Sandara Park is facing renewed backlash after participating in a dance challenge for ATEEZ’s “Bad,” as netizens resurfaced a 2025 admission where the 2NE1 member confessed to dating a 14-year-old while she was 19. According to reports from Koreaboo, the controversy stems from a previous YouTube video in which Park admitted to lying about her age to initiate the relationship.
Sandara Park’s ATEEZ “Bad” Challenge Sparks Online Outcry
The conflict began when Sandara Park and fellow 2NE1 member Minzy posted a video on Instagram performing the chest-pumping choreography from ATEEZ’s “Bad.” While the technical execution of the dance received positive feedback, the visibility of the post triggered a wave of criticism regarding Park’s personal history.
Users on X (formerly Twitter) quickly shared clips and screenshots of Park’s past admissions. According to social media posts cited by Koreaboo, netizens are reminding the public that Park previously detailed a “love story” involving a minor, which many now characterize as predatory behavior.
Did you know? The “Bad” challenge by ATEEZ has become a viral trend across K-pop, with numerous idols and stars participating in the choreography to promote the group’s GOLDEN HOUR_Part5.
The 2025 YouTube Confession and Public Reaction
The current backlash is rooted in a specific incident from 2025. On her own YouTube channel, Park admitted she had lied to a 14-year-old to date him during a time when she was 19 years old. This admission has led critics to label her actions as “creepy,” with some social media users calling her a “pedophile” in posts shared on X.
Impact of Digital Footprints on K-Pop Idols
According to the reports, the backlash specifically targeted Park, while her collaborator Minzy remained a bystander to the controversy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Sandara Park being criticized now?
Park is facing criticism after a recent Instagram video of her doing the ATEEZ “Bad” challenge prompted netizens to reshare her 2025 admission about dating a 14-year-old when she was 19.
What did Sandara Park admit on YouTube?
According to Koreaboo, Park admitted in a 2025 video that she lied about her age to a 14-year-old boy so that she could date him while she was 19.
Who is ATEEZ and what is the “Bad” challenge?
ATEEZ is a K-pop group whose song “Bad” from GOLDEN HOUR_Part5 features a specific chest-pumping dance move that has become a popular social media challenge.
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