Peggy Srithanya Today, she updates on the ongoing legal dispute over asset division with her ex-lover that has dragged on for eight months. She opens up about coping with panic attacks, overcoming them, and discovering true happiness in life, partly thanks to finding a good love—even though this relationship didn't start with the word 'love.' She also reveals plans for a wedding with her boyfriend. Q On the program "Kuy Zap Show" on One31 channel, hosted by DJ Puttichai and Thanya Thanyares as the presenters.
"You just went to court on the 14th. How was it?"
Peggy said: "Many might think the case was over since it's been so long, but it’s been eight months since I was sued. The case hasn’t even reached substantive hearing yet. The first meeting was mediation, which didn’t resolve anything. Then there were procedural appointments. The second time, the plaintiff wasn’t ready to pay the court fee, so they requested an extension to pay. When suing, there’s a set amount, and the court decides how much must be paid as a deposit."
She continued: "The plaintiff requested to postpone payment due to inconvenience. At the third appointment, they appealed to the court to extend by 60 days, but this was the final extension. The court said this would be a kindness and granted an additional 10 days until the 23rd—about five days from now."
"If by the 23rd the plaintiff does not pay the court fees, what will happen to the case?"
Peggy explained: "Actually, this case requires a court deposit because there was no valid claim to sue from the start. If they want to sue, they must pay the deposit. This is an asset division lawsuit. If they don’t pay this time, the case will likely be dismissed. But I worry legally if they could sue again on the same matter. I need to study that if they don’t pay now."
"Are you disappointed it might not end?"
Peggy: "A little. I’m anxious, wondering what the court will decide. The court says there’s no valid reason to sue and has set the payment deadline. The court feels the case should be over. Then the court said it didn’t want to seem harsh, so they gave the plaintiff a 10-day grace period. At first, I was internally screaming."
"Do you think they will pay the court fees by the 23rd?"
Peggy: "I can’t say. We don’t know. On the day the court gives the plaintiff 10 more days, I think the court is kindly giving them time to find the money. Whether they come or not isn’t important to me anymore. I’m just relieved, no longer stressed or hurt."
"How much are the court fees when the plaintiff sues?"
Peggy: "It depends on the amount claimed. The court fee is 2 percent, if I remember correctly."
"Can you disclose the amount?"
Peggy: "The court doesn’t allow me to disclose exact figures or details. I’d like to say, though, it’s quite high. There’s a court fee cap, but some cases can sue in forma pauperis (waiving fees), though some cannot. In my case, I don’t qualify, but the plaintiff might try to see if the court will be lenient."
"Is it tens of millions?"
Peggy: "I can’t reveal the amount."
"They teased you about the song used in the clip?"
Peggy: "Nothing much. I’m hooked on the popular series 'Attorney Jittri.' It fits this period perfectly. The series is trending. People joke it’s not me on trial but lawyer Kaew, and I’m the lawyer defending her (laughs)."
"How do you feel about the supportive comments?"
Peggy: "I’m grateful for every comment and all the support sent my way. It’s very encouraging. The plaintiff has the right to sue, and I have the right to defend myself. But a reminder: don’t be overwhelmed by voices in your head. Too much internal turmoil can get you sued. I recently heard the plaintiff has sued many social media users. At first, I wanted to help pay, but seeing the number of people, I can’t. I want to help the netizens being sued; there are many, though not quite a hundred. I had my team reach out to offer to pay half or something."
"But considering the number, helping everyone would mean I might have to sell a house. I’m not sure. They’ve sued dozens. These cases don’t require court deposits; they go to mediation. If sued on social media, it’s in mediation, not just in my case. Please comment safely for yourselves. I’m concerned."
"Whether the case ends or not, I want to hold a fan meeting to thank those defending me and those sued. Like a fan meeting for those sued—I want to treat them to a meal as thanks. I can’t pay their fees but want to hold a fan meeting, treat them, and offer emotional support. Please be careful and find ways to criticize without getting sued. Also, if they don’t pay the court fees this time, the case ends. But if they do, it will drag on for at least two years in court. So everyone, please be cautious when supporting me."
"Anything you want to say?"
Peggy: "I want to sincerely wish well. Nowadays, when I pray, I ask to forgive. I want to say I hope for a good life, a good family, to take care of family, to grow and progress positively, and to live well. But regarding the legal fight, since they sued, I must defend myself in court. But in my heart, there’s no resentment or stress anymore. I wish them well."
"When you received the court summons, you panicked badly and had to see a psychotherapist?"
Peggy: "At first, I didn’t need therapy. Symptoms crept in slowly, and I didn’t notice. Then it got severe. Some days, I tied my hair tight and felt I couldn’t breathe, feeling I’d die. Sometimes wearing tight clothes or face treatments caused me to suffocate. I had to remove everything and go home, unable to continue. Many problems affected my daily life."
"Some days I rode in a friend’s car and couldn’t open the window on the expressway because I couldn’t breathe. They had to stop the car so I could breathe. It was terrifying. Those who haven’t experienced it can’t understand. At that time, I lost all happiness and confidence. Wherever I went, I worried what people thought of me. Life felt unbearable. I thought I’d never find happiness again in this life. It was very painful. Everything felt miserable, no joy at all."
"When did you realize you needed to see a doctor?"
Peggy: "I didn’t initially feel the need. During guest interviews, I asked Charlotte about her medication for panic and depression and whether it slows things down. She said it does. I was afraid to take medicine, so I resisted for a long time. Then P'Som, the host, noticed my condition worsening and thought I wouldn’t manage. She asked if I knew any therapists. I said only Srithanya Hospital, but it’s hard to commute there. P'Som recommended a psychotherapist."
"How did the therapy work?"
Peggy: "Some people need medication when symptoms flare, but I didn’t want to take drugs. So I consulted Professor Mos Traimitr, recommended by P'Som. We had daily video calls for an hour, resetting my system. I’ve cried my heart out many times during sessions, collapsing from exhaustion. He said to dive deep down first, then climb back up."
"From plunging 100 percent down, how far have you climbed back?"
Peggy: "Now my happiness is fully restored, 100 percent. I’m happier than before and very cheerful. It was a hard journey, but panic hasn’t disappeared; it stays with me. However, I can control it better now. When symptoms flare, I shift focus by meditating, praying, exercising. When it happens, I tell myself it’s okay and change my focus."
"What helped you improve was all so positive—especially the sweet love from Q, who is here in the studio?"
Peggy: "He’s very shy, an introvert who doesn’t know where to look. The panic person is over there now (laughs)."
"How does Q support you?"
Q: "Mainly, when she’s stressed, I stay by her side, offer advice to reduce stress. Whatever she does, I’m there. If she’s upset, she can vent because I don’t have expectations. Initially, I didn’t expect to be her boyfriend or caretaker. I just want her to be happy and live the life she deserves because she’s been through a lot. Just being by her side, making her happy, and helping her live well in the present—that’s enough."
"Do you ever argue?"
Q: "Yes, but we talk like adults and clear things up. We adjust what we can."
"Does Peggy have multiple voices, like two, three, or four?"
Q: "Yes, she does. I just found out she has another persona when we’re together."
"Do you have a softer or higher voice sometimes?"
Q: "Not much (laughs). Mostly she calls me ‘Papa.’"
Peggy: "At home, we’re gentle. Like ‘darling, I want to eat this.’"
"What does Q call you?"
Q: "‘Darling’ (laughs shyly)."
Peggy: "He naturally has a soft voice. At home, if I say 100 words, he says half a word. I’m thankful he came into my very difficult time to lean on. Initially, I thought I’d just lean on him to get better and then move on. I thought our differences would make us incompatible. He knew this and still willingly supported me. Despite our social differences, I thought we wouldn’t last."
"But over time, being with him makes me feel comfortable and happy. He helped me find happiness again, 100 percent. It’s simple happiness, not flashy. If we want to eat out, we go. But at home, no matter how glamorous my social media is, home is true happiness. You can feel it."
"What do you do at home?"
Peggy: "Live streaming sales (laughs). Q used to not talk much, an introvert, but now he’s great at selling. He’s learning English and, on days with artist backups, he still goes. He works more."
"Are you tired?"
Q: "Not tired."
"Seeing you so sweet, kissing and cheek-kissing often, did you ever reach a point where you almost broke up?"
Peggy: "We didn’t click at first. I’d had clingy boyfriends before, always together. When they weren’t around, I felt a void. When Q came along, I thought it’d be the same—clinging together. But no, it wasn’t. He works as a backup artist, often traveling abroad, even Laos, for days. I felt abandoned, wanting someone to lean on. It wasn’t fulfilling, so I acted out and told him."
"Did you ever argue and Q left home?"
Peggy: "He went back to his condo. We couldn’t talk. I didn’t want to talk anymore. We never had serious fights; mostly, we reasoned things out. But tension built. He felt uncomfortable and thought moving out would help me cool off and let us talk later. But it made me feel worse."
"How did you reconcile?"
Peggy: "We talked. He said he thought leaving would help, but realizing it didn’t, he wouldn’t leave again. We’d stay until things got better."
"Did you break down worries about a third party?"
Peggy: "I never worried about a third party. When we started dating, my only concern was being alone. I just needed someone there; otherwise, I’d lose my mind with panic and everything. Instead of healing myself, I relied on others to feel better. That was my problem, and I wasn’t aware of it."
"Are you better now?"
Peggy: "Oh yes, much better. He goes where he wants, I go to spas and get nails done; we each do our things and come home to meet. Sometimes I’m on Kuy Zap interviewing guests, like P'Yoh recently. I come home at 1 a.m., and he doesn’t complain. I’m happy to hang out with friends. Everything’s balanced."
"Are there plans to marry?"
Q: "If the opportunity comes, definitely yes. But right now, we want business success first. We’ve talked and aren’t in a rush. The main thing is to be happy together. When the time comes, we’re ready. For now, business first (laughs)."
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