Netizens have reacted to the resurfacing of dating rumors involving aespa’s Giselle and TREASURE’s Jihoon, dismissing the claims with clear evidence. This marks the second time rumors about the two idols have gained attention.

The Origin of the Rumors

Earlier this year, rumors began when an alleged photo of Giselle and Jihoon “kissing” went viral. However, the claims were quickly debunked when the image was traced back to an unrelated source. Despite being disproven, the rumors have now resurfaced due to an interaction at the 2024 Korean Grand Music Awards.

The Award Show Incident

On November 17, during the second day of the award ceremony, both aespa and TREASURE were present, with each group receiving awards. During one of aespa’s speeches, the camera panned to Jihoon, who appeared flustered and smiled shyly. This moment was shared online by an account implying that Jihoon’s reaction was connected to aespa, reigniting the previously dismissed dating rumors.

Netizens React and Debunk the Claims

Netizens quickly stepped in to address and disprove the renewed speculation. A fan account clarified that Jihoon’s reaction had nothing to do with aespa but was due to the camera focusing on him for an extended period.

그냥 캠이 자기만 잡아서 부담스러워서
멋쩍게 웃는 거임 억까 ㄴ
입모양 부담스러워 는 잘려서 나감
실제로 옆에 있는 캠이 2-3분 동안 지훈이만 찍음 https://t.co/VWZDfV3gVF pic.twitter.com/4tBwMGhWB1

— 쿄우 (@yoshinor2222) November 17, 2024

“It’s just that the camera was focused solely on him, making him feel awkward, so he smiled shyly. There’s no need for unnecessary criticism.”

“The part where he says, ‘It’s overwhelming,’ was cut off. In reality, the nearby camera filmed Jihoon exclusively for about 2–3 minutes.”

— OP

Another user supported this claim, describing Jihoon’s reaction:

이러고 한동안 저러고 있었음.
내가 다 부담스럽다.저거 찍으면서도 왜 코앞에서 찍으시지? 했는데ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
부담스럽다고까지 말 했다잖아.
아휴 이 놈 또 똥쌀 줄 알았어. 예상했다.
신박한 다른 거 갖고 와.. https://t.co/O9BkrMvKWJ pic.twitter.com/ZZIHNZXVeh

— 솜솜 (@_treasure_love) November 17, 2024

“He was like that for a while afterward. I felt overwhelmed just watching it. While filming, I even thought, ‘Why are they filming so close?’ LOL. They say he even said it was overwhelming.”

“Sigh, I knew this guy would pull something awkward again. Totally saw it coming. Bring something fresh next time, will you?”

— OP

Fans Call for Truthful Reporting

While many fans acknowledge there is nothing inherently wrong with idols dating, they emphasized the importance of not spreading misinformation or twisting the truth. This sentiment was widely echoed as netizens worked to clarify the real reason behind Jihoon’s reaction.

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