Jo In-sung, Park Bo-gum, Jung Hae-in's Past 'Narae Bar' Invitations Re-examined Amidst Controversy

Past scenes from variety shows where actors Jo In-sung, Park Bo-gum, and Jung Hae-in politely declined host Park Na-rae's invitations to her infamous 'Narae Bar' are resurfacing online.

As Park Na-rae faces growing controversies, these moments, once treated as lighthearted comedic bits, are now being reinterpreted in a new light.

Back in 2017, during a phone call on MBC Every1's 'Video Star,' Jo In-sung humorously deflected Park Na-rae's invitation by saying, "It's free to enter, but getting out is..." He then suggested visiting with his parents, creating a playful boundary.

Similarly, in 2017 on tvN's 'Life Bar,' Park Na-rae expressed her desire to invite Park Bo-gum to Narae Bar. Although Park Bo-gum mentioned he would "drop by" at the Baeksang Arts Awards, he never provided his contact information, much to Park Na-rae's disappointment.

Jung Hae-in received even more direct invitations. Park Na-rae attempted to invite him to Narae Bar on stage at the 54th Baeksang Arts Awards in 2018 and through MBC's 'Section TV Entertainment News,' but received no response. Later, in a 2018 episode of MBC's 'I Live Alone,' when Park Na-rae asked if he had refused the invitation, Jung Hae-in responded with a polite "I apologize," showing a cautious demeanor.

At the time, these exchanges were viewed as humorous segments within popular variety shows. However, with Park Na-rae's recent entanglement in legal disputes and allegations, the subtle ways these stars maintained distance are now drawing attention.

Jo In-sung's witty remark, Park Bo-gum's lack of contact sharing, and Jung Hae-in's clear avoidance of a visit are all seen as choices to maintain professional boundaries without direct refusal. They used humor and apparent goodwill but ultimately avoided crossing a line.

Meanwhile, Park Na-rae has announced a halt to all broadcast activities to focus on legal proceedings.

Netizens reacting to the news commented, "As expected from Jo In-sung, Park Bo-gum, and Jung Hae-in, they had great sense," "It was funny back then, but looking back now, celebrities really know how to handle themselves on broadcast," and "Past clips are being re-examined because of Park Na-rae's controversies."