BTS's Jungkook and aespa's Winter Spark Dating Rumors Amid Silence from Agencies

Rumors of a romantic relationship between BTS's Jungkook (Jeon Jeongguk, 28) and aespa's Winter (Kim Minjeong, 24) have been spreading rapidly, yet both parties' agencies remain silent for the second day.

The dating speculation has been gaining traction on online communities, with fans and media seeking confirmation from both BIGHIT MUSIC and SM Entertainment since the 5th of this month. However, neither agency has issued a statement. Given that Jungkook and Winter are members of top-tier K-pop groups, the potential impact of this dating rumor is significant.

The rumors have been circulating for quite some time, intensifying after Jungkook's military discharge in June, with various clues fueling the speculation.

One of the most notable clues is their tattoos. Both Jungkook and Winter have tattoos of three dog faces on their arms, leading to speculation that these might be couple tattoos due to their similar designs.

Jungkook's attendance at an aespa concert also caught attention. Known for rarely attending girl group performances, Jungkook was spotted at an aespa concert during his military leave, sparking interest in the nature of their relationship.

Additionally, Jungkook's Instagram handle has been a topic of discussion. His current Instagram ID is 'mnijungkook,' which he previously explained as an abbreviation for 'my name is jungkook.' However, some fans speculate that rearranging the 'n' and 'i' could form 'Minjeongkook,' hinting at a connection to Winter.

Reported by Jiye Choi, TENASIA journalist, wisdomart@tenasia.co.kr