Rumors of a relationship between BTS’s Jungkook and aespa’s Winter have resurfaced yet again, reigniting online debate and drawing mixed reactions from fans and netizens.
The speculation, which has surfaced multiple times in the past, is rooted in alleged “lovestagrams,” overlapping schedules, and matching items. Recently, attention was drawn to something Jungkook wore during a livestream—netizens claimed it matched an item Winter had been seen with, fueling the fire once more.
“He knows about the rumors,” some fans commented, referring to Jungkook’s seemingly self-aware behavior in subsequent livestreams. He reportedly said he wouldn’t be going live for the next few days following his November 4 broadcast. Shortly after, a photo began circulating online showing someone—allegedly Jungkook—standing by a window at Chrome Hearts in Aoyama, Tokyo.
The uploader of the photo claimed they spotted him while taking client photos. Notably, aespa are also currently in Tokyo as part of their SYNK: aeXIS Line World Tour, which added further fuel to the rumors. The concert venue is less than two miles from the Chrome Hearts store, and not all aespa members were seen departing Korea publicly, leading fans to speculate about secret plans.
Despite the swirling rumors, many fans have focused instead on concerns over privacy violations. Images of Jungkook taken during private moments—some by people who aren’t even fans—have circulated online without consent. Critics argue that such invasive behavior has crossed the line and should be condemned rather than used as supposed evidence of a relationship.
While some believe the timing and location suggest something might be going on, many netizens have expressed fatigue and frustration over the constant rumor mill. For now, no official statements have been made by either HYBE or SM Entertainment.
As with all unconfirmed celebrity relationships, it’s best to treat the claims with caution and respect the idols’ privacy until proven otherwise.
Sources: Koreaboo
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