Actor Yoo Yeon Seok has found himself in the middle of a tax controversy, but his agency is shutting down the claims.

On March 14, Yoo Yeon Seok’s agency, King Kong by Starship, addressed the reports about his alleged tax evasion.

They stated, "This matter stems from differences in the interpretation and application of tax laws between our tax representative and the tax authorities. We are currently awaiting the tax authorities’ notification after undergoing a preliminary tax review."

The agency also emphasized that "this is not a finalized or officially notified matter at this stage, and we plan to actively clarify the relevant issues through proper legal procedures."

Earlier, CBS No Cut News reported that Yoo Yeon Seok was audited by the National Tax Service while establishing his entertainment agency, Forever Entertainment. The report claimed that he was hit with an additional tax charge of 7 billion KRW.

However, King Kong by Starship explained, "This issue arose because Yoo Yeon Seok developed and produced YouTube content as part of his entertainment career while also running a company for other business ventures, including the food and beverage industry."

They added, "The tax authorities interpreted the company’s income from the past five years as personal income rather than corporate income. As a result, despite reporting the income under corporate tax, personal income tax was imposed."

The agency stressed that Yoo Yeon Seok has always been committed to paying his taxes properly. "He has always prioritized fulfilling his tax obligations faithfully and will continue to do so as a responsible citizen by strictly following all relevant laws and procedures."

Meanwhile, Yoo Yeon Seok is set to return to the small screen with his upcoming SBS drama Shin-i & Law Office! Stay tuned for more updates!

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Former AOA member Kwon Min Ah—who opened up in the past about being bullied—has once again shared a deep and emotional message on social media, leaving fans feeling concerned and sending love.

On April 23, Min Ah took to her Instagram to write:
“I don’t know if I’ve become completely twisted, or if I’m just scared. Maybe I’m afraid the same thing will happen again. Everything feels scary. And I want to say something sharp to myself too—get it together.”

Along with the message, she posted a selfie where she wore a red knit top, had her hair half-up, and showed a soft pout with a calm expression. Though her outfit and style looked casual, the mood of her words felt heavy.

Fans aren’t sure if Min Ah was directing the message toward someone else or simply speaking to herself. The final line, “get it together,” sounds like a tough love reminder to herself—but also makes many wonder what she’s been going through recently.

People quickly filled the comment section with supportive messages, telling her to stay strong and reminding her she’s not alone.

Min Ah debuted with AOA in 2012 and left the group in 2019. In 2020, she made headlines when she revealed that she had been bullied during her time in the group. The confession caused a huge reaction in the K-pop world, leading to conversations about idols’ mental health and group dynamics.

Recently, she surprised fans when it was revealed she began working as a manager at a dermatology clinic, showing a new side of her life outside of the entertainment spotlight.

Fans continue to cheer her on, hoping she finds peace and happiness in whatever path she chooses next.

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