Kim Tae Rae, a member of the group ZEROBASEONE, faced an unexpected situation recently when he shared a photo of himself making a V sign. Though the incident led to some discussion, fans have generally responded positively, deeming it a "clever move" and a "cute mishap."

The photo was swiftly removed from a fan communication platform due to concerns about potential political misinterpretation. As the Korean presidential election draws near on June 3rd KST, there's a growing industry-wide caution regarding gestures such as the thumbs up or the V sign, which could be linked to political candidates. For instance, the V sign might be seen as alluding to candidate Kim Moon Soo of the People Power Party, who is ranked as number 2 on the ballot.

Following the removal of the post, Kim Tae Rae clarified the situation by stating, "I was advised not to make the V sign because of the timing." However, it was his subsequent remark that garnered praise. He humorously said, "I'll balance it out with my phone color," referring to his blue phone – the signature color of Democratic Party candidate Lee Jae-myung, who occupies the number 1 spot on the ballot. With this one statement, Kim playfully navigated both sides of the political spectrum, inadvertently achieving perfect neutrality.

In the realm of entertainment, celebrities often proceed cautiously during election periods to avoid sending unintended political messages through gestures, colors, or words. Fans, understanding this sensitivity, lauded Kim's quick wit and humor, with many commenting, "It's humorous yet clever."