The 29-year-old apologised, writing: \u201cI sincerely apologise to fans and many others for the disappointment and confusion caused by the recent tax controversy.\u201d<\/p>\n
He added that due to \u201cvarious administrative procedures\u201d, he had to be \u201ccautious\u201d in expressing his thoughts, addressing the delay in speaking publicly.<\/p>\n
On the matter, Cha said: \u201cI respect the procedures and results of the National Tax Service, and to prevent further confusion, I have paid all related taxes. I will also faithfully engage in the remaining procedures.\u201d<\/p>\n
He also acknowledged responsibility, saying: \u201cIf there were parts I failed to review thoroughly, the responsibility lies entirely with me. I will not avoid blame by saying, \u2018I didn\u2019t know\u2019 or \u2018it was someone else\u2019s decision.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n
Cha also briefly addressed the establishment of a corporation, which had been cited in reports about the case. The entity was described as a one-person agency set up in 2019. Reports alleged it was linked to how his income was managed and taxed.<\/p>\n
Cha said: \u201cDuring a period of change and confusion in my activities, I established a corporation to stabilise my career. Looking back, there were parts I didn\u2019t review thoroughly, and the responsibility lies with me, not my family or company.\u201d<\/p>\n
He concluded by apologising to fans, adding that he would adopt stricter standards in managing his activities moving forward.<\/p>\n
Cha had been investigated by the Seoul Regional Tax Office\u2019s Investigation Division 4, a unit that typically handles major tax cases, in July 2025, prior to his military enlistment. He was later notified of a surcharge exceeding 20 billion won, including additional income taxes.<\/p>\n