Park Bom Accuses Herself of Being a Scapegoat, Dragging Sandara's Name

Kapanlagi.com - The handwritten letter uploaded by Park Bom on Tuesday (3/3/3036) has reignited public discussion. In the letter that is now circulating, Park Bom claims that the Adderall medication that has been associated with her is actually for the treatment of ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder), not a narcotic as suggested by some parties. Park Bom accuses there being an effort to make her a 'scapegoat' to cover up another case.

Here is the chronology of Park Bom's statement. Don't forget to read other news on Liputan6.com!

1. Contents of Park Bom's Letter

"Hello, this is Park Bom. I am writing this because I want to convey the truth directly to you all. How is everyone? I am fine and working hard. I am trying to speak carefully. I am afraid to bring this up, but I feel I must.

I am worried about the Adderall medication that has been referred to as a psychotropic drug. I don’t even want to say it again. I am afraid if this comes up in the news again, it could completely destroy me.

At that time, I felt as if I had died. But now I am gathering the courage to speak. It is not a drug. I am an ADD patient, Attention Deficit Disorder.

Sandara Park got involved in drug issues, and to cover it up, they made me out to be an addict. At that time, there wasn’t even clear regulation in the country regarding Adderall itself, and strangely, the laws were made after the Park Bom incident. There was none before.

To the netizens, I sincerely ask that you investigate the facts as they are.

And finally, what I really want to say: I hope YG Entertainment, Yang Hyun Suk, Teddy Park, and CL do not report to the authorities that Park Bom used medication beyond the prescribed dose, a medication that they themselves have not used for almost 30 years.

I am writing this because it feels like my soul is still holding onto it.
Thank you."

2. Names Mentioned and Sandara Park's Rebuttal

Photoshoot of Sandara Park (credit: Special)

In the letter, Park Bom mentions several related parties: the old label and agency, as well as the names of producers and group mates. The statement touches on YG Entertainment and several figures associated with the 2NE1 era, prompting a swift reaction from the public and other parties mentioned.

A close source to Sandara Park stated that the accusations are unfounded and emphasized that Sandara is concerned about Park Bom's health condition. A brief statement from Sandara's circle requested the public not to jump to conclusions without clear confirmation.

3. Flashback: The Adderall Case (2010)

Selfie of Park Bom (credit: instagram.com/newharoobompark)

The case referred to by Park Bom stems from an incident in 2010 when she was known to attempt to import pills containing amphetamines (Adderall) through international mail and was arrested by customs. At that time, an investigation was ongoing, but the prosecutor decided to give a suspension of indictment after receiving information that the medication was used for treatment purposes; Park Bom was ultimately not sentenced to criminal punishment. Many outlets have reported this historical fact again as the debate resurfaced.

4. The History of Park Bom's Controversial Posts

Park Bom Selfie with Filter (credit: instagram.com/newharoobompark)

In her recent posts, Park Bom also touched on issues of payment reporting and longstanding disputes with former parties. The agency that previously represented or handled her affairs had released a statement that some administrative issues had been resolved, and emphasized that Park Bom needed care and rest due to her unstable emotional condition.

5. QNA on the Park Bom Case

What happened between Park Bom and Sandara Park?

Park Bom sparked controversy after posting a handwritten letter on social media on March 3. In the letter, she revisited the Adderall drug controversy that once ensnared her, and mentioned Sandara Park and several others from her former agency.

What are Park Bom's allegations?

Park Bom stated that the Adderall she consumed was medication for ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder), not illegal drugs. She also accused herself of being made a scapegoat to cover up drug issues that she claimed involved Sandara Park in the past.

Who was mentioned in Park Bom's letter?

Besides Sandara Park, Park Bom also mentioned several parties who had worked with her, including YG Entertainment, label founder Yang Hyun Suk, producer Teddy Park, and her 2NE1 colleague CL.

What was Sandara Park's response?

Close associates of Sandara Park immediately denied the allegations, calling them untrue. They also stated that Sandara is currently more concerned about Park Bom's health condition.

What happened in Park Bom's Adderall case in the past?

In 2010, Park Bom was detected carrying about 80 Adderall pills through international shipping and was held at Incheon Airport Customs. However, after an investigation, prosecutors decided not to pursue the case as the drug was acknowledged to be used for medical purposes.

Why is this old case being discussed again?

Park Bom said she still feels burdened by the controversy and wanted to explain her version directly to the public through the letter she wrote.

Is Park Bom's post still available?

No. The post was deleted from her social media account after it went viral and triggered various public reactions.

6. Profile of Park Bom

Park Bom Selfie in the Car (credit: instagram.com/newharoobompark)

Full name: Park Bom
Date of birth: March 24, 1984
Place of birth: Seoul, South Korea
Profession: Singer
Genre: K-pop, R&B
Active years: 2006 - present

Park Bom is a South Korean singer known as one of the main vocalists of the legendary girl group 2NE1. She debuted under YG Entertainment in 2009 alongside three other members, namely Sandara Park, CL, and Minzy.

Before her debut, Park Bom underwent a long trainee period and is known for her distinct strong vocal color in 2NE1 songs such as I Don't Care, Lonely, and I Am The Best.

After 2NE1 disbanded in 2016, Park Bom continued her career as a solo singer. She released several solo songs, including You and I and Spring, which received attention from K-pop fans.

Besides her music career, Park Bom has also been in the public spotlight several times regarding an old controversy related to Adderall in 2010, which was later discussed again in some statements she made on social media. Nevertheless, she remains known as one of the influential female vocalists of the second generation of K-pop.

(kpl/pit)