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: The leak also included other high-profile influencers, most notably Christabel Chua (Bellywellyjelly)
Years after the scandal broke, the Janella Ooi BunnyJanJan incident remains a topic of conversation in Singaporean entertainment circles. Many still refer to it as a prime example of a celebrity overreacting to criticism and trying to silence free speech.
As of 2025, the hype has died down, but the legend persists. Janella Ooi has largely scrubbed her "Bunnyjanjan" past from her front-facing social media. She has moved toward more mainstream modeling and lifestyle content, though her name remains a banned keyword in many local Telegram groups (to avoid repeat leaks).
The "scandal" associated with Janella Ooi emerged in early 2018 when a massive collection of private photos and videos—totaling approximately —was leaked onto the internet. The leak primarily targeted Singaporean influencer Joal Ong and several women he had been in relationships with.
The Janella Ooi Bunnyjanjan scandal will undoubtedly go down in Singaporean pop culture history as one of the most enduring and captivating celebrity sagas of our time. As a cultural phenomenon, it continues to inspire memes, fan art, and watercooler conversations. Love it or hate it, the scandal has become an integral part of our shared cultural lexicon, serving as a reminder of the power of social media to amplify, distort, and refract our perceptions of reality.
Scandals, whether perceived or real, can have significant impacts on individuals' lives and on communities. It's essential to consider these potential impacts when engaging with such topics. Janella Ooi has largely scrubbed her "Bunnyjanjan" past
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On October 26, 2022, Ooi Chuen Wei was sentenced to after pleading guilty to six counts of cheating by impersonation. Fortunately, investigators found no evidence that Ooi circulated the content beyond his own possession, though the damage to the victims' trust was already done.
: An exaggerated regional slang term (predominantly used in Malay and Indonesian contexts online) meaning a historic or heavily discussed viral controversy or leaked material.
The internet in Singapore has a long history of viral moments, internet personalities, and online controversies. When looking at online discussions, keywords like point to the era of early Singaporean blogging, forum culture, and social media influencers. The Rise of Singapore's Blog Culture