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| The End of a Chapter? Mio Athens Parts Ways with Be On Cloud (Photo: Facebook) |
Mio Athens has officially entered a new phase of his career. The young Thai actor, whose real name is Athena Werapatanakul, has formally ended his contract with Be On Cloud, marking his departure from the agency after their agreement reached its natural conclusion. The announcement was confirmed directly by the company through an official statement, putting weeks of quiet speculation to rest.
According to Be On Cloud, Mio is now free to accept projects independently and continue building his path in the entertainment industry without agency representation. The company also highlighted his strong work ethic, professionalism, and constant drive to improve during his time under their management, describing him as a well-liked presence among fellow actors and staff.
Mio first caught public attention as one of the standout participants in Be On Cloud’s debut reality programme, The Hidden Character. From there, his acting career steadily gained momentum.
Viewers came to recognise him through several notable roles, including Tan in Dead Friend Forever, Dome in 4 Minutes, and Tiva in Shine, performances that helped cement his image as a rising talent with strong screen presence.
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With his departure now confirmed, industry watchers and fans alike have begun connecting the dots. Rumours suggest that Mio will not be returning for the upcoming sequel to 4 Minutes, titled 8 Hours, which is scheduled for release later this year.
While no additional casting announcement has been made, the timing of his contract ending has led many to believe his chapter in that series has quietly closed.
As of now, only four participants from The Hidden Character remain under Be On Cloud’s management: Jjay, Fuaiz, Jet, and Bump. This further signals a shift within the agency as its original lineup continues to evolve.
Fan and netizen reactions have been mixed but largely supportive.
ประกาศเรื่อง สิ้นสุดสัญญาการเป็นนักแสดงของ มีโอ-เอเธนส์ วีรพัฒนกุล
— BeOnCloud (@beoncloud_th) January 16, 2026
Announcement Regarding Mio-Athens Werapatanakul’s end of contract #BeOnCloud pic.twitter.com/F8S8kyv7XA
Some expressed disappointment at the possibility of not seeing Mio reprise his role in future projects tied to Be On Cloud, while others welcomed the change, viewing independence as a positive step that could open doors to more diverse roles and collaborations.
Many praised his growth so far and voiced confidence that his career momentum will continue regardless of agency status.
Be On Cloud ended its statement by wishing Mio success in all his future endeavours and encouraging fans to continue supporting his work.
Judging by the response online, that support is very much intact. Now, the big question remains: where will Mio Athens show up next, and what kind of roles will define this new chapter?