aespa's Winter Shares Heartfelt Acceptance Speech at MMA2025 Amid Dating Rumors with BTS's Jungkook

aespa's Winter expressed her gratitude after winning the 'Stage of the Year' award.

The 'MMA2025' (Melon Music Awards 2025) took place on the 20th at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Guro-gu, Seoul. Member Ningning was absent from the ceremony due to a cold.

On this day, aespa received the award for 'Stage of the Year.' Winter's acceptance speech drew attention as it was her first public statement since being embroiled in dating rumors with BTS's Jungkook.

Winter shared, "In the early days of our debut, performing on stage virtually was daunting and scary. However, performing with fans and audiences brought me joy and happiness."

She added, "I'm grateful for the opportunity to perform happily. We will strive to become artists who bring happiness and energy to others."

Meanwhile, Winter has recently been caught up in dating rumors with Jungkook. Both parties have not released any official statements regarding the rumors.

The 'MMA2025' featured performances by G-DRAGON, Jay Park, 10CM, ZICO, WOODZ, Jennie, Hanroro, EXO, BOYNEXTDOOR, RIIZE, PLAVE, NCT WISH, IDID, ALPHA DRIVE ONE, aespa, IVE, ILLIT, Hearts2Hearts, KiiiKiii, and ALLDAY PROJECT.

Reported by Ji-won Kim, TENASIA one@tenasia.co.kr