Diamond tycoon Chu Dang Khoa arrested, Ha Ho's reaction is surprising.

News of "diamond tycoon" Chu Dang Khoa's arrest in South Africa for his involvement in a transnational wildlife trafficking ring is attracting significant public attention.

Besides information about his business activities and legal allegations, this individual's past in Vietnamese showbiz has also unexpectedly been brought up again, especially his controversial connection with singer Ho Ngoc Ha. However, amidst the frequent media coverage of Chu Dang Khoa's name, the female singer has remained silent.

According to international sources and conservation organizations, Chu Dang Khoa was arrested by South African authorities on charges of involvement in a network smuggling rhino horns and tiger bones from Africa to Asia. Investigators believe this is a large-scale transcontinental wildlife trafficking ring. He was previously wanted for allegedly orchestrating a robbery to smuggle a large quantity of rhino horns onto the black market.

Chu Dang Khoa, born in 1982, is known in business circles as the "diamond tycoon" and spent a long time living and doing business in South Africa. For many years, his name has not only been mentioned in the gemstone business but has also frequently appeared in stories outside of Vietnamese showbiz.

Notably, around 2015–2016, Chu Dang Khoa became the focus of public attention when he was involved in a romantic scandal with Ho Ngoc Ha and singer Maya. At that time, many intimate photos of the female singer and the businessman were circulated on social media, causing rumors of a romantic relationship to explode.

At that time, news that Ho Ngoc Ha and Chu Dang Khoa were spotted being intimate at a bar in Ho Chi Minh City caused a stir in public opinion. The man allegedly "dating" the female singer was quickly identified by netizens and was revealed to be a diamond tycoon in South Africa.

The controversy intensified when Chu Dang Khoa's wife also spoke out on social media, making the relationship a topic of discussion for a long time. Many debates erupted, with numerous criticisms directed at Ho Ngoc Ha, leading to a strong backlash from a segment of the audience.

Amid public speculation, Ho Ngoc Ha clarified her relationship with the businessman, asserting that they were just ordinary friends. However, the debates surrounding the story continued for quite some time before gradually subsiding.

After the tumultuous period, Ho Ngoc Ha continued her artistic activities and focused on her career. Meanwhile, Chu Dang Khoa's name gradually appeared less frequently in stories related to showbiz. Therefore, when news spread that this businessman had been arrested in South Africa, many people were surprised to recall their past connection with the female singer.

However, up to this point, Ho Ngoc Ha has not made any statements regarding Chu Dang Khoa's case. On her personal social media platforms, the singer continues to update her life and work activities as usual, without mentioning the story that is currently attracting attention.

This silence sparked discussion among some netizens. Some suggested that this was the singer's usual way of handling controversies unrelated to her current situation. Others argued that her relationship with the businessman had ended many years ago, so her silence was understandable.

In fact, over the years, Ho Ngoc Ha's life has changed considerably. The singer focuses on her family and artistic activities, rarely mentioning the controversial romantic relationships of the past. Therefore, her choice to remain silent about Chu Dang Khoa's arrest is also seen as a move to avoid prolonging the old controversy.

Ho Ngoc Ha hails from Quang Binh province. After 20 years in the entertainment industry, Ho Ngoc Ha remains a name of public interest – not only for her career but also for the lifestyle she chooses and shares daily. On her Instagram page with over 4 million followers, the singer constantly updates authentic moments: from Tet holiday with her family to her journey of self-discipline in preparing for international shows.

Ho Ngoc Ha and her husband, actor Kim Ly, have twin children, Lisa and Leon. In February 2026, the whole family enjoyed a skiing vacation in Japan. The twins adapted so quickly that she happily shared that they are "better than their father and mother already."

Kim Lý frequently accompanies her in her daily life, from morning yoga sessions to family outings. Despite her busy schedule and work, Hà Hồ maintains the habit of cooking breakfast for her children herself and spending time with her Swedish mother-in-law. She builds her family life around three main principles: education rooted in Buddhist principles, fostering independence from a young age, and connecting with nature.

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