Park is one of the most popular South Korean celebrities in the Philippines, where she is known by fans as the Pambansang Krung-Krung (National Crazy Personality). She is considered an influential figure in the Korean Wave, and has been called the "BoA of the Philippines," in reference to South Korean singer BoA who also experienced great success abroad.\n', '

In 2004, Park released her first EP, Sandara, which sold over 100,000 physical copies, making it the only album by a South Korean artist to be certified platinum by the Philippine Association of the Record Industry. She acted in several Philippine films between 2004 and 2007, including Bcuz of U, for which she won the award for Best New Actress the 21st PMPC Star Award for Movies.\n', '

In 2009, Park debuted as a member of 2NE1 with the single "Fire," which immediately catapulted the group to fame. She also released her first Korean single, "Kiss," featuring fellow 2NE1 member CL, in 2009. The group\'s hiatus beginning in 2014 allowed Park to focus on her television career, co-hosting the South Korean variety show Two Yoo Project Sugar Man, and appearing as a judge on the Philippine talent show Pinoy Boyband Superstar. She also acted in several web series, including 2016\'s Dr. Ian, for which she won Best Actress at a Korean web festival.\n', '

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