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Bolin Chen's 9-Month Absence: Agency Colleague Shares Update Amid Enlistment Controversy

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Actor Ko Chen-po (also known as Bolin Chen) has been inactive in the entertainment industry for nine months following a "flash enlistment" controversy.
  • His agency colleague, Bai Bai, stated the company is unaffected and humorously suggested she could take over his roles if she were male.
  • Bai Bai also commented on Chen's personal life, mentioning their social media interactions and expressing anticipation for his future plans.

Taiwanese actor Ko Chen-po, widely known as Bolin Chen, has been absent from the entertainment scene for nine months after a controversy surrounding his enlistment process. The actor, who was reportedly indicted for a "flash enlistment" and faces a potential sentence of two years and eight months, has seen his career completely halted.

If I were a man, I could take his roles, but I'm a woman and can't snatch them, which is a bit of a pity!

โ€” Bai BaiCommenting humorously on actor Bolin Chen's absence from acting roles due to his military service controversy.

Despite Chen's hiatus, his colleague from the same agency, Bai Bai, assured that the company's operations remain unaffected. During a press event where she hosted a charity film screening, Bai Bai humorously remarked that if she were a man, she could have stepped in to fill Chen's acting roles, lamenting that as a woman, she couldn't seize those opportunities.

When asked about Chen's current activities, Bai Bai indicated their primary communication is through social media, where she sees his interactions, jokingly suggesting he is "repenting" and taking time to reflect. She also addressed rumors about Chen's wedding to Popu Lady member Ting Hsuan being postponed due to the enlistment issue, stating she had not received any wedding news but expressed excitement for it.

Repent! Take a break, and think carefully.

โ€” Bai BaiJokingly describing what Bolin Chen might be doing during his hiatus.

Bai Bai advised that Chen is likely focused on resolving his current situation before making future life plans, a sentiment she believes is common for anyone facing similar circumstances. She reiterated that Chen's absence has not impacted the agency's business, emphasizing her continued work as an artist under the company.

I haven't received any wedding news yet. If there is, I will definitely let everyone know!

โ€” Bai BaiResponding to rumors about Bolin Chen's wedding being postponed.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.