: Kathoey characters have appeared in Thai cinema since the 1950s. Notable landmark films include:

: Contests like Miss Tiffany’s Universe and the international Miss International Queen are major media events in Thailand, often televised and covered alongside traditional female pageants.

In Thai entertainment and media, "ladyboys" (locally known as ) have a long-standing and highly visible presence, moving from historical roles as comic relief to modern positions as mainstream celebrities, influencers, and performers. Key Media Formats