Nawat Itsaragrisil has recently made headlines by filing a criminal complaint against Miss Universe winner, Fátima Bosch. The controversy began during a pre-pageant event on November 4, where Itsaragrisil, who is the president of Miss Grand International, confronted Bosch for allegedly refusing to participate in a photo shoot intended for contestants to share on social media. Itsaragrisil claimed that Bosch, who was eventually crowned Miss Universe on November 21, was instructed by Mexico’s pageant director not to post during the event, which was livestreamed by Miss Universe Thailand. Despite Bosch’s denial and attempt to explain her side, Itsaragrisil was seen in the livestream interrupting and insisting on a verbal confirmation from Bosch to post about Thailand. Multiple reports indicated that Itsaragrisil referred to Bosch as a “dumbhead” during the confrontation, a claim that was later denied by a representative for Miss Grand International.
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In response to the allegations, Miss Universe Thailand posted a statement on December 3, sharing that Itsaragrisil had officially lodged a criminal complaint against Bosch in Thailand. The statement aimed to clarify the incident and address the ongoing misrepresentation of the confrontation between Itsaragrisil and Bosch. It emphasised that Itsaragrisil did not call Bosch a “dumbhead” as claimed but used the word “damage,” as confirmed by voice recordings circulated on various platforms. The statement highlighted Bosch’s failure to apologise to Itsaragrisil after allegedly making a false accusation and continuing to defame him in multiple interviews even after becoming aware of the facts. The post also mentioned Bosch’s recent interview with ABC News, where she defended the pageant and discussed her apprehension during the confrontation with Itsaragrisil, citing concerns about losing the crown if she spoke out.
Furthermore, the statement revealed that Itsaragrisil had taken legal action by filing a criminal complaint against Bosch and warned of additional measures in case of further defamatory actions. The post included images from the filing written in Thai and urged media outlets to exercise caution in reporting the matter, cautioning against amplifying Bosch’s alleged false allegations. Bosch, Itsaragrisil, and Miss Grand International are yet to provide further comments on the criminal complaint. Meanwhile, Miss Universe contestant Melissa Sapini called for an external investigation into the allegations surrounding the pageant. Sapini, who represented Haiti at the competition, criticised Itsaragrisil’s behaviour and denounced his attempt to silence Bosch with what she referred to as fabricated criminal charges. She expressed concerns about language barriers being used as an excuse and called for accountability in the midst of the ongoing controversy.
In light of the unfolding events, the Miss Universe organisation has been embroiled in mounting controversies, including an arrest warrant issued for one of its co-owners and reports of questionable judging conduct. The pageant’s integrity has been questioned by contestants and ex-judges alike, with allegations of misconduct and backstage drama surfacing. Despite Bosch’s win and subsequent reunion with Itsaragrisil after their viral confrontation, tensions and uncertainties continue to loom over the pageant’s reputation and future. As the Miss Universe saga unfolds, with Miss Mexico at its centre, the spotlight remains on the need for transparency, accountability, and ethical behaviour within the pageant industry to uphold the values of fairness and integrity. The ongoing developments underscore the complexities and challenges faced by participants, organisers, and stakeholders in the world of beauty pageants, raising questions about the broader impact of such controversies on the credibility and stature of renowned international competitions.