Aespa’s Giselle Shares Candid Views on Parasocial Relationships Between Fans and Idols
aespa’s Giselle is sparking talk after opening up about her connection with fans and struggles with jetlag.
The controversy began when Giselle posted a long message on Bubble, addressing how fans “romanticize” certain past years like 2016. She admitted she feels that way too — happy and sad because time can’t be reversed.
She wrote about the challenge of staying truly connected with fans over time, especially in their industry. Giselle said even if she doesn’t communicate every day, she’s always thinking of them.
“so hi its 7am basically been awaKe since like 3 i could not fight the jetlag this time i been online alot these days i seen people romanticizing 2016 and i just wanted to say i been like that literally just like since 2016 so makes me happy and sad at the same time lol cuz we cant turn back time and it got me thinKing i wonder in this generation which era or which year you guys would romanticize like 10 years from now i hope we’re a part of it thas all its all gonna be a memory u know what i mean so i hope its a memory you guys will remember and think about often ,, and for that to happen i feel like we should be more in touch w each other so im tryna think of ways that we can do that. cuz its not that easy to rlly rlly be in touch w u guys like actually be in touch… in this genre that we’re in u know? And its not a bad thing or whatever, its just something i been thinking about for a while tho. i dont want u to think like,, if we dont communicate for a couple days that im not thinKing of u guys or liKe not doing things for you guys. but thats the hard part and Like trust i guess we have to build— even when its been roughly 5 years like things are always changing too so.”
Soon after, she clarified what kind of bond she wants with fans. Giselle stressed their connection goes beyond just daily chatting or knowing every detail about each other’s lives.
“nah, nah just idol and fan is different ho. do you really think that? i think the interactions we have together can be more than just that, like i take it with me when i go home too its not just ok work on work off i dont think we need to know every single thing about each other or spend everyday together to have a real connection. I just wanna be there for u i think we’re always together. I really do believe in myself but i want to be real so you guys see everything. Thats all. Just wanted to let you know like a reminder that im thinking about u and am always working on stuff for you.”
Giselle’s final words hit home for many fans:
“I think we’re always together.”
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Fans are reacting strongly to her candid honesty about idol-fan relationships and the pressure of staying connected in fast-changing times. No official statements yet from SM Entertainment.
Watch her full message here: