Japanese actor Kei Tanaka, father of 2, accused of cheating on wife with co-star Mei Nagano; pics from their dates shock fans
Japanese actor Kei Tanaka is under fire after photos suggesting an alleged affair with co-star Mei Nagano went viral, sparking widespread backlash. Rumors have also linked Nagano to Korean actor Kim Moo Joon, who has since denied any romantic involvement.
Japanese actor Kei Tanaka is currently facing heat online after details of his alleged affair with his former co-star Mei Nagano went viral. According to Japanese media reports, Kei, who is married and shares two kids with his wife, grew closer to Mei while shooting for their 2021 film Soshite, Baton wa Watasareta.
The rumors of the two stars' alleged affair have now spread like wildfire, with pictures from their alleged dates sparking shock among fans.
Kei Tanaka and Mei Nagano allegedly involved in affair, report claims
On April 23, Japanese tabloid Shukan Bunshun sparked controversy with a report alleging actors Kei Tanaka, 40, and Mei Nagano, 25, are engaged in an extramarital affair. Despite being married with two children, Tanaka is said to have developed a close relationship with Nagano after working together on the 2021 film Soshite, Baton wa Watasareta.
According to the publication, Tanaka has been seen visiting Nagano's apartment, staying overnight on multiple occasions, and the pair has been spotted checking into hotels together, intensifying speculation about the nature of their relationship.
Pics from Kei Tanaka and Mei Nagano's secret dates leaked
The tabloid also published photos of Kei Tanaka entering Mei Nagano¡¯s apartment on April 19, along with older images that appear to show the two holding hands and embracing, reportedly taken on Halloween.
The photos have quickly made waves across Japanese social media, with fans reacting in shock and disappointment. Many have expressed concerns about Kei's wife and kids, pondering how this controversy would affect them. Meanwhile, some users are also worried about Mei's future, as the young actress was presumed to be the next big thing.
Shukan Bunshun repoted the affair of Tanaka Kei (40) and Nagano Mei (25). The two met while working together in a movie in 2021. They started dating last September.
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Korean actor dragged into Kei Tanaka and Mei Nagano's scandal
Adding fuel to the fire, the tabloid also reported that Mei Nagano might be involved in a romantic relationship with a younger Korean actor, Kim Moo Joon, her co-star in the TBS drama Caster.
According to the tabloid, Nagano has allegedly invited Kim to her home on several occasions, sparking speculation about a possible second romantic entanglement.
Kim Moo Joon denies affair rumours with Mei Nagano
After being dragged into the ongoing scandal involving Kei Tenako and Mei Nagano, Kim Moo Joon cleared the air and denied his romance rumours with the actress.
Kim's agency, 9ato Entertainment, as reported by Chosunbiz, said, "Moo Joon Kim and Mei Nagano are just close colleagues."
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