Dating rumors involving ENHYPEN’s leader Jungwon and aespa’s vocalist Winter have taken social media by storm after a photo of them at a Seoul bar surfaced online. However, both artists and their agencies have strongly denied the claims, labeling them baseless.
SM Entertainment, Winter’s agency, released a statement condemning the circulation of the photo, accusing a group of spreading it with malicious intent. The agency assured fans that legal action will be taken against those responsible. BELIFT LAB, Jungwon’s agency, also addressed the issue, stating, “We firmly stand against any actions that invade our artists’ privacy.”
The viral photo, which shows the two allegedly spending time together, has fueled speculation about a potential relationship. Some online users have interpreted the image as proof of a romantic connection, but both agencies have dismissed the claims outright.
Winter, who debuted with aespa in 2020, is known for hits like Next Level, Savage, and Spicy. Similarly, Jungwon has been leading ENHYPEN since his debut in 2020.
Both artists have reiterated their commitment to their careers, emphasizing that the rumors are unfounded.