Noom Kanchai filed defamation lawsuits against Pu Mantana on 22 counts, all of which have merit. The lawyer revealed the court’s order clearly states it was an intentional act to damage reputation and insult.
Lawyer Toi told the media, “I came to the hearing on the case after receiving authorization from Noom to sue Pu for defamation by advertising. Today, Monday (23 Feb 2026), the court read its ruling on the 22 counts I investigated. The court accepted all the statements in the 22 counts. Overall, the court said the statements caused the plaintiff to lose social credibility as a news reporter and were insulting and defamatory. This is the court’s ruling, and it accepted the case in full. The court ordered witness testimony and evidence examination on 8 June this year.”
Currently, there are three criminal court cases from five filed. One is accepted with three counts, another is at Thakham Metropolitan Police Station, likely awaiting the suspect’s statement, with further opinions pending. Another case was filed at the South Bangkok Criminal Court.
All are defamation by advertising charges. Noom insists he is not seeking damages but wants to proceed with the case, affirming that every post and statement has a price to pay — the price is one’s freedom. I believe there will definitely be consequences because she hasn’t stopped. “Stop it. Your freedom is fading. Honestly, I say this plainly: She insults me, insults my wife, insults Noom.” She keeps insulting and repeating the same behavior. She won’t get away with it.”
“I am considering taking action in the same way Noom has considered.” “These are trash statements on social media. They must be cleaned up by bringing the matter to court. They need to be cleaned up.” (Why does she keep going?) It seems like a defiant spirit but hiding deeply, maybe secretly sad or hurt.
Don’t try to be brave in court. You’d look better fighting other battles. Don’t risk fighting here because it wastes time. I saw posts about wasted travel, lawyer fees, expenses. She won’t stop, yet she complains publicly about damage. What about Noom? What about my wife? Isn’t that damaging? It’s a challenge to Noom and to the law.
It’s a challenge to the law, to the court’s discretion, to the justice process. She challenges everything. This case sets an example in society. I think her lawyer knows the case’s direction and can assess it. So, if she stops after wrongdoing, that’s good. But repeating wrongdoing and challenging it is pointless. (How many cases do you think it will end with?) She won’t stop; it’s ongoing. There are already five, six, seven.
She must learn a lesson from her behavior. She has to stop these actions. We will wait for the court’s judgment. After the court’s verdict, I will strictly use other legal measures to make her understand that the law has steps and limits. She cannot be free to act like this.
(If she brings a gift basket to apologize, will Noom accept?) Would Noom accept? Personally, I believe he won’t. He cares more about his wife and child and it’s inappropriate to involve others if there’s a conflict; it should be one-on-one. Regarding reputational damage assessed in monetary terms, it’s hard to estimate. Honestly, if proven, damages would be evident through advertising revenue from his programs or his endorsements. He values freedom more. Noom said if she doesn’t stop, he will continue. I think one shouldn’t challenge and risk their own freedom like this.
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“Admit your behavior and things will improve. I don’t believe nothing will improve, but it starts with you. As long as you keep acting this way, how can things get better? We will fight in court.” “I have been serious since the first case and will stay consistent and continue until you lose your freedom. Then maybe you will realize and we can talk again.”
