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Park Bom Faces Fan Backlash and Makes Instagram Account Private Amid 2NE1 Exclusion Demands
According to TenAsia on the 17th, Park Bom's second account is now private, making her posts inaccessible. This move comes after some fans, upset by her self-initiated dating rumors, officially demanded her exclusion from 2NE1 activities.
Previously, Park Bom had sparked rumors by posting a photo of actor Lee Min-ho on her account, referring to him as her "husband." She had previously posted similar content in September last year and again on the 12th, using hashtags like "my husband" and "my husband again ♥" which drew significant attention. Park Bom's representatives told TenAsia that it was merely a "simple happening."
However, on the 15th, she posted another photo of Lee Min-ho, stating, "Yes, Lee Min-ho is my husband," and claimed, "The company deleted the post," further shocking fans.
In response, the 2NE1 Gallery Fan Union released an official statement on the 15th, demanding Park Bom's official exclusion from 2NE1 activities. They cited her ongoing SNS controversies, repeated unprofessional behavior during tours, and actions on stage that were hard to justify as health-related. They argued that these issues have surpassed the point of being tolerable.
They added, "While a single mistake can be forgiven, repeated impulsive actions are a betrayal to both the 2NE1 members and the fans who have waited over a decade. Park Bom's self-centered actions negatively impact the group's reputation."
