On January 22, Son Dam-bi uploaded several photos to his social media account, with the caption: “A memory from 10 years ago. Our team of hair and makeup artists who I still work with now.” He added, “We laughed a lot then, and even after 10 years, we are still together in our seats. We continue to smile together.”
The photos, taken at what appears to be an overseas filming location, show Son Dam-bi posing playfully with her hair and makeup. In one image, a staff member is on her knees fixing her hair while Son Dam-bi playfully poses as if she is grabbing the staff member’s hair, creating a comical and exaggerated scene. Other cuts show the group pointing at each other in a light-hearted and dramatic manner, suggesting a cheerful atmosphere on set.
Son Dam-bi herself emphasized yes “I still work with the same team,” emphasizing the long-standing professional relationship and mutual trust behind the images, rather than any form of disrespect or hierarchy.
However, the post quickly gained attention online due to its overlap with the ongoing one “controversy over abuse of staff power” Park part Hevinvalk to Rarae.which made the public debate on the dynamics between celebrities and staff particularly sensitive.
As the images spread through online communities, reactions were mixed. Some netizens commented on it “without context, the photo could be misinterpreted”, while others defended Son Dam-bi, saying: “If you read the caption and look at the overall tone, it’s clearly just a joke between close colleagues,” AND “It’s only being looked at because of the timing.”
While no charges have been brought against Son Dam-bi herself, the incident highlights how heightened public sensitivity over the treatment of staff can amplify scrutiny of even lighthearted or nostalgic content, especially if shared at a controversial time.
