In a surprising turn of events, Fan Chiang Yu-En, a prominent member of AKB48 Team TP, has been officially dismissed from the group following a string of controversies. This decision, announced on Dec...
In a surprising turn of events, Fan Chiang Yu-En, a prominent member of AKB48 Team TP, has been officially dismissed from the group following a string of controversies. This decision, announced on December 18, 2025, comes after her suspension earlier this year, marking a significant moment in the K-pop industry. Background: The Rise and Fall of Fan Chiang Yu-En Fan Chiang Yu-En first joined AKB48 Team TP, the Taiwanese sister group of the renowned Japanese idol group AKB48, in 2019. The group, managed by AKS and TW Entertainment, quickly rose to prominence, with Fan Chiang Yu-En becoming a fan favorite due to her charismatic performances and vocal prowess. However, her journey took a controversial turn in mid-2025 when rumors regarding her alleged misconduct began circulating on social media platforms like Twitter and Weibo. The Suspension: A Precursor to the Dismissal In July 2025, AKB48 Team TP announced Fan Chiang Yu-En's suspension due to "behavioral issues" that were not aligned w...