Chinese netizens criticize Park Bo Gum for allegedly offensive CF

Park Bo Gum is being targeted by Chinese netizens for allegedly offending the Great Wall of China. 

The issue arose from a scene of Park Bo Gum's sportswear CF that was revealed earlier this year. The controversial scene captures Park Bo Gum playing the go board game against a person named 'Great Wall of China.' Currently, the actor's victory over the Chinese opponent is gaining criticism. 

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Some offended Chinese netizens commented, "He's trash," "It's time for Chinese media to take action. Ban Koreans from Chinese broadcasts," "Our nation before (Hallyu) stars," and more. 

Currently, numerous Chinese media outlets are making headlines out of Park Bo Gum's "offensive action" from the CF. Unfortunately, it seems like Park Bo Gum has become a victim of international tensions.