A country's gem and pride of all: Lisa — the rise and rise of an iconic Thai soft power

Thailand's red hot superstar and pop idol Lalisa Manobal. - The Nation Thailand/ANN

BANGKOK (The Nation Thailand/ANN): She is called “the goddess of sold-out” by Thais, in reference to her ability to fill auditoriums and stadiums.

Thai rapper/dancer Lalisa Manobal has become the female version of the Greek mythological character, King Midas. Everything she touches seems to turn into gold.