Nadech and Yaya liked each other from the very beginning and secretly dated for six years.
Noom asked how they managed to keep it a secret and avoid detection.
Nadech explained that they would go on dates in the car—driving to Pattaya for picnics, or secretly picking Yaya up from university and dropping her off at work.
Noom asked if anyone ever spotted them on these secret dates. Nadech said there were times they ate at restaurants; if people tried to take photos, they would quickly turn away to hide. When going to the movies, they would choose late-night screenings.
Noom asked if they ever held hands. Nadech admitted they did occasionally, adding, "I’m a total pro at this—anyone currently keeping a relationship secret can call me for advice."
They kept this up for six years.
During that time, producers and fellow actors were all aware of the relationship. However, when it came to publicly defining their status as "close friends" (kalyanamit), he was secretly worried about how Yaya might feel.