What Is The Prada Curse? From Kim Soo Hyun To Red Velvet’s Irene, A Look Into The Brand’s Ambassador Problem
Seems like the devil indeed wears Prada.
Prada is arguably one of the most recognizable names in the luxury fashion industry. The brand is known for its leather totes, avant-garde jewellery, and innovative designs, However, the Italian fashion house has also been in the news recently for having a series of bad luck in choosing its ambassadors, specifically in East Asia. It has become a running joke on the internet that anyone who signs that Prada contract is bound to be caught in some career-ending scandal. So, know what this so-called ‘Prada curse’ is all about and who are the celebrities it has struck.
Mei Nagano’s Alleged Affair
The curse’s latest victim, Japanese actress Nagano Mei, a long-time Prada ambassador was recently accused of having an affair with a married man, Kei Tanaka while allegedly also dating a Korean actor. However, despite the accusations Prada has yet to comment on her status as their brand spokesperson but many believe they might drop her because of the controversy.
Zheng Shuang’s Surrogacy and Tax Evasion Scandal
Chinese actress Zheng Shuang, known for her role in Meteor Shower, was involved in a surrogacy scandal where she was accused of abandoning her children born via surrogacy in the U.S. after a breakup. The actress also faced tax evasion charges by the Chinese government. Prada terminated her contract shortly after.
Kim Soo Hyun’s Grooming Allegations
Actor Kim Soo Hyun was dropped by Prada following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with underaged actress Kim Sae Ron. The accusations came to light after the young actress took her on life on Soo Hyun’s birthday. The brand released a statement addressing the ongoing controversy and ended their association with him.
Li Yifeng’s Prostitution Charges
Chinese actor Li Yifeng who once ranked 9th on Forbes China’s Celebrity list, was detained in 2022 for allegedly soliciting prostitution. He confessed to the charges, leading the fashion to sever their ties with him shortly thereafter.
Red Velvet Irene’s Attitude Controversy
Red Velvet’s Irene faced backlash over reports of rude behavior towards a stylist in 2020, the same year the singer signed with Prada. She publicly apologized for the incident on instagram. Following the scandal, there were no further mentions of her association with Prada suggesting that her contract may have ended.
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First Published: April 28, 2025 1:46 PM
