ShellyPundao Back? Shelly Benda Suspension Revoked by Motion Minds Entertainment After Actress’ Clarification – Know What Happened
After the 'cheating' scandal that led to the breakdown of the popular Thai Girls’ Love (GL) partnership of ShellyPundao, it was unclear whether their upcoming series will be shelved. Shelly Benda aka Shelly Phetsai Chanrueang was suspended from all activities by Motion Minds Entertainment after the controversy, but her ban has now been revoked by the agency.
After the so-called cheating scandal that led to the breakdown of the popular Thai Girls’ Love (GL) partnership of ShellyPundao, it seems fans can see some light at the end of the tunnel. On October 1, 2026, Shelly Benda aka Shelly Phetsai Chanrueang was suspended from all activities by Motion Minds Entertainment, citing non-disclosure of an “overlapping relationship” that she allegedly had with her ex-boyfriend. The company said it amounted to “breach of professional agreement involving an undisclosed personal relationship.”
The development was shocking for fans, as Shelly and Pundao were in a real-life relationship as a same-sex couple. The suspension further put the onscreen partnership between Shelly Phetsai and Aom Pundao Panyabaramee in a limbo. But now, Motion Minds as restored Shelly as one of their actresses. Which brings us to the question: Are Shelly-Pundao back as a beloved GL couple? Know what happened. Thai GL Scandal: Real-Life Couple Shelly Pundao’s Onscreen Partnership Ends! Motion Minds Suspends Shelly for THIS Reason.
Shelly Benda’s Video Clarification
As the ShellyPundao scandal rocked Thailand’s entertainment industry, days later, Shelly Benda issued a video clarification on a live chat on social media. She broke down in tears, as she explained the relationship dynamics between her ex-boyfriend and her family. Shelly explained that her mother was keen on the actress getting back with her ex, and that she called him to be with them on their trip without informing Shelly. The GL actress maintained that she did not know he would be there. She also said she was figuring out whether to be with a man or woman. The 23-year-old actress also talked about her tough childhood after her parents divorced. Netizens Choice 2026: BTS’ Jungkook and Thai GL Actress Lingling Kwong Lead Global Top 10 Winners – Full List Inside.
Pundao Breaks Silence on Shelly Benda’s ‘Cheating’
At an event where Shelly and Pundao were supposed to make a joint appearance as a GL couple, Pundao was seen alone, as Shelly was following the suspension order. When the media asked Pundao about the Shelly episode, the 27-year-old actress was kind while speaking about her former partner. She revealed that Shelly had come and apologised to her the same day, and she was giving her time. She said she herself wasn’t sure what happened, and will be keen to guide Shelly through her difficulties, as she has always been. After this statement from Pundao, it was clear that she is ready to reconcile with Shelly, and was, in fact, not angry with her. However, Pundao maintained that they will now be more like siblings or friends rather than a real-life couple.
Ban on Shelly Benda Lifted by Motion Minds Entertainment
On October 20, Motion Minds Entertainment shared on its social media page that the ban on Shelly had been lifted, and that she would “resume her regular duties starting November 1, 2026.” This stand by Motion Minds Entertainment has many fans of ShellyPundao heaving a sigh of relief, while wondering if there would be more announcements as regards the couple. See the full statement by Motion Minds Entertainment here:
Motion Minds Entertainment Statement on Shelly Benda – See Post:
ประกาศบริษัท โมชัน มายด์ส เอนเตอเทนเมนท์ จำกัด เรื่อง การพักงานของ เชลลี่ เพชรใส จันทร์เรือง
Motion Minds Entertainment Co., Ltd.Announcement Regarding the Work Suspension of Shelly Phetsai Chanrueang
#motionmindsentertainment
#shellybenda https://t.co/tT87ROgwYY
— MOTION MINDS ENTERTAINMENT (@MotionMindsEntt) October 20, 2026
About ShellyPundao
ShellyPundao gained popularity after the Roller Coaster the Series (2025), and were supposed to star in a new series in 2026, titled By Your Side. It remains to be seen whether the new series will see the light of day after the recent controversy, but fans are hoping so.
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