Previously, gossip rocked the beauty pageant world after rumors circulated that authorities were preparing to issue an arrest warrant for the owner of a world-renowned pageant, identified by a two-syllable initial, on charges of money laundering.
This news sparked numerous comments from pageant fans, who engaged in widespread speculation and some even linked it to Boss Nawat Israkaresil the owner of Miss Grand and Miss Universe Thailand pageants.
Earlier, Boss Nawat posted a screenshot of the original message, writing, “See you in court. Even if you delete or avoid directly naming me, if the writing makes readers know who it is, you are liable.”
. Recently, Boss Nawat gave an interview about this issue, saying, “No need to abbreviate. They said 'Na. Nen Jut' and showed a temple picture. That’s definitely a lawsuit—100 percent. It's simple. I’m the plaintiff. I signed to authorize our legal department to file on my behalf. That’s done. They are handling it and will send it to the court. Then we’ll meet there. I’m suing only one person; no one else.”
“I don’t know how that abbreviation came about—you'd have to ask them (laughs). It comes from human quirks. Some may be jealous, others envious, or unable to accept it. Those words serve as a form of solace for them, helping them feel less inferior, even though they are really lacking. I understand. If I help soothe their mental health even a little, I’m glad. But if it goes too far, I will use the law to protect myself.”
“I don’t want their money because I’m already wealthy. I want them to be punished normally. I have Ning Patama as a model. She told me, ‘Boss, don’t give in. If you have any issues, tell me. My lawyer is good.’ I said, ‘No need to talk; our office lawyers are skilled’ (laughs). She approved and said, ‘That’s good, Boss. That’s how I like it.’”
“Saying I won’t accept an apology isn’t right because ultimately, if they’re not guilty or don’t go to jail, an apology has to be part of the process. But whether the apology is enough is another matter. Details matter—like apologizing publicly or donating to charity. I have no interest in their money, not even a fraction of a baht, never have.”
“I once sued Koko at the police station over 35,000 baht. I told him to transfer the money to a foundation for children with intellectual disabilities. Sorry for not naming it, but that foundation really exists. I said, ‘Transfer it now,’ then found the account number and called the foundation. If he didn’t transfer, it wouldn’t end. I remember it was at the police station. If it didn’t end, that was okay. Eventually, it had to end. If you have no money, borrow it; if you don’t have money, don’t be bad later. In the end, he gathered the money. It took time—talking at noon and ending at 7 p.m.—so it cost time and mental health. But the 35,000 baht went to help children, and we held a press conference.”
“This is a criminal matter because it’s defamation. We don’t worry about civil cases because it must be resolved criminally. When they want to settle, it will be as I described. That’s how it is, 100 percent. They will find a foundation to receive the money because I don’t want it. Taking strange people’s money to help those in need benefits all of us.”
“Do I have a number in mind? If I wanted to claim damages, I would file a civil lawsuit. Honestly, I don’t want to file civil cases alongside criminal ones. I’m filing criminal cases so the law punishes defamation. But court proceedings cost a lot. If they want to take me to court and spend a lot, I’m ready.”
“Because I’m rich, no problem. But they will have difficulties. You know lawyer fees aren’t cheap. Each case our company wins costs about 400,000 to 500,000 baht. We always pay. No law firm in Thailand charges cheap fees unless it’s casual friends helping. But reputable firms charge at least 300,000 to 500,000 baht per case until the process ends. So if they feel guilty and settle early, it costs less. If it drags on, it costs more.”
“Is there clear evidence?”
“It’s obvious because they are strange and have shared a lot of information. However, I won’t sue those who just comment because most comments are positive. Some strange comments might come from those who don’t know the full story. That’s fine. But what’s odd is when strange commenters get strange replies. Their replies clearly identify me. For example, ‘Na.’ with spaces and a church or temple picture.”
“I want to clarify for everyone: in the past, defamation without naming someone was not illegal. Now, even without naming, if it makes people know who it is, that’s illegal. I emphasize this to inform you. Also, to prove guilt, I must present witnesses to the court. For example, I brought ‘Teen’ who said after reading it the first time, he knew it was definitely Nawat Israkaresil. Then I brought ‘Lung Kae’ who said after reading, he immediately knew it was Nawat. Two witnesses are enough for the court to record it. Even if only one person knows, I suffer damage. It doesn’t take thousands. This process is simple.”
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