It has been one year since actress Lareina Song Zuer was accused of tax evasion in August 2023. In response to these allegations, her studio has finally broken its silence, releasing an official statement on August 27, 2024. The statement, which quickly became the focus of public attention, addresses the tax-related issues that have kept the actress out of the limelight for the past year.
One Year Later: Studio Responds to Tax Evasion Allegations
The statement details how Song Zuer’s former manager was found to have engaged in tax-related misconduct, including evasion of tax payments. As a result, the tax authorities have imposed administrative penalties. Since October 2020, Song Zuer has ended her business relationship with the manager and has actively communicated with the relevant tax authorities. She has completed her tax self-inspection work and has paid the taxes in accordance with the law. After thoroughly communicating with the authorities, the penalties against Song Zuer have been withdrawn.
Mixed Reactions towards Song Zuer
The studio’s response comes as a relief to many fans who have been eagerly awaiting clarity on the situation. Supporters of the actress expressed their satisfaction with the explanation, with some celebrating the notion that “justice, though late, has prevailed.” However, not all reactions were positive. Some netizens questioned why it took an entire year to respond.
Fans Demand Release of Lareina Song Zuer’s Unaired Dramas
The statement from Song Zuer’s studio quickly became the number one trending topic on Chinese social media. Trending along with it is The Prisoner of Beauty, with fans of the show practically pleading for it to be released. The same can be said for The Demon Hunter’s Romance. Lareina Song Zuer has a few dramas that completed filming, and while we don’t know when they were supposed to be scheduled, it’s clear that the actress being accused definitely affected their ability to air. Other unaired dramas include Reading Class and Created in China.
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