Deng Lun Commits Tax Evasion, Fines IDR 238 Billion

JAKARTA - Actor Deng Lun was reported to have committed tax evasion and was fined 106 million yuan or equivalent to Rp. 238 billion. This case began to be uncovered through tax analysis.

According to the Global Times, on Tuesday, March 15, the Shanghai tax authorities had warned Deng Lung but heeded it. As a result, the authorities carried out an in-depth investigation.

The 30-year-old actor evaded personal taxes of 47 million yuan and unpaid taxes of 13.99 million yuan in 2019 and 2020 by making false reports.

Deng Lun's party took the initiative to pay 44.55 million yuan in taxes and report other illegal actions related to taxes.

Tax authorities put the total tax avoided at 106 million yuan. Moments later, Deng Lun's name became a trending topic on Weibo within 30 minutes.

The tax authorities said they would continue to strengthen tax regulations in the entertainment industry and carry out investigations.

On the same day, Deng Lun released an apology to the public via Weibo. He said he would take responsibility for his actions.

“I will reflect on my actions. I also take all the responsibility and the consequences," said Deng Lun.

Meanwhile, Deng Lun's personal accounts such as Douyin and Weibo have been deleted from the internet. This coincided with L'Orea and Viomi Technology canceling their partnership with Deng Lun.

With 40 million followers on social media accounts, Deng Lun is one of the most popular actors in China. He is popular with the drama Ashes of Love which aired in several countries and also Netflix.