Recently, a shocking scandal has erupted in the Thai entertainment industry: well-known actress Due has become the focus of public opinion for "borrowing and not returning" and pawning a friend's luxury items worth millions without permission. This perennial supporting actress, known for her role in the classic movie "Love If You Want," has attracted attention for frequently flaunting her wealth on social media. However, behind her glamorous image lies astonishing dishonest behavior. As the incident continues to ferment, Due has not only been publicly accused by her friend but also criticized online for defaulting on rent and falsifying property reports.
The course of events: From borrowing without returning to a public storm
1. Public accusation by billionaire May
On March 17, May, a gold medal sculptor in the Thai beauty industry and a billionaire, posted a notice on her personal social media account stating that several luxury items (including watches, diamond necklaces, and bags) she lent to a female celebrity friend were not returned, with a total value exceeding 62 million Thai Baht (about 12 million RMB). May expressed shock to discover that these items had been pawned without her permission after being borrowed.
2. Exposure of Due's identity
On March 19, May was invited to a well-known Thai program where she revealed the identity of the "borrowing without returning" actress—her friend Due, whom she considered as a sister. May disclosed that Due had borrowed several luxury items four months ago but had not returned them and instead sent them to a pawnshop. May tried to contact Due to understand the situation, but was only told that the items had been pawned without any reasonable explanation.
3. Due's public apology
Under public pressure, Due apologized to May via a program link on the afternoon of the 19th. She admitted that what May said was true and stated that she was in financial trouble due to excessive spending but did not intend to deceive May. Due claimed that she borrowed the items because she was deceived by a partner and needed funds for investment. She promised to return all items as soon as possible and revealed that one of the items, an emerald necklace worth 26.44 million Thai Baht, is currently in the hands of a certain "minister" in Thailand.
The escalation of the incident: From breach of trust to defaulting on rent
1. Exposure of Due's "wealth flaunting" lies
As the incident fermented, more negative information about Due was revealed. According to Thai media on March 20, the luxurious penthouse in Bangkok that Due often boasted about on social media was not owned by her but rented for 1.5 million Thai Baht per month. The actual owner of the apartment is a Chinese person, and Due has been sued by the landlord for long-term rent arrears (totaling about 9.86 million Thai Baht).
2. Due's "disappearance" and lawyer's statement
Although Due apologized through the program link on the 19th, news of her flying to Taiwan, China, after the incident was reported by multiple Thai media outlets. On March 20, Due's lawyer went to the Bangkok police station to explain the situation. The lawyer stated that Due did not "flee due to guilt"; she left the country before the incident escalated into a public focus and turned into a case. Due promised to return May's items soon and resolve the rent arrears.
Public reaction: Widespread criticism and mockery
Due's dishonest behavior has caused strong dissatisfaction among Thai netizens. Her "luxurious life" image crafted on social media was completely exposed, and netizens mocked her saying, "Once you enter the gate of luxury, the next sight is in prison." Some netizens bluntly stated, "Never have I seen such shameless behavior!"
Hot topics discussed by netizens
Due's investment lies: Due claimed that she borrowed items for investment, but did not provide any specific information, leading netizens to question the authenticity of her statement.
The identity of "a certain minister": Due's mention of the emerald necklace being in the hands of "a certain minister" has sparked widespread speculation among netizens.
Details of the rent arrears: Due's long-term rent arrears further exacerbated her "breach of trust" image.
May's stance: Emotional ties remain, but the law cannot be challenged
In an interview after the program, May stated that her only demand was to retrieve her items. If it were not necessary, she would not have exposed the matter publicly. She emphasized that although Due's behavior was disappointing, she still hoped that the issue could be resolved through negotiation rather than resorting to legal action. However, if Due continues to delay or refuses to return the items, May will take legal action to protect her rights.
Conclusion: From "wealth flaunting actress" to "typical case of dishonesty"
Due's scandal of "borrowing without returning" not only exposed her personal financial management chaos but also revealed another side of some celebrities behind the glamorous facade. From flaunting wealth to breach of trust, Due's image collapsed within a few days, becoming the target of widespread criticism. This incident not only caused a significant blow to Due's career but also served as a warning to the public: Integrity is the foundation of one's standing, and any attempt to maintain an image through lies and deception will eventually be exposed.
As the incident continues to ferment, whether Due can properly resolve the disputes with May and the landlord will become a focus of public attention. Regardless of the outcome, this incident will serve as a profound lesson on integrity for the Thai entertainment industry and society at large.
