Up Poompat Biography: Parents, Religion, Height, Age, Instagram, Movies, Real Name, Ethnicity

Poompat Iam-samang, professionally known as Up Poompat, is a Thai actor, singer, and model best recognized for his leading role as Gene in the popular Boys’ Love series Lovely Writer (2021) alongside Kao Noppakao, as well as his portrayal of Ming in the 2024 drama My Stand-In.

He has built a strong presence in Thai entertainment through BL projects, mainstream series like Step by Step (2023), and music releases under his solo artist name Uppoompat, including singles such as Up To You (2022).

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Poompat Iam-samang
• Stage Name: Up Poompat
• Born: 4 December 1994
• Age: 31 years old
• Birthplace: Bangkok, Thailand
• Nationality: Thai
• Occupation: Actor, Singer, and Model
• Height: 1.8 m
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Iam-samang
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Not married
• Net Worth: $3 million

Early Life and Education

Poompat Iam-samang was born on December 4, 1994, in Bangkok, Thailand, to Mr. and Mrs. Iam-samang. He is of Thai-Chinese descent, with no public information available about siblings.

He earned a bachelor’s degree in Communication Arts from Chulalongkorn University, where he served as a drum major and participated in theater activities, then completed a master’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy at SOAS University of London.

He is currently pursuing a doctorate in International Development Studies at Chulalongkorn University. His religion is not publicly disclosed.

Career

Poompat Iam-samang entered the entertainment industry after gaining online attention for his appearance on the “Chula Cute Boy” page while selling ice cream at a university market.

He debuted with smaller roles, including in the 2018 e-sports drama GGEZ as Sabi and a guest spot in the acclaimed series Girl from Nowhere. These early appearances helped him transition into more prominent projects.

His breakthrough arrived in 2021 with the lead role of Gene in Lovely Writer, a BL adaptation that earned widespread praise for its storytelling and his chemistry with co-star Kao Noppakao, boosting his popularity in the genre.

He followed with roles in series like Step by Step (2023) and the fantasy drama My Stand-In (2024) as Ming, showcasing his range in romantic and intense characters. In music, he debuted as Uppoompat in 2022 with the single Up To You, releasing tracks like Just Looking Up and Why Single? under JustUp.

Poompat Iam-samang maintains an active career in acting, with ongoing series work and modeling, including high-profile fashion events such as Paris Fashion Week for Egonlab in 2025.

His blend of BL success, mainstream dramas, music, and academic pursuits has established him as a multifaceted talent with strong influence in Thai entertainment and international fan circles.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @uppoompat

Personal Life

Poompat Iam-samang keeps his personal life private, with no confirmed current relationships, spouse, or children, and is considered single.

Older reports from around 2021 suggested a long-term girlfriend since 2014, but no recent confirmations exist, and he does not publicly discuss romantic matters. He maintains close family ties, as seen in occasional posts featuring his parents, such as graduation photos.

Outside acting, he enjoys creative content creation through vlogs and collaborations on his YouTube and Instagram, along with interests in fashion, music, and his ongoing doctoral studies.

Filmography

• GGEZ (2018)
• Girl from Nowhere (2018) (guest)
• Lovely Writer (2021)
• Step by Step (2023)
• My Stand-In (2024)
• Codename Johnny (2024)
• Alone in Outing (2022)

Net Worth

Poompat Iam-samang has an estimated net worth of $3 million. His income primarily derives from acting in popular BL and mainstream series on platforms like Channel 3 and streaming services, music releases and digital singles, brand endorsements and modeling, social media influence with active YouTube and Instagram content, and other entertainment projects.