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From BTS to first-time voting idols: Stars cast their ballots
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From BTS to first-time voting idols: Stars cast their ballots

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • South Korean celebrities, including members of BTS and actors, cast their votes in the 9th nationwide local elections and parliamentary by-elections.
  • Stars shared their voting selfies on social media, encouraging public participation.
  • Celebrities like Jin from BTS, Jang Young-ran, So Yu-jin, and Yoon Jong-hoon participated, with some voting after international tours or morning runs.

South Korean celebrities exercised their civic duty by casting votes in the 9th nationwide local elections and parliamentary by-elections on Wednesday. Many stars took to social media to share their "I Voted" selfies, urging the public to participate.

Please vote no matter how busy you are.

— Jang Young-ranBroadcaster Jang Young-ran encouraged public participation after casting her vote.

Among the notable figures were Jin from the global sensation BTS, who reportedly voted in Seoul after returning from his world tour. Broadcaster Jang Young-ran posted a photo of her inked finger, encouraging followers to vote despite busy schedules. Actors So Yu-jin and Yoon Jong-hoon also shared their voting moments, with Yoon posting a photo from outside a polling station and writing, "Let's all vote."

Voting complete.

— So Yu-jinActress So Yu-jin announced her vote on social media.

The celebrity participation extended to couples and artists from various fields. Actor couple Jin Tae-hyun and Park Si-eun shared a photo of themselves voting in workout attire after an early morning run. Singer Bada posted a picture from a polling station, expressing hope for a better future shaped by collective voices. Broadcaster Eva Popiel, who is a South Korean citizen, also participated.

Let's all vote.

— Yoon Jong-hoonActor Yoon Jong-hoon urged followers to vote.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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