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If you’ve been keeping up with The White Lotus Season 3, episode 7, you might recognize a certain song in the background. In a scene where Rick and Frank attempt to make their way into a Bangkok mansion, there’s a moment that not only ties back to a previous episode, but also to Lek Patravadi’s real singing career. Let’s dive into it.
### What goes down in The White Lotus Season 3, episode 7?
After Rick manages to secure entry into the Hollinger’s lavish residence in Bangkok, he persuades Jim to continue their conversation in the den. Meanwhile, Sritala and Frank (posing as Hollywood director Steve) discuss the possibility of casting Sritala in a non-existent blockbuster film. While keeping up the facade of interest in Sritala’s career, Frank finds himself enthralled by old footage of Sritala performing a folk/rap number on a TV show from her younger days.
### Where have you heard Sritala’s song before?
The song that Sritala shares with Frank is the same one she performed at The White Lotus restaurant in episode 2. This song is not just a fictional creation for the show, but an actual clip of Patravadi performing the song on her own TV show back in 1992. Patravadi collaborated with The White Lotus music supervisor Gabe Hilfer to re-record the song specifically for the show, adding an extra layer of authenticity to the scene.
“She re-recorded that song for us in episode 2,” Hilfer shared with Mashable. “We had her do a couple of other songs as well, but we ended up only using that one in the final edit.” This attention to detail and homage to Patravadi’s legacy adds charm and depth to the episode, as Rockwell’s character aptly labels her an “icon.” It’s a delightful Easter egg that showcases the show’s appreciation for both screen and stage legends.
The White Lotus Season 3 is currently available for streaming on Max, with new episodes airing weekly on HBO.
