Biography
Full Name: ⭐ Pharita Chaikong (ภริตา ชายคง) Stage Name: Pharita (프리타) Date of Birth: August 26, 2005 Zodiac Sign: Virgo Nationality: Thailand Position: Vocalist, Dancer Family: Father, Mother, and Older Brother
Early Career
Pharita has been pursuing her passion for the arts since she was young. She gained a lot of experience in major competitions and won several important awards before joining YG Entertainment. Her achievements include being voted “Miss Teen Thailand 2018,” winning “Talent Kids & Teen 2018” and “Asia Junior Fashion Runway 2018.” Furthermore, Pharita won the “Grand” prize and the title of “Champion” at the 2019 International Fashion Exhibition in China.
She also earned a silver medal at the 2019 Asia Pacific Arts Festival and participated in the 2019 Global Fashion Exhibition. She won the title of Junior Street Dance Champion at the Idol World Dance Cup in South Korea. While still in Thailand, Pharita was a promising model.
On February 29, 2020, Pharita was introduced as contestant GI3218 on the Thai survival show Idol Paradise. However, she left the show before it officially aired.
Pharita was a promising model in her hometown before becoming a K-pop idol. YG Entertainment also shared that “Pharita attended international schools from a young age, so she is an excellent speaker, not only in her native Thai but also in English.” The company introduced her as a multilingual trainee idol. She can speak three languages: Thai, English, and Korean, after years of studying.
Pharita debuted with the K-pop girl group BABYMONSTER in 2023
On February 2, 2023, YG Entertainment uploaded the video “BABYMONSTER (#6) – PHARITA (Live Performance)” to their official YouTube channel. Pharita appeared in the sixth position after members Haram, Ahyeon, Chiquita, Asa, and Rora, who revealed their cover of “What Other People Say” by Sam Fischer and Demi Lovato. In the video, the Thai trainee showcased her stunning visuals. She stood out with a model-like beauty, a slender figure, long legs, and a cute, angular face. Additionally, Pharita attracted attention with her unique voice. While all the earlier members were praised for their singing, Pharita was particularly noted for her distinct vocal tone that is easily recognizable.
Pharita has also equipped herself with a dreamy, pure vocal tone and subtle emotional expressions that captivate the audience. Despite being born in 2005, she already possesses a unique and distinctive singing style. Furthermore, she demonstrated her vocal skills by effortlessly hitting deep low notes and high notes throughout the chorus. This impressed many of Baby Monster’s fans. On November 27, 2023, Pharita, along with Baby Monster, officially debuted with their digital single “Batter Up.”
Controversy
Pharita has faced criticism for appearing less enthusiastic and less energetic in her dancing compared to the other members. While the others are praised for their dynamic head turns and hair flips, Pharita has been seen as more lackluster in her performance. This isn’t the first time she’s been under scrutiny; during a fan meeting in Japan, her choreography was also considered lackluster.