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.
Related Articles
On the morning of the 21st, aespa members WINTER, GISELLE, and KARINA departed from Gimpo International Airport to Shanghai for their '2025-26 aespa LIVE TOUR-SYNK: aeXIS LINE.' Additionally, their new song 'ATTITUDE' has been chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime 'Kill Aow,' and they have been selected again as advertising models for Lotte Duty Free, launching a campaign with KickFlip and Heart2Hearts.
The Music Awards Japan 2026 will take place on June 13, featuring 78 categories and around 2,000 entries. KenTaro Nakajima and Mei Hata are the ambassadors. Events include a Grand Ceremony broadcast live on NHK and a Premiere Ceremony on TOKYO MX. Voting for entries begins soon, highlighting both artists and creators.
WINTER from aespa has donated a total of 200 million won to the UNICEF Korean Committee and Samsung Seoul Hospital to aid children suffering from conflicts and disasters. This donation aims to support their physical and psychological recovery, reflecting WINTER's desire to give back to the world and help children maintain their dreams and normal lives.
During a live stream, aespa's NINGNING responded to a rude comment about her appearance, asserting that everyone should embrace their natural selves. She criticized the lack of respect shown by those who call others 'ugly' and suggested that instead of insulting, people should focus on enjoying music. NINGNING expressed her desire to be seen positively and acknowledged that some comments stem from immaturity.
Actor Son Kang met Okada Masaki in Paris, sharing photos on Instagram during Fashion Week. They attended the Loewe 2026 Fall/Winter show, alongside other stars. Okada posted a photo with Son and Thai actor Tay Tawan, generating buzz. Son is also considering a role in the new drama 'White Scandal,' potentially reuniting with Kim So Hyun.
On the morning of the 12th, aespa's NINGNING attended an event for the outdoor brand 'DISCOVERY EXPEDITION' at NOTBAD COFFEE in Seoul. She was announced as the new ambassador for the brand, and during a live stream, she surprised fans by revealing her weight as '41kg.'
aespa returned to Korea through Incheon International Airport after their concert '2025-26 aespa LIVE TOUR-SYNK: aeXIS LINE in MACAU.' They have been chosen again as advertising models for Lotte Duty-Free and are launching a campaign with KickFlip and Heart2Hearts. Additionally, they released a new collaboration song 'Keychain' with Anderson .Paak today, showcasing their powerful vocals.
Lotte Duty Free has reappointed aespa as their global model, two years after their initial collaboration. This move aims to leverage aespa's strong fanbase in Japan, China, and Southeast Asia to attract foreign tourists. They plan to launch outdoor ads and digital campaigns featuring aespa and other models in key locations, while also releasing marketing content across 17 stores.
aespa's NINGNING addressed the controversy over her weight comments during a live stream, emphasizing that health is more important than weight. She expressed frustration over how her words were edited to focus on her weight, urging fans to prioritize health and happiness over numbers. NINGNING wants everyone to enjoy life and eat well, regardless of weight.
On the afternoon of the 6th, aespa members KARINA, WINTER, and NINGNING departed from Incheon International Airport to Macau for their 2025-26 aespa LIVE TOUR - SYNK: aeXIS LINE. Additionally, GISELLE is heading to France to attend Fashion Week, and aespa's new song 'ATTITUDE' has been chosen as the opening theme for the anime 'KILL AOW'.
