Actor Kim Seon Ho Faces Backlash Over Instagram Comments Amid Tax Evasion Scandal

Kim Seon Ho is facing a tax controversy. Reports say he allegedly failed to report or properly pay some taxes.
The controversy began recently but details are still under investigation.
Fans flooded his latest Instagram post with supportive messages.
“I feel so incredibly sorry for him. It honestly breaks my heart… I just hope he can do the acting he loves happily, without worry. I want to keep watching the great performances of this treasure of an actor for a long, long time. I’m sincerely cheering for you!”
— Fan comment
“I’ll protect you. I’ll always be on your side, and I’ll always support you.”
— Fan comment
“I trust you, Mr. Papago… Your festival has started again now. I believe in you… So endure it just a little longer, and I hope we can see you again with the same bright smile as always.”
— Fan comment
“We’re always on your side.”
— Fan comment
At the same time, Korean netizens reacted strongly against these fan responses, calling the support “over-the-top” and “disgusting.”
“This is seriously a gathering of crazy people.”
“These pick-me fans are something else, wow.”
“What kind of charm does he even have for people to act like this…”
“It’s not like there’s even a controversy or new suspicions. Even if you don’t tell them to ignore it, they probably won’t care anyway.”
“Honestly, those fans don’t really care.”
“Pick-me fans are so disgusting.”
“Pick-me fans…”
“Thanks to these pick-me fans, he’s living large.”
Public opinion on Kim Seon Ho’s tax issues is sharply divided. The actor remains quiet as the investigation continues.
