On the evening of November 9, a sensitive photo of what was allegedly singer Chi Dan circulated online, sparking intense discussions across various social media platforms.
Amid the online frenzy, Chi Dan took swift action by locking his personal account. Shortly after, his entire online presence seemed to have vanished.

Chi Dan’s proactive response to the online speculation
The online uproar began with a viral photo of a blonde-haired man with tattoos, allegedly under arrest for substance abuse. Netizens quickly drew connections between the man in the photo and singer Chi Dan.
Chi Dan broke his silence with a live stream on his verified fan page, wishing his fan club, Sâu Đóm, a happy 10th anniversary. He expressed his gratitude for their enduring support: “Ten years together is not too long or too short, but it’s enough to foster deeper love. Let’s continue to cherish and stand by each other.”
The singer also took the opportunity to apologize to his fans, colleagues, and everyone who had shown him love and support: “I haven’t connected with you all for quite some time, and I miss my Sâu Đóm family and the stage… I just want to say sorry to those I’ve let down, to my fan club, to my colleagues, and to everyone who has supported and loved me.
Following personal challenges involving my family and a disappointing romance, I admit that I haven’t been true to my profession or your expectations of me. But I’ve learned from these experiences, and I promise to change for the better. I pledge to live a more honest life, true to my career, my audience, and my fan club, Sâu Đóm. I hope you can find it in your hearts to forgive me and give me another chance to deliver the music you deserve.”

Chi Dan’s emotional message was punctuated with tears as he vowed to be a better person and to take his career and fans more seriously. He sought understanding and another opportunity to dedicate himself to his music.
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