On January 28, Lim Ji-yeon uploaded several selfies to her personal SNS, writing, “Hye-kyo unnie. Chicken skewers, fish cake yum yum,” while sharing updates from the filming set of her upcoming SBS drama “Brave New World” (tentative title). The photos showed Lim Ji-yeon posing with a snack truck sent by Song Hye-kyo in support of her new project.
Song Hye-kyo personally prepared banners with messages such as “Our Ji-yeon ♥ Unnie is cheering for you!” , “Please take good care of Ji-yeon ♥,” and “I’m looking forward to a great project.” The two actresses formed a close bond after working together on Netflix’s “The Glory.”
However, Lim Ji-yeon has recently been at the center of public debate for a separate reason. She previously drew criticism after applauding and cheering for actor Jung Woo-sung when he appeared on stage at the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards held at KBS Hall in 2024. Jung Woo-sung had been embroiled in controversy after it was revealed that he is the biological father of model Moon Ga-bi’s son, sparking discussions about an alleged extramarital child.
Some netizens questioned whether applause was appropriate amid such personal controversy, while others criticized Lim Ji-yeon’s reaction. Lim Ji-yeon is currently signed under Artist Company, the actor management agency led by Jung Woo-sung.
At the same time, renewed attention has turned to Song Hye-kyo’s past tax controversy. In 2012, the actress was accused of evading approximately 2.5 billion KRW in taxes, a case that has resurfaced following recent tax evasion allegations involving Cha Eun-woo, with whom she shares a role as a global ambassador for luxury jewelry brand “C.”
According to the Seoul Regional Tax Office, Song Hye-kyo failed to properly report 5.4 billion KRW of income earned between 2009 and 2011. At the time, experts criticized the case as overly careless and questioned whether tax audit exemptions for exemplary taxpayers had been misused. Song Hye-kyo denied intentional wrongdoing, explaining that the issue resulted from miscalculations by her tax representative. She later issued a public apology in 2014, stating, “As a citizen, I failed to fulfill my responsibility sincerely. This mistake came from ignorance, and I sincerely apologize.”
She later paid approximately 3.1 billion KRW, covering unpaid income tax and additional penalties. Despite the resurfacing controversies, Song Hye-kyo continues to remain active in the entertainment industry, while Lim Ji-yeon focuses on her upcoming drama project.
Sources: 네이트 뉴스
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