026, Scott has accused his elder brother Sunit “Pi” Scott of child sexual abuse, he posted an audio clip on his Facebook page, describing it as evidence of his brother's alleged confession. He claimed the abuse happened repeatedly over several years, beginning when he was around 10 or 11 years old.[18][19][20][21]

On 19 May 2026, Boon Rawd Brewery issued a statement expressing regret to Scott and said that his brother had left all positions at the company. The statement said the brewery would cooperate with relevant agencies in examining the facts.[22][23]

"Ni hao" controversy and resignation

In April 2025, Siranudh posted a video confronting two Russian tourists who had directed the Chinese phrase "ni hao" at him in Krabi.[24][25] The video led to public outcry over the treatment of workers in Thailand's tourism industry, and allegations that the phrase was racist.[26][27]

On 12 April 2025, Siranudh publicly resigned from his position.[28] On 19 April 2025, Department of National Parks staff listed 6 allegations against Siranudh, including "frequently reprimanded tourists, guides, boat operators, and local business owners" and "regularly posted content on his personal platforms showcasing apparent involvement in official marine conservation activities".[29] On 21 April 2025, the Department of National Parks was set to dismiss him from his advisory position, citing "inappropriate behavior".[28][30][31]

Filmography

Film

Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2025 The Reunion Supporting role [15]

Music videos

Year Title Singer Ref.
2025 แค่อยากอ้อน (Hug me) CHABABIE [32]

References

  1. 1 2 Reporters, Post (2025-04-21). "Parks adviser sacked after viral video". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  2. ↑ Chaiyong, Suwitcha (2023-06-13). "A swim for the sea". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  3. ↑ "รู้จัก "ทราย สก๊อต" ทายาทตระกูลดัง เจ้าของฉายา "มนุษย์เงือก" ผู้มีใจพิทักษ์ท้องทะเล". www.thairath.co.th (in Thai). 2025-04-18. Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  4. 1 2 "Siranudh 'Psi' Scott resigns after exposing corruption and environmental violations". nationthailand. 2025-04-18. Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  5. ↑ ""ผู้ประกอบการ" ฟ้อง 2 ข้อหา "ทราย สก๊อต" ปมโพสต์คลิปทำเสียหาย". Thai PBS (in Thai). Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  6. ↑ "เบื้องหลังดรามา" ทราย สก๊อต" ที่ปรึกษาบิ๊กอุทยานฯ ทำเกินหน้าที่". Thai PBS (in Thai). Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  7. ↑ "คนทั่วไปอาจจะไม่คุ้นชื่อของทรายซักเท่าใดนัก แต่ในแวดวงของการอนุรักษ์ทะเล ทรายคือหนึ่งในนักอนุรักษ์ที่ทุ่มเทชีวิตให้กับการอนุรักษ์ทรัพยากรธรรมชาติทางทะเลไทยมานานหลายปีด้วยความหลงใหลในท้องทะเล จนสามารถนิยามตัวเองว่าเป็น 'มนุษย์เงือก' ได้อย่างภาคภูมิใจ". National Geographic Thailand (in Thai). Retrieved 2023-05-09.
  8. ↑ "Thai "Merman" Psi Scott, Youngest Person in Asia Achieves Remarkable Record: Completes 50KM Open Sea Swim Across 3 Provinces in 21 Hours, Defending the Seas". Thai PBS. Retrieved 2023-06-06.
  9. ↑ "Conservationist Psi Scott and 36 volunteers completed a 70km relay across the Andaman to raise awareness". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2023-06-13.
  10. ↑ "What's Next for Psi Scott, Thailand's Controversial Merman?". Prestige Online - Thailand. 2025-04-22. Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  11. ↑ Lanzuela, Mark (2025-02-17). "The Ocean's Advocate: Psi Scott's Path from Animation to Environmental Activism". Bangkok Patana School. Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  12. 1 2 Karnjanatawe, Karnjana (2025-04-23). "'Merman' courts controversy by refusing to kowtow". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2025-04-23.
  13. ↑ "Thailand's 'Aquaman' Siranudh divides opinion with ocean cru". world.thaipbs.or.th. Retrieved 2025-04-23.
  14. ↑ Pool, T. V. "กรี๊ดสลบ! "ทราย สก๊อต" เดบิวต์เดินแบบครั้งแรก หล่อออร่าทะลุจอ แถมชุดรักษ์โลกยังจึ้งกว่าเดิม! | tvpoolonline.com". LINE TODAY (in Thai). Retrieved 2026-06-12.
  15. 1 2 "เรื่องแรกก็หลอนเลย ทราย สก๊อต กับบทบาทแรกในภาพยนตร์ เลี้ยงรุ่น". www.tnnthailand.com/entertainment/206779/ (in Thai). 2025-07-29. Retrieved 2026-06-11.
  16. ↑ "ทราย สก๊อต เล่าย้อนวัยเด็ก เกิดในตระกูลดัง ชีวิตไม่ได้สวยหรู เคยถูกพี่เลี้ยงล่วงละเมิด". www.sanook.com/news (in Thai). 2025-04-22. Retrieved 2026-05-16.
  17. ↑ https://artattackapp.wordpress.com/2015/01/19/cal-arts-psi-scott-interview/
  18. ↑ Reporters, Online (2026-05-09). "Conservation crusader 'Psi' alleges family abuse". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 2026-05-16.
  19. ↑ "Siranudh Scott's allegation against brother sparks online debate". nationthailand. 2026-05-13. Retrieved 2026-05-16.
  20. ↑ สยามรัฐ. "เจาะไทม์ไลน์ศึกสายเลือด "ทราย-พาย สก๊อต" ตั้งแต่เริ่มโพสต์แฉ จนถึงนาทีปล่อยคลิปเสียงหลักฐานสู้กลางโซเชียล". siamrath.co.th (in Thai). Retrieved 2026-05-16.
  21. ↑ "Thai Singha beer heir's sexual abuse allegations ignite rare public reckoning". STRAITS TIMES. Retrieved 2026-05-25.
  22. ↑ "Boon Rawd confirms Sunit Scott exit amid allegation involving Siranudh Scott". nationthailand. 2026-05-19. Retrieved 2026-05-19.
  23. ↑ "ด่วน!'บุญรอดฯ' ร่อนแถลงการณ์สั่งปลด 'สุนิษฐ์ สก็อต' พ้นทุกตำแหน่ง". www.amarintv.com (in Thai). 2026-05-19. Retrieved 2026-05-19.
  24. ↑ "'Do not be racist': Thai park ranger sacked after 'ni hao' tourist clash". South China Morning Post. 2025-04-22. Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  25. ↑ "Thai marine conservationist resigns after exposing corruption and environmental violations". The Star. 2025-04-18. Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  26. ↑ English, Khaosod (2025-04-19). "Tourism Row Erupts After Park Advisor's "Ni Hao" Response". Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  27. ↑ Rojanaphruk, Pravit; Writer, Senior Staff (2025-04-20). "Why Some Thais Get Triggered When Westerners Say "Ni Hao" to Them?". Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  28. 1 2 "DNP to dismiss marine conservationist over inappropriate conduct". nationthailand. 2025-04-21. Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  29. ↑ "DNP flags activist's conduct after resignation and corruption claims". nationthailand. 2025-04-20. Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  30. ↑ English, Khaosod (2025-04-21). "Thai National Park's Advisor to Be Dismissed After "Ni Hao" Controversy". Retrieved 2025-04-22.
  31. ↑ "Thailand park ranger sacked after calling out Russian couple's Chinese greeting". The Independent. 2025-04-23. Retrieved 2025-04-24.
  32. ↑ "ข่าวสดมิวสิค -'CHABABIE'ส่ง'แค่อยากอ้อน' คว้า'ทราย สก๊อต'พระเอกเอ็มวี". KHAOSOD (in Thai). 2025-07-07.
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