A public dispute between Singaporean social media personalities Wendy Cheng, better known as Xiaxue, and Khung Wei Nan, also known as Simonboy, has progressed to the State Courts. The case, filed under the Protection from Harassment Act, involves allegations of harassment and defamatory remarks tied to a charity initiative.
According to The Straits Times report, both parties were scheduled to attend a case management conference on April 17. These proceedings, which are closed to the public, are meant to clarify legal issues and explore possible resolutions before a full hearing takes place.
Dispute Origin: Charity and Social Media Criticism
The conflict began in November 2025 when Ms Cheng publicly criticised Mr Khung’s “Forever Megan Charity,” which he set up in memory of his late daughter, Megan Khung. According to The Straits Times report, she questioned his intentions and personal background in a series of Instagram posts, suggesting he should focus on his own family responsibilities instead of charitable work.
Mr Khung had earlier shared details of the charity’s efforts, including donating supplies and funds to an orphanage in Klang, Malaysia. According to The Straits Times report, his lawyer later issued a cease-and-desist letter accusing Ms Cheng of defamation, false statements and harassment. The claim also involved Peace Street, a social media agency founded by Mr Khung.
Legal Process
Legal experts explain that case management conferences serve as preliminary steps where judges assess the claims and encourage settlements. According to lawyer Ng Kai Ling, such proceedings may involve multiple sessions before advancing to a full hearing.
Case management conferences are an important step in disputes filed under the Protection from Harassment Act. According to The Straits Times report, these sessions help the court clarify the issues, understand each party’s position, and explore whether a settlement can be reached without proceeding to a full hearing. Such conferences may take place several times, especially if the matter is complex or unresolved.
If the case moves forward, both Wendy Cheng and Khung Wei Nan would present their arguments and evidence before a judge. According to The Straits Times report, the court may then determine whether harassment or defamatory conduct occurred and decide on remedies, which could include protection orders, financial compensation, or orders to remove certain online content.
Attendance is also crucial. According to The Straits Times report, if a respondent fails to appear, their defence may be struck out or judgment entered against them. On the other hand, if the claimant does not attend, the case may be dismissed. Depending on the complexity, the judge may deliver a decision immediately after the hearing or at a later date.
Background: Megan Khung Case
The dispute is linked to the death of four-year-old Megan Khung in February 2020, a case that drew widespread attention in Singapore. According to The Straits Times report, Megan suffered prolonged abuse at the hands of her mother, Foo Li Ping, and her mother’s boyfriend, Wong Shi Xiang.
Investigations revealed that she endured repeated physical violence, neglect, and starvation over time. The abuse ultimately led to her death, after which efforts were made to conceal the crime by disposing of her body.
According to The Straits Times report, Foo was sentenced to 19 years in prison after pleading guilty to child abuse, allowing the death of a child, and disposing of a corpse. Wong, who inflicted the fatal injuries, pleaded guilty to culpable homicide as well as drug-related offences, and was sentenced to 30 years’ jail and 17 strokes of the cane.
The case sparked public outrage and discussions about child protection. According to The Straits Times report, Megan’s father later sought to honour her memory through charitable work, which eventually became central to the ongoing dispute.
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