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| GL Actresses Dominate Actress Category at 14th Thailand Social Awards 2025. (Photo: Instagram) |
The Girls Love (GL) entertainment sector reached a new milestone as leading actresses were formally recognised at the 14th Thailand Social Awards, held on 25 February 2026, underscoring the genre’s growing digital and cultural influence within Thailand’s mainstream entertainment industry.
At this year’s ceremony, Engfa Waraha and Orm Kornnaphat were named recipients of the Best Entertainment Figures Performance on Social Media (Actress Category).
The award evaluates measurable impact across digital platforms, including audience engagement, brand influence, online reach and sustained interaction with fans.
Engfa attended the event in person to accept the honour, while Orm delivered her appreciation through a recorded video message, expressing gratitude to organisers and supporters who continue to amplify her work online.
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“This award belongs to everyone who has supported me and believed in my journey,” Engfa Waraha said during her acceptance speech.
“I’m truly grateful for the encouragement that keeps me moving forward.”
Engfa Waraha first gained international recognition after winning Miss Grand Thailand 2022, later achieving first runner-up at Miss Grand International. Her transition into acting and music marked a strategic expansion of her career, allowing her to cultivate a highly engaged digital fanbase across multiple platforms.
Her involvement in Girls Love productions has further strengthened her online presence, positioning her as one of the genre’s most influential figures.
In 2025, Engfa is set to star in two anticipated drama projects, The Tipsy Mystery and Unlimited Love, both expected to further elevate her visibility domestically and internationally.
Orm Kornnaphat has steadily built her reputation through consistent performances in Thai television, particularly within the Girls Love drama space.
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Her recognition at the Thailand Social Awards reflects not only her on-screen work but also her disciplined digital engagement strategy, marked by regular interaction with fans and authentic online communication.
Industry observers note that Orm’s growing influence highlights how emerging actresses can achieve recognition through sustained digital performance rather than viral moments alone.
Online reactions following the announcement were mixed yet largely celebratory. GL fans praised the awards as long-overdue recognition for a genre often overlooked in mainstream entertainment discussions. Many highlighted Engfa’s crossover appeal and Orm’s consistent growth as proof of the industry’s expanding reach.
Some netizens viewed the wins as a signal of structural change, pointing to how digital metrics are reshaping traditional measures of success in Thai entertainment. Others expressed hopes that this recognition would lead to greater investment, higher production quality and broader storytelling diversity within the GL sector.
The Thailand Social Awards continue to emphasise how digital performance now plays a central role in defining industry relevance.
For the Girls Love genre, the recognition of Engfa Waraha and Orm Kornnaphat reflects organised fandom power, sustained online engagement and increasing cultural legitimacy within Thailand’s evolving media landscape.
As GL content gains stronger footing across social platforms, industry watchers and audiences alike are closely observing what comes next.
Do you see this as a turning point for Girls Love in mainstream entertainment, or just the beginning?