Puppy Tattoo Speculation, Jung Kook Spotted at Aespa Concert During Military Service
사진 확대 BTS’s Jung Kook and Aespa’s Winter. Photo: Star Today DB
As dating rumors swirl around Jung Kook (28, Jeon Jung-kook) of BTS and Winter (24, Kim Min-jeong) of Aespa, both artists’ agencies have remained silent.
Recently, various online communities and social media platforms have been abuzz with alleged evidence supporting the dating rumors between Jung Kook and Winter. Netizens pointed to matching tattoos of three dog faces in similar locations, as well as similarities in shorts, slippers, bracelets, and in-ear monitors. They also highlighted that both idols had manicured their ring fingernails just one day apart, further fueling speculation.
Additionally, reports resurfaced that Jung Kook was seen attending an Aespa concert while serving in the military, adding weight to the rumors. Observers noted that Jung Kook had never attended another girl group concert under Hybe, making this an unusual occurrence.
In response, Big Hit Music and SM Entertainment, the agencies representing Jung Kook and Winter, have declined to comment on the dating rumors and have maintained their silence.
사진 확대 BTS’s Jung Kook and Aespa’s Winter. Photo: Star Today DB
Previously, in 2021, Jung Kook was also rumored to be dating actress Lee Yu-bi. At that time, his agency denied the rumors and clarified the nature of their relationship.
In 2023, Jung Kook addressed ongoing dating rumors by stating, ‘I don’t have a girlfriend. I just want to focus on work. I don’t feel the need to date. Please stop talking about me having a girlfriend. My girlfriend is ARMY. Right now, ARMY is all I have. I feel relieved. Don’t worry.’
Winter also faced dating rumors last December with Jungwon of ENHYPEN, which she swiftly denied. She stated, ‘The person spreading the alleged dating photos contacted a media outlet for financial gain and attempted to reach out to us directly. When the outlet refused to facilitate a tip for money, the individual maliciously distributed the photos. We will take legal action.’
With both Jung Kook and Winter’s agencies remaining silent on the current rumors, some believe this could be seen as an implicit acknowledgment of their relationship.
Meanwhile, Jung Kook, who was discharged from the military last June, is preparing for BTS’s full-group comeback in the first half of next year. Aespa, who held a world tour this year, recently won three awards at the 2025 MAMA Awards: Best Choreography, Best Dance Performance Female Group, and Best Female Group. The group has also announced plans to release a full-length album next year.
This article has been translated by GripLabs Mingo AI.
