When mentioning the name Gunjaesol Pantothong fans of Channel 7 dramas likely know her well due to her numerous acting roles. Another story that became a talk of the town around 2017, which many still remember, involved family issues with her parents. This escalated to a heated argument at the hospital after Gunjaesol gave birth to her first son. Later, her parents expressed deep regret, gave interviews, and even announced severing ties as mother and father. Afterwards, Gunjaesol gradually withdrew from the entertainment industry, choosing to focus on family life with her husband and allowing time to heal and clarify understanding between both sides.
Looking back at Gunjaesol's last media interview, at that event, she appeared alongside her husband Natt Chanath Lertpattanathai attending a fashion wedding dress event together for the first time in 2018 after having their first child. They gave their first joint interview, stating
“Very excited and I’ve always liked modeling. When coming to events, we check if my husband’s schedule is free and convenient. Over time, offers came in and I accepted some but declined others because I have to care for our child.”
At that time, when asked about past news, if she wanted to say anything?
Gunjaesol said, “I prefer not to say anything because it’s a family matter. I don’t want to comment. If people see me negatively, that’s okay. I admit the news was stressful, but we have to live with it and support each other with my husband.”
Natt said, “It’s okay. We comfort and encourage each other. Our child is our strength.”
Gunjaesol added, “Just being a mother alone and focusing on the child is already hard. Just spending time with the child leaves me with little rest. I prefer not to say anything because it’s a sensitive issue.”
During early news coverage, while she was pregnant, she admitted feeling very stressed. Her husband said they supported each other.
What are the chances of reconnecting with her parents?
Gunjaesol said, “I leave it to time. I can’t say. Everyone has their own reasons, and I can’t say more.”
Have you contacted your parents at all?
Natt said, “I prefer not to speak on that.”
Will there be a chance to bring your child to see your parents?
Gunjaesol said, “When the time is right, time will heal everything. But as I said, everyone has their own reasons.”
So you haven’t completely cut ties?
Natt said, “Many things and factors involve more than just the two or three of us. It concerns many people. It’s a matter for the future.”
People say you took the child away. How do you feel about that?
Natt said, “I cannot control anyone’s thoughts. I leave it to everyone’s discretion because I cannot block or direct anyone’s opinions.”
Do you think Gunjaesol's choice is the right one for you?
Gunjaesol said, “I’m doing my best. When people live together, you never know how long it will last. So, I do my best. Especially as a mother, the most important thing is the child. So now I just think about how to make the most of the time I have.”
What criteria did you use when making that choice?
Gunjaesol said, “As I said, everyone has their own reasons. I don’t want to talk because it’s a delicate matter.” Her husband added, “I prefer not to comment.”
Now that you’re a mother, do you understand how other mothers feel?
Gunjaesol said, “Yes, I understand.”
Do you miss your parents?
Gunjaesol quickly replied, “Of course I miss them.”
Do you want to go back to them?
Gunjaesol said, “When the time is right. Everyone misses their parents.”
The other side has announced severing ties; does that affect you?
Gunjaesol said, “It does affect me. But my family raised me not to be sentimental from the start, so I feel okay about it.”
Did the word 'severing ties' shock you?
Gunjaesol said, “Yes, it did.”
Before, many people admired you, but now many have turned against you. How do you feel?
Gunjaesol said, “I cannot control anyone’s thoughts.”
How much does it affect your feelings?
Gunjaesol said, “Hmm, I can’t really say.”
Natt said, “Some things, besides feelings, involve reason or other factors. Life must go on. Nothing in life is 100% perfect.”
Do you see comments insulting you?
Gunjaesol said, “Sometimes yes, quite harshly (laughs). But it’s okay. Let them think that way. I can’t control anyone’s thoughts; it’s up to them.”
How do you encourage each other?
Natt said, “Some problems have no solution, but at least we comfort each other. Words of comfort may not solve problems, but they provide support. At least we still have each other and, importantly, we have our little one.”
During the news coverage, the husband’s family was heavily affected. Did you clear things up?
Natt said, “In the family, we do talk. But I prefer not to discuss such matters here.”
But Gunjaesol gets along well with Natt’s family, right?
Gunjaesol said, “I get along with them, but I don’t know if my dad and mom do with me. I don’t want to bias myself. It’s okay.”
Natt said, “My parents see Gunjaesol as another daughter.”
Will you do the right thing from now on?
Natt said, “Regarding the wedding, Gunjaesol and I legally married on 7 May 2017. We are officially married.”
Did you make any promises to each other at the wedding?
Gunjaesol said, “No, we didn’t make any promises.”
Natt said, “We fight through things together. That’s all I can say.”
When your child grows up, how will you explain to them?
Natt said, “We have talked about this. One day, the child will have their own mature thoughts. We’ll give some information, but how they feel is up to them.”
Will you return to the entertainment industry?
Gunjaesol said, “If there’s an opportunity, I want to. I still like it. But right now I’m taking care of my child. If it’s occasional jobs, I’m happy to do them. I no longer have a contract with Channel 7; I’m freelance.”
After the hospital incident with your parents, have you contacted each other or talked on Line or phone?
Gunjaesol said, “I prefer not to say.”
If you return to work in the industry, will it affect you later?
Gunjaesol said, “It depends on the employers. If they are comfortable, they will hire me; if not, that’s fine.”
Natt said, “It’s up to them. This is something Gunjaesol likes and is skilled at—almost her profession. It’s something she enjoys and wants to do. Entertainment has been part of her life for a long time. I have never forbidden her. We have a good relationship with Channel 7 and did not break any contract.”
Gunjaesol seems very strong-willed?
Gunjaesol said, “How am I strong-willed?”
You seem to have cut ties and don’t care about your parents?
Natt said, “Can I not say the word ‘cut ties’? It sounds too harsh.”
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