aespa’s Giselle is facing controversy after speaking out against swirling online rumors. On July 9, she posted an image of Casper the Friendly Ghost on Instagram with the caption, “Go study or smth.” The post stirred speculation that it was a response to dating rumors involving RIIZE member Wonbin.
Just hours after posting, Giselle deleted the picture, igniting discussions among fans. One fan noted that it was unusual for Giselle to post such a message, stating, “She posted this last night and deleted it in the morning. I think the reason she deleted it is that she posted it just to deliver her message.”
Giselle typically shares promotional content for aespa, making this post stand out for its casual meme style. The fan added, “For reference, her usual posts have short, business-like messages.”
Meanwhile, Wonbin also addressed the rumors, saying during a live broadcast, “There’s nothing to worry about, so don’t worry.”
Fans expressed concern for Giselle and criticized the bizarre nature of the rumors. Many applauded her for directly addressing the issue, with comments like:
“Imagine how absurd this must feel for the people involved, LOL.”
“It was fabricated from the start. There was never even anything to connect them.”
Giselle and Wonbin wearing same pants
Overall, the reaction from netizens ranged from frustration at the rumors to praise for Giselle’s bold response. Many believe that the fans perpetuating these rumors are simply looking for attention.
In a nutshell, both Giselle and Wonbin are making it clear: the dating rumors are unfounded and need to stop.
