Hollywood‑style Drama: Doze Niu Faces Sexual Assault Charges
It’s a scene straight from a gritty crime movie—except this time, the allegations are real. Dawn-til‑dark, the 52‑year‑old Taiwanese director, front‑and‑center of the cult classic Monga, is accused of sexually assaulting a crew member during a November shoot.
The Nitty‑Gritty
- Victim: Ms. A, a film crew member on the new movie Pao Ma.
- Alleged assault took place after a gathering at Niu’s house, when Ms. A stayed alone on a sofa.
- Her friend took her to a hospital and showed United Daily News photos of bruised arms.
- Ms. A filed a police report this Wednesday. The friend says the incident has drained her, and she’s unable to work again.
- Niu has reportedly messaged Ms. A repeatedly expressing remorse.
The Industry’s Quick Reel
By Thursday, December 6, filming on Pao Ma was brought to a halt. Media tried to contact Niu but received nothing. The story shocked the local film community and wrapped up the project’s production.
Re‑heading History – Not First Time
- 2007: Niu’s TV drama Wayward Kenting hit a controversy when he allegedly kissed actress Janine Chang on the neck.
- Same year: A claim surfaced that he forced actress Ke Huan‑ru to strip naked during a bed scene for What On Earth Have I Done Wrong?!.
Legacy in the 1980s
Despite these heavy headlines, Doze Niu’s signature film Monga remains a landmark in Taiwanese cinema. The movie, starring Ethan Juan and Mark Chao, snagged two Golden Horse Awards in 2010—including Best Actor for Juan.
