Actress Park Bo-young dismisses ballot shortage critics as 'strange people'

Actress Park Bo-young has dismissed online criticism and "comment terrorism" directed at her over a ballot shortage during recent local elections, stating the attackers are "strange people" and their actions have no real impact.

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Don't worry.

The backlash appears linked to past remarks Park made during a candlelight vigil for former President Yoon Suk-yeol, where she advised fans to "dress warmly" due to the cold weather. Those advocating for a rerun of the election due to the ballot shortage have targeted Park's social media, interpreting her past comments as politically charged.

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Thanks to you, I gained a lot of strength.

Responding to fan concerns on a communication platform, Park urged them not to worry and expressed that she gained strength from their support. She also conveyed her gratitude to her fans.

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Strange people.

The ballot shortage affected approximately 50 polling stations nationwide on election day, June 3. In one Seoul polling station, protests demanding a rerun delayed the ballot count, with ballot boxes only being removed 35 hours after the polls closed. Election Commission Chairman Noh Tae-ak has since apologized for the incident.

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It doesn't have much of an impact.