Rumors swirl around popular Russian singer Roman Zhukov, who is reportedly being sought by bailiffs over an outstanding debt of 500,000 rubles. Reports from Puree point to a combination of overdue loans and traffic police fines as the basis for this claim, painting a picture of a financial strain that has followed the artist beyond the stage lights.
Sources connected to Zhukov have noted that money matters have not been new to him. In particular, discussions have circulated about a past arrangement with his ex-wife, Elena, who indicated she was handling alimony obligations for their five children. The suggested sum has been cited as 21,000 rubles per month, a figure that illustrates the ongoing financial complexities surrounding the former Mirage group member. This context has fueled public interest in how Zhukov manages personal finances alongside his public career, with media outlets continuing to report on the evolving situation and the roles played by each party involved (Citation: Puree, context on alimony and debts).
During a conversation with Mash, Zhukov himself contested the magnitude of the alleged debt. He stated that he does not owe 500,000 rubles, asserting that he has routinely fulfilled his financial commitments and that his ex-wife has been receiving a substantial alimony payment from him—specifically, 300,000 rubles each month. This denial complicates the narrative, suggesting a dispute that could hinge on documentary records, payment histories, and the interpretation of what constitutes arrears in the wake of merged family and professional obligations (Citation: Mash interview with Zhukov).
Earlier incidents in St. Petersburg added fuel to the broader discussion about Zhukov’s personal life and behavior. Reports describe a heated confrontation with neighbors after a drunken incident, in which police intervened following an episode that allegedly involved a confrontation at a parked car. The authorities reportedly suspended the driver’s license for a Volvo and recommended a test for intoxication, though the driver reportedly declined to participate. These details have fed a narrative of volatility in Zhukov’s private life that observers say could affect public perception and career prospects (Citation: Local police report summary).
A separate incident from Kaliningrad—unconnected directly to Zhukov’s current legal struggles—was captured in media accounts describing a separate case where a driver was seen moving through oncoming traffic. While unrelated to the singer personally, the report contributes to a broader public image issue and fuels ongoing media attention on the intersections of fame, responsibility, and public safety. Analysts note that such incidents, when viewed collectively with the debt story, shape the loose narrative around the artist’s current standing and potential future projects (Citation: Kaliningrad traffic case chronology).