[OSENWORLD] Park Bom, former main vocalist of iconic K-pop group 2NE1, made headlines on August 3 with her unfiltered appearance at the Coupang Play Series halftime show—offering rare proof that her recent selfies weren’t heavily filtered.
During the friendly match between Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United at Seoul World Cup Stadium, all four members of 2NE1—CL, Sandara Park, Minzy, and Park Bom—took the stage for a special halftime reunion performance. The event also marked the farewell match of Korean football star Son Heung-min, making the moment especially emotional for fans watching around the world.
Park Bom, whose selfies have often sparked concern among fans due to her changing appearance, delivered a high-energy performance starting with the hit song “Fire.” Wearing sneakers instead of heels to suit the turf-covered stage, she even took off her Chanel sunglasses mid-performance, fully immersing herself in the moment. Her live renditions of “I Don’t Care” and “I Am the Best” lit up the stadium, reigniting the signature charisma that once propelled 2NE1 to global fame.
Though she regularly shares selfies and personal updates on social media—including moments of rest and news about the group’s reunion—fans have at times expressed disappointment, saying it’s hard to recognize the Park Bom they once knew.
Many have pointed not to cosmetic surgery, but to excessive photo filters and heavy makeup techniques. Park Bom has consistently responded to the speculation, stating, “I don’t use filters,” and “It’s just makeup.”
At the stadium that night, Park Bom’s appearance closely matched her recent photos, lending credibility to her statements. While the fresh-faced charm of her earlier years may have faded, her passion for performance and love for her fans remains as strong as ever.
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