Regarding the case where a page raised suspicions about “Boom Panadda” during the Miss Thailand 2000 pageant, where a nail was found in her high heel causing her to need first aid, which became a major issue at the time. Many wondered if it was sabotage. Recently, there was a chance to meet senior beauty queen “Namfon Sruangsuda” Miss Thailand 1997, who declined to comment on the matter as she was not present during the incident. She said that during her own pageant, things might have been hectic and forgetful due to the rush. She also addressed the hot donation controversy involving “Boom Panadda.” Namfon firmly stated she has never donated even once to Boom Panadda's foundation.
Regarding calls to strip “Boom Panadda” of her title,
Namfon believes this decision should be made appropriately by senior officials and respectfully leaves it to their judgment.
Have you received feedback from people in the same industry?
None, really. Most have probably followed the news throughout, and I believe many were surprised or speechless. Sometimes, we don’t discuss it much even in our group chats. As fellow Miss Thailand titleholders, we feel there's no need to discuss it extensively; everyone seems to understand as everything now has its answers.
How do you personally feel about this?
For me, whatever the matter, the decision is ultimately up to the person involved. I believe the decision itself is the answer, and the outcome reflects the choice they made. That's all I will say.
On a personal note, how do you know Boom Panadda as a person?
Boom is lovely, confident, and encourages juniors to join activities by saying there will be this and that event, inviting whoever is interested. As for me, I'm quiet and low-key, preferring to do my own things. Sometimes when filming dramas, I can't participate in activities. It’s hard to get everyone together, so we just join whatever fits our convenience.
Have you ever donated to the Khong Kerd Dee foundation?
It's quite strange—I have never donated with Boom, not even once. At the time she was active, I admired her and felt her intentions were good. If she organized any event, I would support it, but I assess my own capacity. I prefer to quietly do my own charitable acts and wish her well.
About the beauty pageant nail incident,
To be clear, I was not present at that event, so I prefer not to comment on that angle. Regarding my own year, there might have been forgetfulness or special attention on front-runners, but it wasn’t like a drama. There were no fights or injuries, just minor things like missing clothes, which can happen in a rush.
Backstage, everyone hurried to leave. Afterward, the actual competition was the next day, so such incidents could naturally occur. I do not imply anyone was disadvantaged or unable to continue.
On generalizations about the beauty pageant industry,
In any situation, including beauty contests, I don’t think we should generalize. Nothing is completely pure or entirely corrupt. I’m not speaking as a beauty queen but from experience: there are gray areas. It depends on where we place ourselves, what we acknowledge, and our choices. Today’s outcomes are answers, but legal matters must be resolved by the courts. Emotionally, many feel saddened and regretful.
How should one be cautious when making donations?
For me, whether or not others see it, making merit is still meritorious. If you intend someone to be your good karma bridge, then it ends with your intention. Regardless of that person's nature, it is their decision. But if possible, I recommend making merit yourself—seeing and doing it personally brings peace of mind. That way, if incidents happen again, no one needs to blame anyone. I think this case will encourage many to be more cautious.
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