On March 16, Aespa held their final encore concert at the Olympic Soul Gymnastics Arena, concluding their “Synk: Parallel Line” world tour. The group received a warm reception from thousands of fans, filling the place of excitement.
However, Aespa’s winter unexpectedly became the target of the attacks of some extreme fans of BTS (army) after Jungkook participated in the Ecore di Aespa concert on March 16. Despite being covered, Jungkook’s presence of stars attracted the attention of many fans. Currently satisfying his mandatory military service, he probably took a break to participate in the Aespa concert.
Although there were no interactions confirmed between the two artists, some Armys have quickly speculated on a possible relationship between Winter and Jungkook, feeding the items of appointments on social media. As a result, Winter has received a wave of unjustified criticisms and negative comments from those who believed that something was happening between her and the singer BTS.
The controversy has quickly attracted attention online, with many netizen defending winter, claiming that these unfounded speculations not only damage her reputation, but have also made unnecessary pressures on her. Some K-Pop fans have also condemned the behavior of some Armies, underlining that an idol that attends the concert of another artist does not automatically imply a romantic relationship.
Because k-pop fans obsessed with the expedition of real idols … their parents do not provide them with love or what 😂🤣
Imagine if you are over 20 years old and see this tweet, your parents will feel embarrassing
– Monalisa (@dreams_sweet_pi) March 17, 2025
Despite the repercussions, many Aespa and winter enthusiasts intensified to support it, urging people to stop spreading false voices. Some Netizen have also stressed that this is not the first time that female idols have been unjustly targeted when connected to male idols. Like one of the most popular idols of the 4th generation, this is not the first time that winter has been connected to the voices on male colleagues. Previously he was also combined with Jungwon (Enhypenn) and Sungchan (Riizzi).
Starting now, neither winter nor his agency, sm Entertainment, have issued any response on the situation.
