Just 30 minutes ago, global social networks exploded when a series of international newspapers simultaneously reported that actor Vin Diesel – the famous star of the Fast & Furious series – was suspected of being involved in a financial “mining” ring worth more than 2,000 billion VND. This information immediately shocked fans, because Vin Diesel’s image has long been associated with strength, integrity and loyalty – both in movies and in real life.

According to initial sources, an international investment organization said to be associated with a number of commercial projects and brands that Vin Diesel had cooperated to promote, was discovered to have signs of large-scale financial fraud. Thousands of investors across Europe and the US were “trapped”, losing all their assets in just a few months. The total estimated loss is up to 80 million USD (equivalent to more than 2,000 billion VND) – a huge number that shocked the financial world and the public.

Vin Diesel’s name appeared on the list of “indirect beneficiaries” announced by the investigation team, because he had signed a promotion contract for an energy brand that was said to be closely related to this line. This immediately caused public opinion to “throw stones” at him on social networks. A series of comments appeared with a critical tone:

“So disappointing! I used to think Vin Diesel was the most honest man in Hollywood.”

“A billionaire star, why would he participate in something dirty like this?”

However, the story began to take an unexpected turn when a close source revealed that Vin Diesel had never invested or received shares in the above project. He only signed a short-term image promotion contract, and the use of his image was later exploited by the company beyond the scope of the original agreement.

Immediately after the rumor broke out, Vin Diesel personally spoke up on his personal Instagram page, sharing a short but emotional post:

“I always live and work with honesty. I never accept taking advantage of others to get rich. If someone has used my name for personal gain, I believe justice will clear it up.”

His lawyer also quickly released legal contract documents proving that Vin Diesel only participated in an advertising role and was not involved in any financial or investment activities of this organization. At the same time, the investigation agency also confirmed that he was not on the official suspect list.

The truth was revealed, causing social networks to reverse in just a few hours. A series of fans returned to defend the actor, claiming that he was just the victim of a media conspiracy. One fan commented:

“Vin Diesel always lives true to his values. Anyone who knows him understands that he will never betray the trust of others.”

Some media experts also believe that Vin Diesel being dragged into this scandal is a ploy to attack his reputation, especially at a time when he is preparing to return to the big screen with the new installment of Fast & Furious. This event may have been staged to attract attention or manipulate the investment market – a tactic that is not unfamiliar in the financial – media world.

Up to now, the authorities have officially declared Vin Diesel innocent and not directly related to the fraud. He was completely exonerated, and at the same time expressed deep sympathy for those who suffered losses in the incident.

Although the scandal has been resolved, this incident is still a strong warning for celebrities, that their image – even if only “borrowed” for a short time – can be exploited to cause serious consequences. As for Vin Diesel, this time he has proven one thing: a man’s true strength lies not only in muscles, but also in integrity when facing a crisis.