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Why South Korea’s Hallyu heroes find taxes so … taxing

February 15, 2026 at 12:00 AM
By David D. Lee
Why South Korea’s Hallyu heroes find taxes so … taxing

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For a moment, Kim Seon-ho’s return looked complete: a Netflix hit, overseas buzz and a career seemingly past the scandal that forced him into an indefinite hiatus in 2021. Then a new controversy hit – this time, over taxes. Kim’s agency, Fantagio, was quick to deny that a theatrical production company he reportedly registered at his home address in January 2024 under his parents’ names had been used to reduce his tax liabilities. The 39-year-old star of Can This Love Be Translated? has not been...

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For a moment, Kim Seon-ho’s return looked complete: a Netflix hit, overseas buzz and a career seemingly past the scandal that forced him into an indefinite hiatus in 2021. Then a new controversy hit – this time, over taxes. Kim’s agency, Fantagio, was quick to deny that a theatrical production company he reportedly registered at his home address in January 2024 under his parents’ names had been used to reduce his tax liabilities. The 39-year-old star of Can This Love Be Translated? has not been... This article provides comprehensive coverage and analysis of current events.

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For a moment, Kim Seon-ho’s return looked complete: a Netflix hit, overseas buzz and a career seemingly past the scandal that forced him into an indefinite hiatus in 2021. Then a new controversy hit – this time, over taxes. Kim’s agency, Fantagio, was quick to deny that a theatrical production company he reportedly registered at his home address in January 2024 under his parents’ names had been used to reduce his tax liabilities. The 39-year-old star of Can This Love Be Translated? has not been...

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