TAIWAN: As reported by 8 Days, if you frequent Weibo, you might have noticed “Jay Chou Macau” trending on March 11. Many assumed the Mandopop star had announced a concert in the city, but then speculation emerged that the 45-year-old had accumulated a massive gambling debt in Macau.

The rumours originated from Chinese media reports claiming a “super A-list male star” had lost his entire fortune—1.03 billion yuan (S$189 million)—during a week-long gambling spree at Wynn Palace.

Allegedly, he had to mortgage three luxury properties and a private jet to settle his debts. Some netizens speculated that the celebrity in question was Jay Chou.