PATTAYA, THAILAND – A 37-year-old Thai woman has captured international attention after entering into a formal union with two Austrian men. The ceremony, rooted in traditional Thai customs, has sparked widespread conversation online regarding non-traditional relationship structures and the importance of mutual consent.
The bride, Duangduan Ketsaro, wed two retired police officers from Austria in a modest ceremony attended by close friends and family. According to Ketsaro, the arrangement was built on transparency and open dialogue between all three parties, rather than controversy or secrecy.
A Shared History
The journey toward this unconventional triad began years ago in Pattaya:
- The First Partner: Ketsaro first met Roman, a retired Austrian police officer, while she was working in the coastal city. The couple lived together for five years.
- The Second Partner: She later met Maki, also a retired officer from the Austrian police force. While romantic feelings initially developed between Ketsaro and Maki, the three eventually chose to discuss their situation openly and decided to live together as a single family unit.
Family Support and Financial Stability
Before proceeding with the wedding, Ketsaro sought the blessing of her parents and her children from a previous marriage.
- Family Approval: Ketsaro, a mother of three daughters and a grandmother of two, stated that her family supported the union after seeing the care and financial support both men provided.
- Career Challenges: Having faced difficulties in her pursuit of a singing career, Ketsaro noted that both Roman and Maki were instrumental in helping her maintain her household and support her extended family.
The Ceremony and Dowry
The wedding adhered to local traditions, featuring a "Sod Maak" (dowry) presentation. Reports indicate that each groom provided a dowry of 1 million Thai Baht (approximately $28,000 USD each), totaling nearly ₹4.8 million in local valuation.
While polygamy is not legally recognized under Thai civil law, such symbolic ceremonies are occasionally practiced in various communities, emphasizing social and familial acceptance over legal documentation.
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