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Billionaire Chen Zhi's Arrest Sparks Chinese Scam Film Controversy

1/25/2026

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A film about a Cambodian phone scam investigation drew attention in China because its executive producer, billionaire Chen Zhi, faces serious allegations.
Chen Zhi was arrested in Cambodia and extradited to China earlier this month on charges of operating a casino, fraud, illegal business operations, and concealing criminal proceeds.
State television broadcast footage showed Chen Zhi's arrival in China, where he appeared handcuffed and hooded.

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A film about a Cambodian phone scam investigation drew attention in China because its executive producer, billionaire Chen Zhi, faces serious allegations.
Chen Zhi was arrested in Cambodia and extradited to China earlier this month on charges of operating a casino, fraud, illegal business operations, and concealing criminal proceeds.
State television broadcast footage showed Chen Zhi's arrival in China, where he appeared handcuffed and hooded.