In a recent interview with Thai media, Mai Davika admitted that she still feels a little shy and unusual when introduced as someone’s wife. “It’s strange. There was a time when I attended an event and they said, ‘This is her husband.’ I thought, “Oh wow.” When you go from being in a relationship to changing your official status, you really feel that difference,” he shared.
As they enter married life, both Mai and Ter Chantavit are learning how to balance their egos and communicate openly. The actress explained how they handle moments when affection doesn’t meet expectations: “Just change your mindset. If one day doesn’t feel like enough, then ask for more.”
She also revealed a funny Valentine’s Day story. Before the wedding, Ter often surprised her with 1,000 flowers. This year, shortly after their wedding, she jokingly asked him if he had ordered flowers for Valentine’s Day. He replied yes, 30 flowers. “I said, ‘Wait, why did the number go down after we got married?’ I told him, ‘It’s not good. I just became a wife in my first year and you are already showing your true character!’” he joked.
Instead of feeling upset, Mai said she just tells him directly if he wants more. “That’s how you stay together long-term. In a relationship, being honest is the best way.” She even teased her husband to pick roses from their garden and present them in a romantic way. According to Mai, Ter appreciates her frankness. “Men don’t think too much like women do. There’s no need for mind games. If you want something, just say it.”
For Mai, self-love is equally important. She openly discussed investing millions of baht in beauty treatments to maintain her appearance, explaining that as an actress, her image is part of her professional responsibility. “I calculated this before spending millions on skincare, lasers and treatments. I make a living from my appearance, so I have to take care of it to meet the expectations of partners and employers. Studio lighting damages my skin the most, so I also take vitamins regularly.” he said.
Born as Davika Hoorne in 1992 to a Thai-Belgian family, Mai rose to fame thanks to the hit film Pee Mac. The film not only skyrocketed his career across Asia, but also linked his fate to Ter, who was one of his screenwriters. They later reunited in the drama The man is not the real woman. Ter often praised Mai for her professionalism and desire to learn.
When the couple first went public with their relationship, they faced criticism. Some doubted that Mai was a suitable match for Ter, known for his strong academic background and reputation as an accomplished actor, screenwriter and director. Ter himself gained fame thanks to successful films such as Hello Stranger, ATM: it’s a Rak errorAND One dayhaving started his career behind the scenes before becoming a beloved screen presence with his natural comedic charm.
After eight years of friendship and love, Ter proposed to Mai in mid-2024 with a stunning 15-carat diamond ring. The couple officially married in November 2025, marking the beginning of what they describe as a partnership built on honesty, laughter and mutual growth.
Sources: Ngoisao
