Aftermath of Drunken Live Broadcast: BoA Apologizes, Jun Hyun-moo Faces Backlash, Park Na-rae Earns Praise for Graceful Response
The consequences of a controversial late-night livestream featuring BoA and Jun Hyun-moo are still unfolding, stirring public backlash and prompting a formal apology. While BoA has taken responsibility for her remarks, Jun Hyun-moo has remained silent, and Park Na-rae, the unexpected target of the incident, is being lauded for her composure.
The Drunken Livestream Controversy
On May 5, BoA and Jun Hyun-moo hosted a live broadcast on social media to engage with fans. Both appeared intoxicated, sharing candid conversation and casual physical closeness, which quickly drew attention online.
Things took a turn when a viewer asked Jun Hyun-moo about possibly dating Park Na-rae. BoA jumped in with, “They’d never date,” and, “He’s too good for her.” Her comments, made while Park Na-rae wasn’t present, sparked criticism for being disrespectful and inconsiderate.
BoA addressed the controversy on May 7 through her fan community, “I sincerely apologize to everyone discomforted by my careless words, actions, and immature behavior during the May 5th live broadcast. I’ve personally apologized to Park Na-rae for making inappropriate remarks in her absence and am grateful for her understanding.”
She added, “I’m also sorry to fans who’ve supported me for so long. I’ll reflect deeply on this incident and strive to mature, remembering the weight of every word and action.”
Despite BoA’s public apology, Jun Hyun-moo has not made any statement. Fans expressed disappointment, leaving comments like “You were embarrassing while drunk,” and “We expected better,” across his social media platforms.
Park Na-rae Earns Praise For Her Mature Response
Meanwhile, Park Na-rae, though not involved in the livestream, became the subject of it. Park Na-rae, though an unwitting victim, accepted BoA’s apology gracefully, earning praise as “the big-hearted person.” Her gracious handling of the situation has earned widespread praise.
While she carried on with her professional duties, she was notably absent from her scheduled appearance on MBC Standard FM’s** ‘Son Tae-jin’s Trot Radio’** on May 8. The program issued a notice, “Park Na-rae’s appearance today was canceled due to personal circumstances. We apologize to listeners. The show will air at 12:20 PM as planned with DJ Son Tae-jin.”
According to OSEN, her absence was due to health issues. Her agency confirmed, “She couldn’t attend due to poor physical condition, with no other reasons involved.”
The incident has drawn sharp attention not just for the controversial comments but also for how the involved parties are handling the aftermath. BoA’s swift apology and Park Na-rae’s dignified response have helped calm some of the uproar. Still, Jun Hyun-moo’s silence is becoming increasingly difficult for fans to overlook. As the situation continues to unfold, public opinion will likely hinge on whether he chooses to address the controversy at all.