Controversy surrounding South Korean TV personality Park Na Rae has taken a surprising turn as attention veers away from the serious illegal medical procedure allegations, now overshadowed by leaked audio involving her and a former manager.
Recently, the YouTube channel “Entertainment President Lee Jin-ho” released recorded phone conversations between Park and her ex-manager “A.” The clips captured the two exchanging emotional support during the early days of the controversy, painting a more complex picture than the original accusations of power abuse suggested.
Lee Jin-ho remarked that the recording “presents a different narrative from the known ‘gapjil’ (power harassment) frame,” casting doubt on the allegations. Some industry insiders believe the leaks seem less like third-party exposés and more like strategic releases intended to influence public perception.
In the recordings, Park is heard initiating the conversation and suggesting a meeting, focusing more on emotional exchange than conflict. This narrative shift has moved the focus from whether Park mistreated her manager to whether the manager’s claims are credible.
Amid this new angle, a far more serious issue has quietly faded from headlines — the “Injection Aunt” scandal, where Park Na Rae was accused of receiving unlicensed medical treatments.
Previously, SBS’s investigative program “Curious Stories Y” spotlighted allegations that Park had received injections from someone without a medical license. Medical professionals interviewed during the broadcast called the substance mix “a dangerous combination never clinically studied,” warning of potential serious side effects. The Korean Medical Association also labeled the case a “clear instance of unlicensed medical practice,” calling for a formal investigation.
This case goes beyond celebrity gossip, raising significant concerns about the normalization of illegal cosmetic procedures in the entertainment industry. Despite this, recent media coverage has centered on leaked recordings, personality conflicts, and narrative disputes — arguably more sensational but far removed from the gravity of unauthorized medical treatment.
As a result, the core issue — whether Park Na Rae participated in or enabled illegal medical activity — appears to be slipping into the background.
Park’s side has claimed that she received “legal treatments from licensed professionals,” but medical experts continue to refute this, and calls for a proper investigation persist. The scandal, while pushed aside by the latest drama, remains unresolved and far from over.
Sources: Nate