On January 29, Shotaro held a live broadcast to communicate with fans. While streaming, several viewers repeatedly posted speculative and malicious comments suggesting he and Giselle were dating. After the comments persisted, Shotaro addressed the issue directly.
“There were strange comments from before, saying things like ‘Are you dating Giselle?’ But there is absolutely nothing like that between us,” Shotaro said. “She is a senior at the same company and a close friend, but we definitely don’t have that kind of relationship.”
He stressed again: “Please don’t misunderstand. I didn’t really want to respond to this kind of thing, but I felt I had to.” His expression of discomfort attracted the sympathy of fans watching the broadcast.
Both Shotaro and Giselle are SM Entertainment artists and share the same Japanese nationality, which led to a naturally friendly relationship. However, Shotaro has now clarified that their relationship is strictly platonic and professional.
His candid response was praised for clarifying false speculation and setting boundaries with respect and clarity.
Sources: Daum
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