While visiting family in Thailand, she was asked if she would be interested in doing some modeling. She started her career in several commercials and small Thai movies before becoming a regular VJ for Channel V Thailand. Discovered by television producer Tanawat Wansom, she quickly rose to fame and became a sought-after television hostess and presenter.
In 2006, she co-starred in the Thai romance comedy film, The Memory.Paula also participated in The Amazing Race Asia 2 with her childhood friend Natasha Monks.