Convulsing Cat Scene in Thai Drama Raises Animal Abuse Outcry

Sat Jul 19 2025 01:55:19 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Convulsing Cat Scene in Thai Drama Raises Animal Abuse Outcry

A scene from "The Empress of Ayodhaya" triggers widespread concerns over animal treatment in television.


A recent episode of the Thai drama "The Empress of Ayodhaya" featuring a scene with a cat reportedly under anesthesia has led to considerable backlash from animal rights advocates and the public, with investigations now ongoing into the treatment of the animal.



In a troubling incident from the popular Thai drama "The Empress of Ayodhaya," a portrayal of a black cat convulsing on the ground has sparked a significant controversy concerning animal welfare. The unsettling sequence shows a character forcing the cat to drink her tea, leading to a dramatic portrayal of the animal writhing and appearing to "die." This depiction has raised alarms among viewers, prompting questions about the methods used to create such a convincing performance.

Viewers have expressed their outrage on social media, suggesting potential mistreatment could have been involved, despite the producers' claims of the animal's safety. As public concern mounted, influential figures also joined the call for accountability, leading to an organized boycott campaign against the show on various platforms.

Thai authorities have since announced an investigation into allegations of animal cruelty. The show's director, Sant Srikaenlaw, asserted that the cat had been safely anesthetized under expert supervision and that it had subsequently regained consciousness. Producers have shared evidence, including videos and images of the feline, in an attempt to counteract the uprising of dissent.

Nevertheless, critics remain unconvinced. The Veterinary Council of Thailand has emphasized the risks linked to sedating animals, while the Livestock Department confirmed it is taking steps to review the incident and assess the welfare of the cat in question.

Notably, the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) issued a damning response, characterizing the act of sedating animals for entertainment as "reckless, dangerous, and cruel." They argued that advancements in technology such as CGI (computer-generated imagery) and animatronics should render the need for live animal performance obsolete. The organization condemned the notion that animal lives should be exposed to risk for the sake of dramatic storytelling, calling into question the ethical responsibilities of those in the entertainment industry.

This controversy, while centering on a fictional narrative, sheds light on broader issues of animal rights, particularly in the realm of media and entertainment, where the line between art and ethics continues to be challenged.

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