Bangkok lit up with fan energy on May 1 as rising Thai stars Winny and Satang—collectively adored as “WINTANG”—joined forces with their beloved mascot Samruay for a Marvel-themed screening that had fans buzzing. Held at SFW CentralWorld, the special event marked a crossover between local celebrity charm and global cinematic hype, celebrating the upcoming Thunderbolts film from Marvel Studios.
The event was part of SF Cinema’s #SFFriendsScreening campaign, designed to bridge fandoms by inviting Thai celebrities to host movie experiences with their fans. But this wasn’t just any screening—it was a full-blown WINTANG spectacle.
The round, red, ever-cheerful mascot, Samruay, didn’t just show up—he stole hearts. Already a cult figure among WINTANG fans, Samruay’s appearance added a playful, surreal layer to the event. It’s not every day you see a fluffy icon standing next to superheroes on a movie poster backdrop.
Adding even more flavor to the day, fellow GMMTV favorites Boun, Prem, and Paody were spotted in attendance, cheering WINTANG on like proud big brothers. Cameras caught them clapping and laughing during fan interactions, turning the whole vibe into something resembling a school talent show—except the “kids” were national heartthrobs, and the audience was screaming with joy.
The hashtag #SFxWinnySatangSamruay quickly climbed social media charts. Fans flooded platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Threads, and Instagram with photos, fancams, and humorous commentary. Many joked that the event felt like Marvel meets kindergarten chaos, in the most affectionate way possible.
Behind the excitement was something deeper: a growing trend of Thai stars collaborating with international franchises and pushing the boundaries of fan engagement. Winny and Satang’s mix of natural charisma, youth, and media-savvy energy makes them perfect ambassadors for such hybrid events.
The Thunderbolts screening may have been about Marvel’s anti-heroes on the screen, but off-screen, it was WINTANG and Samruay who saved the day—with laughter, fan service, and an unforgettable atmosphere.
