Valery Meladze settled his outstanding obligations with the Russian Federal Tax Service amid rumors surrounding a controversial party hosted by blogger Nastya Ivleeva. Reports linking to Life via Shot indicate the singer chose to stay away from the event, not wanting to face public scrutiny, and settled a tax debt close to 1.8 million rubles.
Sources noted that Meladze’s tax liability at the start of December 2023 had surged more than sixfold in a span of three weeks, jumping from about 275,000 rubles to 1,749,326 rubles. It was suggested that his earnings in Russia for 2023 could have reached as high as 30 million rubles through rental income, property management activities, and corporate appearances. (Life via Shot)
The party in question was held at the Moscow club Mutabor on December 20, with a dress code that encouraged guests to arrive in minimal attire. Attendees reportedly included Ksenia Sobchak, Olga Orlova, Philip Kirkorov, Glukoza, Lolita Milyavskaya, Oksana Samoilova, rapper Vacio, and Dzhigan. (Event coverage attributed to Life via Shot)
On December 27, authorities reportedly searched Ivleeva’s offices as part of an audit by the Federal Tax Service, with investigators looking into possible tax evasion charges against the influencer. (Tax authorities and media reports)
In the days following the incident, insiders indicated that Ivleeva’s team and associates were given a brief window to address any remaining formalities with the tax office. (Industry briefings)
Earlier statements from Mutabor regarding Ivleeva’s alleged tax debts gained renewed attention as the broader controversy unfolded, underscoring ongoing scrutiny around celebrity finances and tax compliance. (Mutabor statements via third-party reporting)