Introduction
Pharita (파리타), born Pharita Boonpakdeethaveeyod (ภริตา บุญภักดีทวียศ) on August 26, 2005, in Bangkok, Thailand, is a Thai singer best known as a member of BABYMONSTER, a K-pop girl group formed by YG Entertainment.
As one of the group's vocalists, she is recognized for her clear, delicate voice and ability to move expressively between lower and higher vocal registers. Her melodic interpretation and stage presence contribute to BABYMONSTER's musical identity.
Career
Before entering the South Korean music industry, Pharita developed an interest in singing and performing in Thailand. She participated in the musical competition show Idol Paradise under the name Pear. In 2020, she passed a highly competitive YG Entertainment audition, earning a place among 1,226 applicants.
After approximately two and a half years of training, she was introduced to the public on February 2, 2023, through a vocal performance. She subsequently appeared in the selection program Last Evaluation, where her expressive singing and vocal abilities attracted attention.
Pharita made her first recorded appearance with BABYMONSTER on BATTER UP, released on November 27, 2023. The group then made its official seven-member debut on April 1, 2024, with the mini-album BABYMONS7ER. She has continued her musical and stage activities as part of this international group.
Did You Know?
- Background: Pharita was born in Bangkok, Thailand.
- Audition: she was selected from 1,226 applicants to join YG Entertainment.
- Languages: she speaks Thai and English and has also studied Korean.
- Influences: she cites BLACKPINK, particularly Lisa, among her artistic role models.
- Interests: she enjoys animals, visiting zoos and Japanese animation.