Bora Opens Up About Her “Strong Sister” Image in SISTAR: “I Always Packaged Myself as Bright”

Bora, who is expanding her horizons from singer to actress, shared the honest struggles hidden behind her intense image during her SISTAR days and her determination for her future path.

A new video titled “Bora, I can add a line to my resume now that I’m friends with you. Can I call you at dawn?” was uploaded to singer Jo Hyun-ah’s YouTube channel, “Jo Hyun-ah’s Ordinary Thursday Night.”

In the video, Bora appeared and had a deep conversation with Jo Hyun-ah. Recalling her past as a musical theater major, she shared her serious thoughts on acting, raising expectations for the new sides of herself she will show not only as a singer but also as an actress and entertainer.

The conversation also touched upon her time proving her athletic skills by sweeping all events at the Idol Star Athletics Championships, as well as the intense practice sessions for SISTAR’s powerful performances.

Bora also shared her honest thoughts on the strong and intimidating image the public perceived during her SISTAR activities. While recalling a team atmosphere where members truly cared for one another, Bora caught attention by confessing a surprising personality contrast to the overflowing energy she displayed on stage. She revealed that she realized later that while people only knew her as a bright person, she actually has a darker inner side than anyone else.

Bora explained that while the energetic side she showed on broadcasts was by no means fake, she had been packaging herself with a bright image without even realizing it. After spending time overcoming mental difficulties on her own, Bora expressed her will to reveal her true, honest self. She shared her plans to show her real side through various activities, including variety shows, forming a deep bond with Jo Hyun-ah.

Unlike her bright and energetic stage presence, she spoke candidly about the dark parts of her inner self. Bora confessed the time she spent striving to overcome mental struggles she had to handle alone, expressing her hope to show her true self more transparently through variety shows and other activities.

After sharing her preferred music style and ideas for future solo activities, Bora wrapped up the session by promising a lasting friendship with Jo Hyun-ah.