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Cha Eun Woo Tax Evasion Allegations: Agency Releases Official Statement 2026

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Fantagio has addressed the Cha Eun Woo tax evasion allegations reported on Jan 22, 2026. The agency clarifies the nature of the National Tax Service probe.

Is one of K-pop's brightest stars facing a legal storm? Cha Eun Woo's agency, Fantagio, has officially responded to reports concerning Cha Eun Woo tax evasion allegations that surfaced on January 22, 2026. The agency's quick move aims to protect the star's pristine reputation following media reports about a National Tax Service probe.

The Nature of the Investigation Bureau 4 Probe

According to reports from several media outlets, Investigation Bureau 4 of the Seoul Regional Tax Office—a unit known for handling high-profile tax audits—investigated the ASTRO member in 2025. In South Korea, Bureau 4's involvement often signals a non-routine, 'special' investigation, which immediately sparked intense public debate.

Fantagio Clarifies: 'A Routine Audit'

Fantagio's statement denies any wrongdoing. They stated that the investigation was a regular audit applied to high-income individuals and wasn't prompted by specific suspicious activity. "There were no issues found, and no additional taxes were levied," the agency clarified, stressing that Cha Eun Woo has always been a diligent taxpayer.

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