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Kim Seon-ho's Agency Denies Tax Evasion Allegations
Kim Seon-ho is a popular South Korean actor.
Some news reports said he might have been avoiding taxes by using a company he owns.
His company has his parents as directors and is registered at his home.
Kim's agency, Fantagio, said this is not true.
They explained that the company was only for theater work and is now being closed.
They also said Kim follows all tax rules and his work is fully personal.
Some people think this is similar to another actor's tax problems, but Fantagio says it's different.
They promise to follow all laws and keep things clear.
Kim Seon-ho's agency, Fantagio, denies allegations of tax evasion.
A one-person company was established in January 2024 for theater production, not tax avoidance.
The company is currently in the process of dissolution and has not been active for about a year.
Fantagio emphasizes Kim Seon-ho's compliance with all legal and tax obligations under his exclusive contract.
The agency rejects comparisons to Cha Eun-woo's tax situation, stating no payment contracts exist with Kim's company.
- Who
- Kim Seon-ho and his agency Fantagio
- What
- Allegations of tax evasion through a one-person company
- Where
- Seoul, South Korea
- When
- Allegations reported on 1 February 2026, company established in January 2024
- Why
- Alleged tax avoidance and misuse of corporate funds for personal expenses
Key facts
- Actor
- Kim Seon-ho
- Agency
- Fantagio
- Allegation Date
- 1 February 2026
- Company Establishment
- January 2024
- Company Status
- In process of dissolution
- Contract with Fantagio
- March 2025
- Previous Agency
- Salt Entertainment
Quotes
Fantagio
Kim Seon Ho's management agency
“Hello, This is actor Kim Seon Ho’s agency Fantagio. We would like to issue our official statement regarding the reports released today concerning Kim Seon Ho’s operation of a one-person corporation. Kim Seon Ho is currently carrying out his activities under an exclusive contract signed with Fantagio in his personal capacity, and he is dutifully following all legal and tax-related procedures regarding his current contractual relationship and activities. We would like to make it clear that there are absolutely no issues whatsoever related to the contract or activities between Kim Seon Ho and Fantagio. The one-person corporation mentioned in the reports was established in the past solely for the purpose of theater production and theater-related activities, and it was never created with any intention of tax avoidance or tax evasion. However, after Kim Seon Ho transferred to Fantagio, actual business operations under this corporation ceased approximately one year ago, and the company is currently in the process of being officially dissolved in accordance with relevant laws and procedures. Going forward, we will continue to strictly comply with all relevant laws and procedures in every aspect of our activities, and we will do our utmost to ensure that the actor’s career can proceed without unnecessary misunderstandings. Thank you.”
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