Transgender Woman Fined for Topless Songkran Dance in Chon Buri

Cherry, a 32-year-old transgender woman, was fined by police after she performed a topless dance during Songkran on April 20, 2026, on Bang Saray Beach Road. The incident drew both cheers and criticism, prompting legal action for public indecency. Authorities have signaled increased enforcement of decency laws during the festivities, and further discussions on cultural norms and legal boundaries are expected.