Influencer dies after chugging two bottles of whiskey for Rs 75,000 bet in Thailand

A Thai social media influencer with intellectual disabilities died after chugging two bottles of whiskey as part of a 30,000 baht (Rs 75,000) bet. The police have arrested the man who challenged the influencer to the drinking game.

At a party, Thanakarn Kanthee, also known as “Bank Leicester”, was challenged to drink a 350 ml bottle of whiskey with a cash offer of 10,000 baht (Rs 25,000) per bottle. The 27-year-old was apparently drunk and accepted the challenge. He quickly drank two bottles in 10-20 minutes after which he collapsed and later died, The Bangkok Post reported.

A video viral on social media shows Kanthee drinking quickly amid a cheering crowd at the party before looking sick and vomiting.

Kanthee was originally a garland seller who found fame online for performing improvised rap songs. He belonged to a poor family and would frequently take on such challenges for money to support his family, the publication reported.