In an extravagant affair, a local entrepreneur, known for his tent rental business, laid out an impressive funeral ceremony for his late mother and father in Thailand. The funeral, which price over 10 million baht, featured a five-tiered, nine-peak funeral pyre, sparking intrigue and awe in all those who attended.
The event, hosted in Jula Manee Temple’s parking area yesterday, was unexpectedly luxurious contemplating it was for odd citizens.
The elaborate funeral ceremony at Amphawa in Samut Songkhram, southwest of Bangkok, was adorned with vibrant lights and boasted an leisure line-up that includes artists from throughout Thailand.
The merriment ensued for five consecutive nights from July 16 to July 20, across two concert levels, captivating villagers who had by no means witnessed such grandeur at an average citizen’s funeral. Spectacular festive lights had been put in over an area larger than 5 acres, and good bulbs had been set up along the Samut Songkhram-Bang Pa-In route, spanning over eight kilometres.
Looking again, the host of this extravagant but humbling funeral event, known as “Pron Julha Duang Maeklong,” born Sanit Limjijong, reveals his modest beginnings. Born with a incapacity causing the lack of his left arm, he initially found employment in film dubbing earlier than venturing into the tent rental enterprise. He expanded his companies from stage and sound system leases to internet hosting full-scale events, all while sustaining strong ties with artists throughout the country, reported KhaoSod.
Whilst acknowledging the grandeur of the funeral, Sanit defined he didn’t intend the occasion to be lavish, but somewhat becoming for his status. Help from Professional and contacts amassed through the years turned the event into an extravaganza. He said…
“All of this, from the grandeur to the celebration, is the results of a humble desire to honour my mother and father to one of the best of my capabilities.”
Sanit said that his humble origins and current success, backed by the generosity of pals in various fields, make him proud. He added that the funeral was attended by many outstanding people, together with artists and stars throughout numerous spectrums, who provided their time and talent at no cost.
Sanit revealed that it took the blessing of the venerable monk, Luang Phor It, of Julha Manee Temple, and different officers to grant permission to set up the venue. He mentioned they helped in orchestrating the magnificent occasion..