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Legal Action Considered in Dispute Involving Thai Billionaire and Joy Beyond
Actress Joy Beyond reports being blocked from seeing a prominent billionaire, citing interference from his nephew.
According to a report by Khaosod Online, actress Joy Beyond has publicly detailed ongoing difficulties in maintaining contact with a billionaire businessman, the owner of a luxury hotel and several factories. Joy Beyond claims that despite previous arrangements to visit the businessman at his residence, she has been denied entry by staff.
On August 30, Joy Beyond encountered the businessman at a hotel they frequently visited. She reported that while the businessman appeared pleased to see her, his nephew intervened, allegedly speaking aggressively and preventing her from assisting him. Joy Beyond further stated that although the businessman had asked her to wait for him to return from the restroom, the nephew subsequently escorted him out through a fire exit.
Joy Beyond asserts that the businessman is unmarried and that these obstacles are being orchestrated solely by the nephew, rather than any family members. She expressed frustration over the lack of transparency and the nephew's actions, suggesting that she may now need to seek legal intervention to resolve the situation.
For residents and visitors, this incident highlights a private dispute involving high-profile figures in the hospitality sector. It remains to be confirmed whether legal proceedings will be formally initiated or if the businessman will address these claims directly. The situation serves as a reminder of the complexities surrounding private access to public figures in Thailand.