Cha Eun-woo's statement revealed! 20 billion won, tax evasion, military service, mother, and how much is the penalty?

Cha Eun-woo personally revealed his position on the 20 billion won tax evasion allegations and the controversy over his military enlistment while serving in the military.

We will summarize the agency Fantagio's official position, key issues, and future procedures.

 

 

1. Why did suspicions of Cha Eun-woo's 20 billion won tax evasion surface?

 

The controversy surrounding Cha Eun-woo is the result of the National Tax Service's high-intensity tax investigation.

It started with reports that a fine of approximately 20 billion won had been announced.

The unusual amount of fines imposed on celebrities created a stir, and public opinion quickly cooled.

 

 

2. Why are suspicions growing over the controversy surrounding the corporate address of Mom's Eel Restaurant?

 

The part that is being mentioned along with the recent suspicion of Cha Eun-woo's tax evasion is the controversy over the corporation in his mother's name and the eel restaurant address.

 

According to some reports, the one-person agency established by Cha Eun-woo's mother was located in Gimpo and Ganghwa-gun, Incheon.

It was registered as an eel restaurant address, and it was later confirmed that it had moved to Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

 

The National Tax Service is investigating whether the corporation provided actual services to Cha Eun-woo's entertainment activities.

It is considered a key issue, and if it is judged to be an insubstantial corporation, personal income

There is a possibility that it could be interpreted as a paper company structure that reduces tax rates by distributing corporate income.

 

However, the agency Fantagio said about this:

He drew the line, saying that it was merely a difference in legal interpretation, saying, “It is a corporation that was established and operated normally.”

 

 

3. Controversy over military enlistment timing, suspicions of "dodging enlistment"

 

Another reason for the growing controversy was the timing of Cha Eun-woo's enlistment. The tax investigation is ongoing.

As the fact that he enlisted in the military became known, there were concerns that he was enlisting to avoid investigation.

Suspicions have been raised.

 

Regarding this, Cha Eun-woo stated in a statement that his enlistment was already scheduled,

He drew the line, saying that it was not a choice to avoid controversy.

He added that he could no longer postpone his enlistment due to his age and circumstances.

 

 

4. Contents of Cha Eun-woo's personal statement during his military service

 

On the 26th, Cha Eun-woo revealed a lengthy statement he wrote while serving in the military through SNS.

He said, “As a citizen of the Republic of Korea, I wonder if I am strict enough in my attitude toward my tax obligations.

He expressed his apology, saying, “I am deeply reflecting on this.”

 

He also said that if he were not a soldier, he would have gone there in person to apologize.

He also expressed his frustration with the current situation.

 

However, it did not include any explanation of the specific tax structure or corporate operation method.

 

 

5. Fantagio's official position and issues

 

On the same day, the agency Fantagio stated through an official statement that the matter in question was not a final case of tax evasion.
The key issue, he explained, was whether the parent corporation was subject to actual taxation.

 

Fantagio said, “This is a matter of dispute over the interpretation and application of the law.

He said he plans to actively investigate the matter through due process.

 

Currently, Cha Eun-woo's side is in the process of going through the tax assessment process.

 

 

6. How much is the penalty? Industry estimates put it at at least hundreds of billions of won.

 

Celebrity endorsement contracts typically include a "duty to maintain dignity" clause.
It is known as an industry practice to charge a penalty of two to three times the model's fee when social controversy arises.

 

Cha Eun-woo's advertising model fee is estimated to be around 1 to 1.5 billion won per case.

Considering the number of brands currently active, even a conservative calculation would be at least 30 billion won.

The possibility of a penalty of up to 90 billion won is being discussed.

 

If the National Tax Service's additional fine of approximately 20 billion won and the additional fine related to the agency Fantagio are added to this,

There is also analysis that the short-term financial risk alone is over 60 billion won.

 

Of course, this is only an industry estimate, and the actual billing and scale may vary depending on future circumstances.

 

 

FAQ

Q1. Is it confirmed that Cha Eun-woo evaded 20 billion won in taxes?
No. Currently, the National Tax Service is in the process of notifying the taxpayer of the additional tax. Legal procedures are ongoing and the decision has not been finalized.

 

Q2. Is the suspicion of enlistment as a means of escape true?
Cha Eun-woo himself personally explained that his enlistment was not intended to avoid controversy.

 

Q3. What is your agency Fantagio's position?
The issue is whether the mother corporation is actually subject to taxation, and we intend to clarify this through due process.

 

Q4. What will happen going forward?
The final decision on whether to collect additional taxes and the amount will be made based on the results of the tax assessment and related procedures.

 

 

 

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