Recently, Bae Doona went live to have an open and candid conversation with fans. Appearing in front of the camera with minimal makeup and a natural look, she freely shared updates about her recent daily life.
Much of the conversation was devoted to her small shopping adventures.
Bae Doona held up her recent purchases one by one for the camera and jokingly confessed, “I lost control and bought some pants and a bag.” She even brought a green bag close to the camera to proudly show it off, revealing the approachable side of a top star who was completely at ease with her fans.
However, after the livestream ended, posts focusing on changes in her appearance began spreading across online communities and social media, overshadowing the warm interaction itself. Some viewers commented that her face appeared somewhat puffy on camera or that her wrinkles looked more noticeable.
Public reaction to the discussion has been divided, with many expressing disappointment over the excessive focus on her looks.
Netizens commented, “She was simply sharing her everyday life without trying to dress herself up, so it’s unfortunate that people are only picking apart her appearance,” “It was probably just the lighting and camera angle, but people are judging her way too harshly,” and “It was nice and relatable seeing her casually show off what she bought, but somehow the attention ended up going in a completely different direction.”
Technical factors such as the close camera distance, the upward-facing angle and the lighting conditions of a livestream could all have affected how she appeared on screen. Nevertheless, what began as a lighthearted moment in which Bae Doona bonded with fans over her spontaneous shopping spree has largely been overshadowed by scrutiny of her appearance, leaving a bitter aftertaste.
Sources: Naver