Son Ye Jin has unexpectedly found herself at the center of an online debate after sharing a casual food video on Instagram.
The actress, who is known for her elegant public image, uploaded a short clip of herself enjoying a cheese stick, but some viewers focused on the sounds she made while eating rather than the lighthearted nature of the post.
On September 30, Son Ye Jin shared the video with the caption,
“Finally ate.. it’s delicious,” showing herself taking a bite of a cheese stick and stretching the melted cheese into a long string.
Her relaxed reaction offered fans a glimpse of her everyday personality and quickly attracted attention online.
While many viewers found the actress’s casual behavior cute and relatable, others criticized what they described as distracting eating sounds.
The discussion eventually expanded beyond Son Ye Jin herself, with some overseas commenters using the video to make broader comments about Korean dining habits.
Son Ye Jin’s Simple Food Video Sparks Mixed Reactions
The Instagram clip was initially received as a fun and informal update from the actress.
Unlike her carefully styled appearances at public events, the video showed Son Ye Jin simply enjoying a snack in front of the camera.
Some viewers praised the actress for appearing comfortable and down-to-earth.
However, others said they were uncomfortable with the eating sounds captured in the clip and criticized her table manners.
Korean online communities also saw mixed responses.
Some users agreed with the criticism and argued that eating with one’s mouth closed is important, while others felt the reaction was unnecessarily harsh for what was simply a casual social media video.
The debate also crossed into international online communities.
Japanese users reportedly shared the video and some comments criticized the eating sounds while making broader generalizations about Korean and Asian dining culture.
Those comments subsequently became part of the controversy surrounding the actress’s post.
Fans Defend the Actress Amid Table Manners Debate
Despite the criticism, many people defended Son Ye Jin and argued that a short Instagram mukbang should not be treated as a major controversy.
Some suggested that the audio may have amplified the eating sounds, while others pointed out that the actress was simply sharing a relaxed moment with her followers.
The controversy has also highlighted the different expectations placed on celebrities when they share seemingly ordinary moments online.
What was intended as a simple food video quickly became a discussion about etiquette and public image.
Interestingly, Son Ye Jin did not appear to remove the original video following the backlash.
She later continued sharing updates on Instagram, including photographs posted on October 3.
The actress is currently receiving attention for her latest acting project as well. Son Ye Jin recently appeared in Netflix’s “Scandal,” adding to an active period in her career.
For now, reactions to the cheese-stick video remain divided. While some viewers continue to criticize the eating sounds, others see the clip as nothing more than a playful glimpse into Son Ye Jin’s everyday life.
The incident ultimately demonstrates how even a simple social media post from a major celebrity can quickly become a topic of widespread online discussion.
