SM Entertainment Faces Backlash Over aespa’s Winter Health Condition Misrepresentation

Winter of aespa Temporarily Withdraws from ‘GQ NIGHT’ Event

On December 5, 2023, SM Entertainment issued an official announcement regarding Winter, a member of the popular girl group aespa. The statement indicated that Winter would be unable to participate in the ‘GQ NIGHT’ event due to flu-like symptoms.

SM Entertainment emphasized their commitment to prioritizing Winter’s health and announced plans to adapt her future engagements as necessary. They expressed a desire for fans to understand and support the decision made for the artist’s recovery.

Controversy Arises Over Health Status

However, this statement has sparked controversy, especially following a report from news outlet TopStarNews, which claims that Winter is actually dealing with a leg injury. This discrepancy between the agency’s communication and the media report has raised eyebrows among fans, who are now urging SM Entertainment to clarify the situation.

aespa Winter — Winter of aespa performing at FNS Music Festival

Recent Performances and Upcoming Events

Prior to her current health challenges, Winter and her group aespa delivered an impressive performance at the famed FNS Music Festival in Japan, sharing the stage with other prominent boy groups such as TVXQ! and NCT DREAM. Their captivating display won over many local fans.

Looking ahead, aespa is slated to perform alongside other artists from SM Entertainment at the upcoming SMTOWN LIVE 2025 concert. This highly anticipated event is set to take place on January 11–12 at Seoul’s Gocheok Sky Dome, providing a significant platform for the artists involved.

For ongoing updates, you can check the original sources from Nate and TopStarNews.

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