112WATCH interviews Kittikoon Thammakitirad, or “Mum Dew,” the satirical artist facing lèse-majesté for royal cosplay
In this in-depth conversation with 112WATCH, Kittikoon Thammakitirad, better known as the satirical artist “Mum Dew,” reflects on the criminalization of his artistic identity and his subsequent life in exile in Germany.
March 27 2026
He discusses the profound shift in his understanding of human dignity and justice, while calling on the younger generation in Thailand to continue challenging political taboos with creativity and courage. Ultimately, Mum Dew frames his journey not as an escape, but as a commitment to using his international platform to advocate for a Thailand where freedom of expression is a fundamental right rather than a crime.
Read the interview below –
