In a recent clip capturing a brief exchange between aespa's NingNing and RIIZE's Shotaro during the KBS 2023 Music Bank Global Festival, the idol community is buzzing with mixed reactions.
The Viral Encounter
The incident occurred on December 15 during the festival, a prime opportunity for fans to witness interactions between idols from different groups. However, what might have been perceived as a friendly gesture between labelmates has stirred controversy.
"Looks like SM Entertainment's male idol fans are still delusional, thinking that female idols of the same label are after their oppas. I still remember what they did to Sulli and Taeyeon. History is really repeating itself."
"Isn't she just greeting him?"
"You can't even tell if she's actually 'holding' his arm, and yet you're all bashing NingNing. You guys are all insane, LOL. It's really annoying."
As the debate unfolds, the incident raises questions about the scrutiny and expectations placed on female idols, adding yet another layer to the ongoing conversation about idol interactions within the K-Pop industry.
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