Actress Park Bo Young went viral for her heartfelt reaction to BIGBANG member G-Dragon, after he delivered his emotional acceptance speech during the 16th Korea Popular Culture and Arts Awards.
As reported by Koreaboo, G-Dragon became history at the ceremony for being the youngest individual in the world to have been given the Okgwan Order of Cultural Merit, which is among South Korea's highest awards bestowed on those who have made huge contributions to the development of Korean popular culture and the worldwide spread of Hallyu.
During his acceptance speech, G-Dragon urged fans and artists to not give up despite setbacks, a message that resonated with both celebrities and audience alike.
Park Bo Young shared her initial reaction, voicing how much she was touched by the speech of her senior artist.
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"Hehe, it was meaningful to listen to the seniors' acceptance speeches, and it allowed me to reflect on myself," she said. "I was startled because I always tell people not to dream but to sleep well, but G-Dragon told us to have sweet dreams because those dreams could come true. And it's good to have sweet dreams!"
Her reply went viral on social media in a short while, with numerous fans commending both artists for their genuineness and positivity.
On Nate Pann, K-netizens were impressed with the pure interaction between the two celebrities.
One of the users commented, "A pretty person reacts to pretty words." Another added, "He really does have a way with words, saying that even if the dreams don't become a reality, it's nice to have sweet dreams, so everyone should dream."
Others injected emotional reactions, including, "I hope we can listen to his stories someday off stage," and "I'm getting teary-eyed. He seems like such a good person. I'm glad someone like him is a top celebrity."
Park Bo Young's meeting with G-Dragon provided a rare and instructive moment in Korean pop culture, one in which artists supported each other while assuring the audience of hope and dreams.
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