Imagine getting incredibly excited to meet your beloved fans, only to get ambushed by irresponsible sasaengs! That’s what just happened to aespa’s brilliant vocalist, Winter. As she arrived in Shanghai, aespa Winter must face shocking harassment from Chinese sasaeng fans, and it was all allegedly because of her recent false dating controversy. So, what exactly happened to Winter? Here’s a complete update for you.
aespa Winter Faces Harassment from Chinese Sasaeng Fans Due to False Dating Controversy
As the end of the year approaches, it seems that Aespa Winter must overcome various unexpected challenges. It was just yesterday that she finally returned from hiatus but aespa Winter had to face shocking harassment from Chinese sasaeng fans already.
On December 14, multiple accounts on social media X (formerly Twitter) posted disturbing footage of Chinese sasaeng fans approaching aespa Winter with alleged harassment. This shocking incident happened allegedly because of fans’ reactions to the previous false dating controversy between aespa Winter and ENHYPEN Jungwon.
Earlier this week, aespa Winter and ENHYPEN Jungwon were falsely accused of dating, causing controversy that shook the entire Kpop community. However, both agencies of Winter and Jungwon immediately denied the allegation.
But still, this dating rumor triggered quite a backlash among particular sasaeng fans in China.
What REALLY Happened?
aespa Winter flew to Shanghai for the KMS Offline Fansign event on December 15. Despite all the rumors about whether she would attend the event, she eventually joined the other aespa members, boarding the plane heading to Shanghai through Gimpo International Airport.
Unfortunately, once she arrived at the hotel, aespa Winter received a horrifying welcome from the Chinese sasaeng fans.
Several posts on X showed a group of people camped outside their hotel. Then, as aespa Winter arrived, they started aggressively yelling and cursing about the latest dating controversy with ENHYPEN Jungwon.
이래서 중국안갔으면했는데 지금 민정이 계속 따라다니면서 사진찍고 욕하고있다잖아 ㅅㅂ 팬싸고 뭐고 그냥 지금 당장 민정이 다시 귀국시켜라 제발
— ND CH (@NDCH1301) December 14, 2024
민정이가 왜 이런 고통을 겪어야되는데 ㅅㅂ
민정이 중국스케줄 시키지마라#에스파 @aespa#윈터 #WINTER@aespa_official @SMTOWNGLOBAL pic.twitter.com/283nM3XO0N
Not only that, but another video footage showed Chinese sasaeng fans rushing toward aespa Winter and Giselle as they entered the event’s building.
Hours after the hotel harassment incident, aespa Winter was getting ready to enter the venue of their offline fan sign. And yet, things went wrong when someone managed to slip past a staff member and a bodyguard, rushing toward the entrance where Winter and Giselle were walking. Security caught the person and quickly wrestled them away just seconds before Winter and Giselle entered.
this is so scary… someone actually ran fast towards winter and gigi pic.twitter.com/kR9tIHLoI9
— Jazz (@mjkmwntr) December 14, 2024
Winter might have been saved right on time, but fans are upset at SM Entertainment and aespa’s security teams. They accused these two entities of incompetence and failure to protect aespa.
However, as of this time, both SM Entertainment and security company have yet to release official statements.
DREAM WITH US, I NEED YOU TO DO BETTER
— win ??☃❄️?✨ MY WINTER ?? (@aeswinterismine) December 14, 2024
We demand:
1.Investigate the leak and hold responsible parties accountable.
2.Strengthen security and protect the artist.
3. Punish those involved and pursue legal action.
4. Ensure WINTER and AESPA's safety.@SMTOWNGLOBAL @aespa_official
We demand answers:
— TEAM WINTER.CN (@ChinaWinterBar) December 14, 2024
1. Why was hotel info leaked? Who failed in their duty, allowing easy access to the artist?
2. Why did SM China staff and organizers take no action? Why ignore abuse and threats?
We demand:
1. Investigate the leak and hold responsible parties…
Harassment & Dating Controversy Against Winter: Proving aespa Strong Presence in the Chinese Market
Finally, this harassment incident and dating controversy against aespa Winter has only become living proof of the group’s strong presence in the Chinese market.
Chinese fans have long been famous for their powerful support with hints of being possessive towards their favorite idols. Therefore, it is most likely that this harassment against aespa Winter was because of their disappointment in the dating controversy—even when it’s already proven false.
While the incident may be horrifying for fans and aespa members, it only shows how powerful aespa’s name and presence are in the Chinese market.
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