As the entertainment industry becomes increasingly sensitive to the recurring "political color controversy" during election season, a few stars have drawn attention by revealing their voting certification photos in a thoroughly neutral and cautious manner ahead of the 21st presidential election. They have completely excluded colors, poses, and phrases that evoke specific political parties, exemplifying the 'controversy-blocking certification shot'.

Yim Siwan, perfect block with 'monochrome + only the eyes revealed'

Singer and actress IU conveyed her voting certification news through a fan communication platform, stating, "I voted early yesterday." The photo she shared showed her visiting an early voting location in Yongsan, where she covered most of her face with a dark-colored check shirt, a gray bucket hat, and a white mask. Not only did she style herself to completely exclude any political colors, but she also encouraged fan participation by saying, "Early voting is until 6 p.m. today!"

So Yoo-jin, simplicity with only 'the voting location'

Actress So Yoo-jin posted a photo of only the early voting location in Seocho-gu, Seoul, on her personal social media story. Her decision to simply capture the voting location gained more attention amid controversies surrounding certain celebrities supporting specific candidates. It is noted that this method of participating "quietly and without words" focused on the essence of voting.

Yim Siwan, conveying a message with 'monochrome fashion + ink stamp'

Actor Yim Siwan posted a photo on social media on the day of the official voting. He appeared in a monochrome style with a black top and a white inner shirt, holding up his hand with the voting stamp visible to show he exercised his right. The photo, taken with part of his face covered by his hand, also seems to convey an intention to completely block any 'political interpretations'.

Sunmi, concise with only the guide sign

Singer Sunmi succinctly shared a photo of a guide sign reading '3 voting locations' on her social media story. She did not expose her face, fashion, personal information, or any political messages. It appears she was mindful of the rigid atmosphere that spread across the entertainment industry following the political color controversy surrounding Karina.

Kim Yoon-a, defusing 'symbolic colors' with black and white photos

Jaurim vocalist Kim Yoon-a posted a black and white photo with the message, "Let's vote and share on Instagram!" He captured his early voting participation in a colorless manner, conveying a message distant from political colors. The fact that the members of Jaurim were also shown working together in black and white reflects a consistent commitment to neutrality.

Park Bo-young, all the way to a white heart… 'the standard certification photo'

On the day of voting, actress Park Bo-young uploaded a certification photo to her social media story without any colors or explanations. The completely monochrome atmosphere of the photo left no room for political interpretations, and the white heart emoji she sent to her fans indicates a proactive effort to guard against 'color controversies'.

Yoon Eun-hye, thoroughly covered with hat and sunglasses... completing neutral fashion

Yoon Eun-hye, a former member of Baby Vox, also encouraged voting participation by posting a certification shot at a polling place in Nonhyeon-dong. By carefully covering her face with a white top, beige pants, hat, and sunglasses, she completely excluded any political colors. Choosing a deliberately plain color and pose, Yoon Eun-hye drew attention for her thoughtful voting participation.

In an era sensitive to political neutrality, stars are exercising the value of a vote more cautiously and thoughtfully. Their restrained messages serve as good examples of 'mature voting certification that anyone can do'.

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