A legal battle over the earnings of one of Taiwan’s most popular YouTube channels has reached a deadlock. On April 10, 2026, a court-mandated mediation session between former partners Andy (Wang Chong-rui) and Zhang Jia-ning ended in just five minutes with no resolution, according to reports from the Novel Taipei District Court.
The dispute centers on the “CROWD” (眾量級CROWD) channel, which was founded in 2016. At its peak, the channel amassed nearly 2.3 million subscribers, leveraging the comedic chemistry of the couple. However, the professional partnership dissolved following their breakup in October 2024. The conflict highlights the complex legal challenges creators face when blending personal relationships with corporate ownership in the digital economy.
Andy alleges that although the channel generated over 100 million TWD in revenue over six years, he received only 6.95 million TWD. He claims he was eventually “swept out” of the operation. The financial management of the channel was handled by Qunhai Entertainment, established in August 2018. While Andy was registered as a director with a 25% stake, the company was led by Jia-ning’s mother, Zeng Shu-hui, who served as chairperson. Jia-ning and her father, Zhang Guo-long, as well held roles as director and supervisor, respectively.
The legal conflict has escalated into a series of criminal and civil accusations. Zhang Jia-ning and three family members—including her parents and sister—have been indicted on charges including business embezzlement and tax evasion. In a paradoxical turn of events, Zhang Jia-ning, acting as a supervisor for Qunhai, has filed a claim against her own mother, the company’s legal representative.
A primary point of contention is the lack of corporate transparency. Andy contends that Qunhai Entertainment never held board or shareholder meetings during its seven-year existence. He claims his requests to view financial reports were repeatedly denied by Zeng Shu-hui, who allegedly told him to “trust your girlfriend’s mother.” In November 2024, the company held an emergency meeting to remove Andy from his directorial position, later claiming he was merely a “nominee shareholder.”
Despite a court order from May 2025 appointing a professional accountant, Cai Jia-long, to audit the company’s books, Andy’s legal team reports that the process has stalled. While the ruling was finalized on December 29, 2025, after Zeng Shu-hui’s appeals were rejected, the company has reportedly failed to provide the necessary documentation. The requested records include balance sheets, profit and loss statements, tax filings, and bank records from 2018 to the present.
During the April 10 proceedings, Andy and Zhang Jia-ning were represented by lawyers. Zhang’s parents attended in person but declined to answer media questions upon exiting the court. The legal proceedings are set to continue, with all four members of the Zhang family summoned to appear for a preparatory hearing on Monday, April 13, 2026.
