A Blue Dress, a Viral Post, and the Price of a Royal Wink
What Went Down
In Bangkok, a YouTube star known as Mixy Bigmouth (real name Wanchaleom Jamneanphol) slipped into a royal faux pas after poking fun at a blue dress worn by Thailand’s Miss Universe hopeful. The dress, stitched by none other than Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana, sparked a social media frenzy that had the whole country talking.
Why the Spotlight was So Bright
The monarchy isn’t just a symbol in Thailand; it’s practically a shrine. Legal guarantees shield the king, queen, and immediate heirs from insult, yet critics quickly discover that the rest of the royal family’s family tree also falls under the same no‑free‑speech umbrella. So when Mixy blasted her #fave‑blue‑dress on Facebook, she crossed a line that people take seriously.
The Legal Lowdown
- Under Thai law, anyone can file a defamation suit on behalf of someone else.
- A conviction can lead to up to two years behind bars.
- Police confirmed that Mixy is under investigation, but no formal charge has been filed yet.
The Political Ripple
Kitjanut Chaiyosburana, a future politician eyeing next year’s national election, stepped in to press charges. “Internet influencers shouldn’t just say sorry and move on,” he told AFP. “Their massive fanbases mean they’re practically mini‑celebrities, and their words carry weight.”
Mixy’s Come‑back
After the backlash, Mixy retracted her original post and issued a heartfelt apology that read like a confession from a teenager who just realized their nickname has political weight:
“To Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana, I had no intention to insult the monarchy,” she wrote. “I feel remorse and regret for this incident.” She also promised to practice “wisdom and prudence” before her next social media tumble.
Takeaway
In a country where every royal family member feels like a spotlight, a single Facebook comment can blur the line between fashion critique and a legal headache. For content creators, the lesson is simple: when you’re talking about royal attire—especially a dress created by royalty—maybe keep the jokes inside the comment section.
