aespa's WINTER has influenza and will miss the concert. The remaining members performed, and WINTER is focusing on recovery.
November/17/2025 12:15
WINTER of aespa has been infected with influenza and will not participate in the performance. The agency SM Entertainment announced on the 16th through their official SNS that "WINTER visited the hospital after the previous day's performance and was diagnosed with a cold and influenza," and "following the doctor's recommendation for sufficient rest, it was judged that it would be difficult for her to participate in the sound check and concert scheduled for that day." The company stated, "We hope you understand that this decision was made with the health and safety of the artist as the top priority," and explained that "the remaining three members are scheduled to participate in the event and performance as planned." They also added, "We sincerely appreciate the generous understanding and unwavering support of our fans." On this day, WINTER did not participate in the third world tour "2025 aespa LIVE TOUR – SYNK : AXIS LINE" held at Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand. KARINA, GISELLE, and NINGNING successfully completed the performance, and the members returned to Korea through Incheon International Airport on the 17th. WINTER is currently reported to be focusing on rest and recovery. aespa is celebrating their 5th anniversary today and is set to release solo songs performed at the third concert. The special digital single "SYNK : AXIS LINE" will include four solo songs from each member, first revealed at last year's solo concert in August. Since it is being released on the anniversary, the songs hold even more significance. All members participated in writing and composing their solo songs, incorporating their individuality and musical colors. From WINTER's delicate vocal charm in the Pop Rock genre "Blue," to NINGNING's calm yet poignant R&B song "Ketchup And Lemonade," GISELLE's refreshing yet fantastical tropical dance song "Tornado," and KARINA's confident and bold hip-hop dance song "GOOD STUFF," the diverse compositions are generating excitement.
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