BoA and Jeon Hyun-moo's Surprising Live Broadcast Sparks Controversy
On April 5, singer BoA (보아) and broadcaster Jeon Hyun-moo (전현무) unexpectedly revealed their friendship during a surprise live broadcast on Jeon’s social media account. Appearing slightly intoxicated, Jeon introduced the stream as his 'first live' while BoA, also seemingly under the influence, displayed a relaxed demeanor. The broadcast took a controversial turn when a fan inquired about dating rumors between Jeon and fellow entertainer Park Na-rae (박나래). BoA bluntly stated, 'I don’t think they’re dating; they can’t be.' Jeon, taken aback, asked, 'Why? Is Park Na-rae not good enough?' to which BoA replied, 'No, I mean you’re not good enough.' This comment raised eyebrows, with Jeon expressing concern over the appropriateness of her words. Despite the playful banter, BoA continued to speak candidly, even using strong language during the stream. Fans expressed worry that BoA was making inappropriate comments while intoxicated, but Jeon reassured viewers, stating, 'The important thing is that neither of us is actually drunk. We’re just pretending, so don’t worry.' Following the broadcast, many netizens criticized the duo for their remarks, particularly the comparison involving Park Na-rae, leading to calls for a public apology to her. Previously, BoA had shared her struggles with negative comments online, but this incident has drawn criticism for potentially inviting more backlash. Both BoA and Jeon are affiliated with SM Entertainment and SM C&C, respectively, but neither has commented further on the live broadcast or the ensuing controversy.
