Optimus Prime Statue Sparks Spiritual Craze in Bangkok Residents dress up in traditional costumes, performing the fon dance to worship Optimus Prime sculpture. -- Photo from Laotian Times
BANGKOK (Laotian Times): In mid-February devotees were filmed flocking at a new spiritual trend spot in Bangkok, Thailand. The group paid religious-like respect to a massive statue of Optimus Prime, the leader of the Autobots from the Transformers franchise.
The statue, constructed using second-hand spare parts worth approximately THB 100,000 (around USD 2,987), has stood on Khaolam Street since 2023, according to Thai media outlet SpringNews. However, it only began drawing worshippers in February this year, gaining a reputation for bringing prosperity to those who make offerings.
