Jungwon ENHYPEN and Winter aespa Hit by Romance Rumors, Agencies Confirm No Special Relationship

Kapanlagi.com - Jungwon, the leader of the Korean boyband ENHYPEN, and Winter, a member of aespa, have come under the spotlight after rumors about their romantic relationship spread widely on social media. This speculation began from various claims linking the two, sparking heated discussions among fans. Many are speculating about the existence of a special relationship between them.

In response to the issue, the agencies of each artist promptly provided an official clarification. BELIFT LAB and SM Entertainment firmly denied the circulating rumors, emphasizing that there is no special relationship between Jungwon and Winter. Both agencies also requested the public to stop spreading false information to protect the privacy of their artists.

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1. Rumor Origin

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According to a report from KBIZoom on Wednesday (11/12/2024), rumors about the closeness between Winter of aespa and Jungwon of ENHYPEN emerged from a post on the Korean community forum, Pann Nate. In the post, the author claims that the two idols were seen together at a bar located in the Cheongdam-dong area of Seoul, sparking suspicions that they are in a romantic relationship.

The post included several photos claimed to be evidence of Winter and Jungwon's meeting. In the photos, Winter is suspected of wearing the same outfit seen in her challenge video, reinforcing speculation that she met Jungwon at a bar. Additionally, the post mentions that Winter entered a taxi first, followed by Jungwon, raising the suspicion that they were having a "secret meeting."

A short video showing a man wearing a mask and talking on the phone was also uploaded. Some internet users speculate that the voice in the clip belongs to Jungwon, the leader of the BELIFT LAB group. This topic quickly spread, prompting various reactions from netizens who shared diverse opinions regarding the rumor.

2. SM Entertainment's Rebuttal

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SM Entertainment, the agency representing aespa, firmly denies rumors linking Winter to Jungwon of ENHYPEN. The agency stated that the speculation is completely unfounded.

"The person who spread the photo contacted media outlets with the aim of gaining financial profit, attempting to communicate with us directly," said SM Entertainment in their official statement quoted from Soompi.

Furthermore, SM Entertainment explained that when the media outlets refused to help and said they could not contact the agency for the report, the individual in question then chose to spread the photo with malicious intent.

"We will take legal action," the agency asserted, emphasizing their seriousness in addressing this issue.

3. Response from BELIFT LAB

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The ENHYPEN agency, BELIFT LAB, also provided clarification regarding the dating rumors between Jungwon and Winter from aespa. In their official statement, BELIFT LAB emphasized that the rumors are false and unfounded.

"The dating rumors are not true," said the agency, denying the speculation circulating on social media.

BELIFT LAB also stated that they will not remain silent regarding the spread of rumors that harm their artists.

"BELIFT LAB will take strict action against any actions that violate the privacy of our artists or create or spread malicious rumors," the agency asserted, demonstrating their commitment to protecting the rights and privacy of the artists under their care.

With a firm denial from both agencies, BELIFT LAB and SM Entertainment, the dating rumors between Jungwon from ENHYPEN and Winter from aespa have ultimately been refuted. Both agencies confirmed that the speculation is baseless and they will take legal action against those spreading harmful rumors about their artists.

(kpl/nts)