Netflix Denies May 2026 Release for The Wonderfools and Civic Tax Group Files Complaint Against Tax Official Over Release of the Fact that Cha Eun Woo is Under Investigation
The Cha Eun Woo tax evasion scandal started before his fellow agency mate Kim Sun Ho but that one wrapped up quickly (admission and apology and payment of taxes) while his seems to still be ongoing for whatever reason. For scandals its a double edged sword of concluding quickly to move on faster or drag on until hopefully the next news cycle mitigates the focus and impact. This week there was a rumor that Netflix was planning to air The Wonderfools, the completed drama starring Park Eun Bin and Cha Eun Woo, in a few months around May 2026. The streaming giant came out and actually denied it, which makes sense because his matter isn’t resolved and scheduling an airing with this unknown is just a risky move. But a sliver of positive news for Cha Eun Woo is that a civic tax organization has come out in support of him, not for the alleged tax evasion, but for the news that he was being investigated getting leaked. The organization says investigations into tax evasion are routine and doesn’t impute intentional wrongdoing, much less Cha Eun Woo’s investigation not being complete yet so he’s getting castigated by the public without having yet been found to have done something wrong. The org has filed a complaint with the government tax authorities over the release of his investigation being made public in the first place.
Welp!
Specifically they filed it against the “unknown” official who leaked it to the most notorious tabloid in the country and they also cited Lee Sun Kyun as an example of the damage that this kind of “doxxing” causes. In the end, the actor took his life and it was found that he did not do drugs. The tax organisation rightly pointed out that the government should have strict rules protecting the basic privacy of any taxpayer until the case is thoroughly investigated and judged.
It’s reported that it’s being dragged out because Cha Eun Woo is claiming review for tax misgivings. Essentially, he doesn’t believe he’s done anything wrong (of if things were done wrong, it was by his company Fantagio that betrayed him and did things behind his back). He’s basically saying either the government has it wrong and are accusing him for whatever reason (such as wanting a cover up story or just money) or Fantagio has it wrong…and he’s going to fight them in court.
I will never understand that acting is a profession, hv no clue why such trivial issues suddenly becomes like a mountain and the actors are isolated or banned. Is it the way we respect any community.Everyone keeps waiting for a single mistake of others, like looking for a reason to boycott……. Give a chance… Let them prove themselves guilty or innocent… How can we judge everything, everyone and anytime.
This is awful. I swear Social media or someone just post lies just so they can get paid or wants to ruin someone reputation. Well, if Netflix doesn’t want it. Hopefully, I can watch it on Amazon prime. I’m about to leave Netflix.
Only in SK and China, ppl kick up a fuss about celebs’ private lives cuz these folks have no real life themselves. lol.
Im gradually getting tired of Korean scandals and actors charades.. why is it that there’s always one problem for one actor today and another tomorrow… They should allow them to rest
This actor is well known for his humble personality and can’t be a victim of such act please this matter should be investigated properly and justice for che eun woo,we love 💕💕 u keep fighting
@Netflix pls go and ask meaning of “wọn bi yin da” in yoruba language,i swear u must realise my crush film oo
In the first, Cha Eunwoo ir Lee Dong Min is a citizen first before a celebrity. His tax problem should not have been published just like any citizen before proven anything. Whoever leaked this committed violate the Privacy Act and should be charged criminally for libel,defamation,
Mental and emotional stress, loss of income from his endorsements that were canceled. South Korea is a very to ic and very judgemental society. It’s citizens love to drag down any celebrity and they don’t care if that person dies. And yet, their politicians are so corrupt that it’s citizens don’t give a darn. Why? Because their media us controlled by powerful conglomerates if qhom politicians are beholden. If Lee Dong Min is clear of any wrongdoing he should sue his agency for failing to protect him, sue the tabloids that published, sue the government for leaking the documents and for failing to protect him accorfdto the Privacy and Confidentiality Act and go after cyberbullies for malicious comments, sue his accountants that was keeping his books, and sue his endorsers who canceled his contract even though there was no proof of criminality. Lee Dong Min is an honest individual.unfortunately, he is surrounded by vultures and toxic citizens who feel they can do no wrong and are quick to condemn individuals that are easy targets. Lee Dong Min will get through this ordeal and I wish him all the luck and I will pray for him that he will get through without any ill effects on his health and well-being. Keep up the good fight, Eunwoo.
LEAVE OUR CHA EUNWOO ALONE HES INNOCENT IM TIRED OF PEOPLE FINDING THINGS TO HARM OUR INNOCENT IDOLS LET THEM DO WHAT THEY PLEASE AND BE ADULTS THEY DESERVE HATERS!!!! 😭🦋💖💖💖💖
In the USA he’d be President!
He is visually impressive. His body proportions are among the best I’ve seen in male celebrities.
I saw him last year arriving at Paris Fashion Week in June 2025 without really knowing who he was, and he easily stood out (even among their industry peers who are also known for their fine looks). My curiosity led me to watch his work as an actor, but I couldn’t think good of him because he acts without passion, in a robotic way. In Wonderful World, there is an improvement, but not enough to consider him having made a leap forward.
While I wouldn’t blacklist actors who don’t pay taxes, I like to remember the importance involved, especially him, whose image has been sold from the beginning as “responsible guy with good manners”. It was precisely his good work ethic, in addition to his classic beauty, that made him a “national treasure.”