Archive · 27 Jan 2026
Cha Eun-Woo Addresses Tax Evasion Allegations
Cha Eun-Woo, a popular member of the K-pop group ASTRO, is facing accusations of tax evasion.
He has hired a well-known law firm, Sejong, to help him with the case.
This same law firm previously worked on a big case involving the group NewJeans.
Cha Eun-Woo's team has asked for a review of the situation and is waiting to see what happens next.
Cha Eun-Woo has publicly apologized to his fans and is currently serving his mandatory military duty.
The allegations involve a company registered under his mother’s name, which is accused of being a 'paper company' to avoid higher personal income taxes.
The final outcome of the case is still pending.
Cha Eun-Woo is accused of tax evasion by South Korea’s National Tax Service.
He has hired the top law firm Sejong to represent him.
Sejong previously handled NewJeans’ exclusive contract termination case.
Cha Eun-Woo's team has requested a pre-assessment review.
Cha Eun-Woo has publicly apologized to his fans and is currently serving his mandatory military duty.
- Who
- Cha Eun-Woo, a member of the K-pop group ASTRO
- What
- Accusation of tax evasion by South Korea’s National Tax Service
- When
- Current, with ongoing developments
- Where
- South Korea
- Why
- To address the tax evasion allegations and seek legal representation
- Person Involved
- Cha Eun-Woo (ASTRO member)
- Accusation
- Tax evasion
- Law Firm
- Sejong
- Previous Case
- NewJeans’ contract termination
- Current Status
- Awaiting pre-assessment review outcome
- Alleged Unpaid Taxes
- ₩20 billion (over ₹200 crore or approximately $13.6 million)
- Company Involved
- Company registered under his mother’s name
- Military Service
- Currently serving mandatory military duty
Sources
Cha Eun-Woo Tax Evasion Case: NewJean's Law Firm Comes Onboard For ASTRO Member
True Beauty Actor Cha Eun-woo Apologises For Controversy Involving Tax Evasion Case, Takes 'Full Responsibility' In Official Statement
Cha Eun-woo personally addresses tax evasion allegations, apologises to fans: 'I am indescribably sorry'
