The Oppa Chronicles

Cha Eun-woo, South Korean singer and actor best known as a member of ASTRO, is currently under public scrutiny following reports of an ongoing tax investigation by the National Tax Service (NTS). According to multiple Korean and international news outlets, tax authorities are examining income linked to Cha Eun-woo that was allegedly managed through a company associated with a family member. Authorities are reviewing whether the company had substantial business operations and whether income was properly declared under South Korea’s tax regulations. The reported amount under review has been estimated at approximately ₩20 billion. Cha Eun-woo’s agency, Fantagio, released an official statement clarifying that the investigation is still in progress and that no final decision or criminal determination has been made. The agency emphasized that the case involves legal interpretation and tax classification issues, and confirmed that Cha Eun-woo is fully cooperating with ...

In one of the most heartwarming moments in Korean entertainment, beloved actors Kim Woo Bin and Shin Min Ah have officially announced that they are getting married after ten years of being one of the industry’s most admired couples. Their agency confirmed the news on November 20, 2025 , via an official statement posted on the website of their shared management company, AM Entertainment. The couple will hold a private wedding ceremony in December 20, 2025 in Seoul, surrounded only by close family and friends. A Love Story that Began with Fate Kim Woo Bin and Shin Min Ah first met in 2015 while working together on a commercial shoot. What began as professional chemistry quickly grew into a genuine relationship. The two confirmed they were dating that same year, and since then, they have remained steady and low-profile, known for their privacy and mutual respect. Unlike many public celebrity romances, theirs was marked by a sense of calm and maturity. They were rarely involv...

Lee Dong-hwi: The AI Innovator Redefining Celebrity Branding and Digital Protection In South Korea’s fast-moving entertainment landscape, the spotlight often falls on actors, idols, and influencers. But recently, attention has shifted to a different kind of rising figure — Lee Dong-hwi, the younger brother of actor and global heartthrob Cha Eun-woo. With a background in media, advertising, and artificial intelligence, Lee is carving out a distinct identity in the world of tech innovation. His appearance at the AI Summit Seoul & Expo 2025 marked a turning point, revealing him not as “Cha Eun-woo’s brother,” but as a serious researcher and AI developer with projects that could reshape digital branding, data analysis, and how celebrities interact with their audience. A Quiet Biography: Education, Early Career, and Path to AI 𝑳𝒆𝒆 𝑫𝒐𝒏𝒈-𝒉𝒘𝒊 was born and raised in South Korea, part of a family that would later see global recognition through his older brother’s succes...

Veteran South Korean actor Song Young-kyu was found dead inside his vehicle on the morning of August 4, sending shockwaves through the Korean entertainment industry. He was 55 years old. According to authorities from the Yongin Dongbu Police Station, Song was discovered unresponsive in a parked car near a residential complex in Cheoin-gu, Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, around 8:00 a.m. KST. Police stated there were no signs of foul play and no suicide note was found at the scene. The cause of death remains under investigation. Song’s passing comes just weeks after a drunk driving incident in June, where he was caught operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol level exceeding the legal limit of 0.08%. The incident led to the revocation of his driver’s license and caused professional setbacks. He stepped down from the stage play Shakespeare in Love and had his appearances edited or minimized in ongoing TV dramas such as “The Winning Try” (SBS) and “The Defects” (ENA). The actor rep...

Beijing, China – Popular Chinese actress Zhao Lusi, best known for her leading roles in Hidden Love and Who Rules the World, has publicly revealed the full extent of her ongoing health and legal crisis, sending shockwaves throughout the entertainment industry and among fans worldwide. In a heartbreaking post on August 1, Zhao Lusi accused her former agency, Galaxy Kuyu Entertainment, of severe exploitation, financial mismanagement, and psychological abuse—allegations that date back years but escalated in late 2024. According to Zhao, she was overworked to the point of collapse, with symptoms later diagnosed as Dissociative Conversion Disorder, a condition that affected her memory, speech, and mobility. ---> "I was in constant pain, mentally and physically," Zhao shared. "They took my money, disbanded my studio, and threatened to blacklist me if I spoke out." During her emotional statement, Zhao claimed that over RMB 2 million was withdrawn from her pe...

Hangzhou, China — A young swimming instructor in Hangzhou has taken social media by storm after videos of him teaching kids at the pool circulated online, with many netizens — especially mothers — captivated by his youthful charm and striking physique. The instructor, known only by his surname Chen, works part-time at the Hangzhou Chenjinglun Sports School, a prestigious training center that has produced Chinese Olympic athletes like swimmer Sun Yang and badminton player Chen Yufei. The 18-year-old, who just graduated high school, is set to attend Nanjing Sport Institute, a well-known sports university. Videos of Chen, often showing him in colorful swim trunks and at times shirtless, were mostly captured and shared by the parents — particularly the mothers — of his young students, aged 4 to 5. What began as casual documentation of their children’s swimming lessons quickly exploded into a nationwide social media trend. Many mothers joked online about ...