On the evening of March 31, the Shanghai Tax Bureau, under China’s State Taxation Administration, confirmed through an official statement released via Xinhua News Agency that no evidence of tax violations had been found against the actress. The authority stated that multiple investigations conducted since 2025 had consistently concluded there were “no issues,” effectively dismissing repeated accusations made by her former agency, Siba Media.
The announcement comes after Siba Media reignited controversy on March 30 by publicly accusing Ju Jingyi of concealing income in 2024. The agency alleged that the actress reported earnings of 11 million yuan while actually receiving over 50 million yuan, claiming an 88% discrepancy. They even presented more than 20 pieces of supposed business and payment evidence in an attempt to support the claim.
However, the official response from tax authorities not only rejected the accusations but also emphasized that repetitive reports lacking new evidence would not be accepted under the law, delivering a significant blow to Siba Media’s claims. The timing of the allegations—just 48 hours before the scheduled release of Ju Jingyi’s new drama—has led many industry observers to question the motives behind the move.
The dispute between Ju Jingyi and Siba Media dates back to 2024, when contract disagreements escalated into a full-scale legal conflict. Analysts suggest that the latest accusations may have been part of a broader strategy to pressure the actress amid ongoing contract negotiations, especially as reports indicate the agency has faced financial difficulties in recent years.
Ju Jingyi’s studio had already issued a strong rebuttal earlier on March 31, firmly stating that the actress has consistently complied with tax laws. The statement also accused Siba Media of spreading false information and manipulating public opinion over the past six months. Legal action for defamation has reportedly been initiated, signaling that the conflict is far from over.
Despite the controversy, Ju Jingyi’s new drama Yue Lin Legend proceeded with its scheduled premiere on April 1. The project, co-directed by Guo Jingming, had previously faced delays due to earlier complaints filed by the same agency.
The swift clarification from tax authorities effectively prevented a potential crisis that could have jeopardized the drama’s release. It also allowed Ju Jingyi to temporarily move past what had threatened to become a major scandal in an industry increasingly sensitive to tax-related issues.
While the legal battle between the actress and her former agency continues, the latest development marks a decisive moment—one that not only clears Ju Jingyi’s name but also raises serious questions about the use of public accusations as leverage in high-stakes contract disputes within the entertainment world.
Sources: Netizenbuzz
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