Speculation is once again swirling around BTS’ Jungkook and aespa’s Winter, as eagle-eyed netizens claim that the two idols may be sporting matching tattoos, potentially adding to long-standing dating rumors.
In recent days, a post on the Korean community site theqoo has gained a lot of attention, featuring images purportedly showing similar tattoos on Jungkook AND Winterboth located near the elbows. As the topic quickly gained traction, the original post attracted over 1,000 comments, sparking heated debate among fans.
It is not the first time that there have been rumors that the two are romantically linked. Previous “evidence” cited by fans includes phone cases, accessories, and even alleged joint appearances in Japan. While none of these claims have been proven, they have continued to fuel curiosity and gossip in online forums and social media spaces.
However, many netizens oppose the new tattoo theory, pointing out that the tattoo is applied Jungkook it is unclear and inconclusive. Some have also suggested that the image may have been digitally altered or even generated by artificial intelligence, making it unreliable at best.
International fans on platforms like Reddit are echoing similar sentiments, with one reading of the most notable comments “You can always tell when someone is new to K-pop: they fall for every rumor about Jungkook dating.”
So far neither Jungkook nor Winter has addressed the rumors and there is no official confirmation or statement from the respective agencies.
