Krystal Jung Special Appearance? aespa Shocks With Return of Virtual Self ae-aespa

aespa's virtual avatars, ae-aespa, will return to the music scene with new and improved CGs!

But wait... why are K-pop stans mentioning Krystal Jung?

On Sept. 30th, aespa entered a new music era as the group released the teasers for its 5th mini-album, "Whiplash."

The quartet is set to make a full comeback on Oct. 21st, five months after the success of its first studio album, "Armageddon" in May.

On this day then, its official social media accounts unveiled "Whiplash" concept images starring the return of its virtual avatars, ae-aespa.

For those who aren't familiar with ae-aespa, they are the virtual counterparts of the human members named ae-Karina, ae-Giselle, ae-Winter, and ae-NingNing.

They debuted with the team as an octet in 2020 with "Black Mamba." They live on the planet in KWANGYA and are considered the "hidden members."

After their last appearance in 2023 during aespa's promotion of "Better Things," ae-aespa were back — but they shocked MYs (fandom) with their upgraded looks.

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Contrary to their cartoon-like CGs in the past, they were now in 3D with realistic human features, accurately resembling their human selves.

However, the one who captured the most attention is ae-Giselle, who surprisingly reminded K-pop stans of f(x) Krystal Jung.

The avatar has pink hair and an unconventional eye accessory that resembles the member's recent style but feature-wise especially its nose, face shape, and physique, it was like the former SM Entertainment artist. It almost feels like Krystal is in aespa.

The combination of the two stars' features excites netters and fans as Giselle, since her debut, has always been mistaken as the "little sister" of the f(x) member due to their uncanny similarities.

Interestingly, Giselle and Krystal were also real-life friends!

Here are some of the comments:

• "Giselle looks like Krystal."
• "Now, this is a glow-up."
• "Welcome back, Krystal."
• "Krystal Jung, is that you?"
• "OMG! This ae version is gorgeous!"
• "Giselle or Krystal? They look similar!"

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Written by Eunice Dela Cruz