aespa Winter and ENHYPEN Jungwon Dating Rumors Debunked: Agencies Respond to False Claims
Dating rumors surrounding aespa Winter and ENHYPEN Jungwon have been firmly refuted by their respective agencies. The allegations, which spread rapidly online, were revealed to be part of a scheme for financial gain.
Online Controversy Erupts
On December 11, online communities were flooded with photos and videos allegedly showing Winter and Jungwon on a date. The original poster made suggestive comments about future schedules and hinted at possessing more content, fueling speculation among K-pop fans.
Agency Responses to K-pop Dating Rumors
Winter’s agency, SM Entertainment, responded swiftly to the allegations. In statements to several news outlets, they declared, “The dating rumors between Winter and Jungwon are completely false.” The agency further revealed that the photo distributor had attempted to profit from the situation, warning of potential legal action against the spread of false information.
Belift Lab, representing Jungwon, echoed this sentiment. They stated, “The dating rumors are not true,” and emphasized their commitment to protecting their artists from privacy invasions and malicious rumors. This strong stance from both agencies highlights the seriousness with which they view such unfounded claims.
Aftermath and Recent Activities
Following the agencies’ statements, the controversial posts were promptly deleted from online platforms. Both SM Entertainment and Belift Lab have maintained their position, firmly denying any romantic involvement between Winter and Jungwon.
Despite the controversy, both artists have had a productive year. Winter, as part of aespa, has been involved in releasing global hits such as ‘Supernova’, ‘Armageddon’, and ‘Whiplash’. These tracks have further solidified aespa’s position in the K-pop industry.
Jungwon, with ENHYPEN, has also been active, participating in the release of title tracks ‘XO (Only If You Say Yes)’ and ‘No Doubt’. These releases have contributed to ENHYPEN’s growing popularity both domestically and internationally.
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