Following reports of Chinese actor Xing Xing’s disappearance on January 3 near the Thai-Myanmar border, authorities confirmed on January 7 that he had been located in Shwe Kokko, Myanmar. Xing Xing was found with Major Maung Win, under the command of Colonel Maung Chit Thu. Major Maung Win stated that Thai and Myanmar immigration officials had coordinated for Xing Xing’s return to Thailand via Friendship Bridge 1 by 2:00 p.m.
Preliminary investigations revealed that Xing Xing claimed he crossed into Myanmar to visit relatives in Shwe Kokko.
GMM Grammy Issues Statement
In response to allegations involving fraudulent recruitment schemes targeting Chinese actors, GMM Grammy Public Company Limited, its subsidiary GMMTV, and affiliated companies issued an official statement denying any involvement.
The company emphasized:
- It has no connection to the alleged scams using its name to deceive Chinese actors.
- Its artist recruitment process is transparent, strictly adheres to established procedures, and does not involve private communication or fees.
GMM Grammy urged the public to verify information only through the company’s official communication channels and to disregard false claims.
Context of the Incident
The disappearance of Xing Xing, highlighted by his girlfriend’s plea on Weibo, brought international attention to the case. While the actor has been located, the situation underscores concerns about scams and cross-border safety involving international professionals.