Is Prayut Chanocha A-List?
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No — Prayut Chanocha is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
2010C$1M
Army Commander-in-Chief
Prayut rises to the top military position in Thailand.
2014B▲$2M+$1M
Leads Military Coup
Prayut leads a coup and becomes Prime Minister.
2017B$5M+$3M
New Constitution Drafted
Oversees drafting of a new constitution, consolidating power.
2019B$7M+$2M
Elected as Prime Minister
Wins the election, remaining in power but under greater scrutiny.
2022B$9M+$2M
Political Protests Emerge
Faces increasing protests and challenges to his leadership.
2023B$10M+$1M
Leaves Office
Loses election, leaves office after nine years as Prime Minister.
2026B$10M
Political Legacy
Remembered for his role in Thai politics and the 2014 coup.
Last updated: February 23, 2026