Even The Royals Princess Ubolratana of Thailand: Royal Regrets | 25
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May 13, 2024 Princess Ubolratana of Thailand reflects on her decision to give up her royal status for love, only to regret it later. She navigates tense conversations with her family, defies royal expectations in a sailboat race, and struggles for acceptance and reconnection. Despite facing tragedies like the tsunami, she continues to redefine her role through charity work, acting, and political aspirations.
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Ubolratana's Rebellious Win
- 16-year-old Princess Ubolratana competed against her father, King Bhumibol, in a sailing race.
- She prioritized winning, defying expectations to let him win, and ultimately tied with him for first place.
The Favored Daughter
- Ubolratana was King Bhumibol's favorite child and considered more suitable for the throne than her brother, Vajiralongkorn.
- However, Thai succession laws favored males, preventing her from becoming queen.
Escape to MIT
- Ubolratana attended MIT to study mathematics, a decision her father praised publicly.
- Secretly, she saw it as an escape from royal life.