aespa Viral Edit Sparks Strong Reactions Over “Scandals”

aespa is facing backlash after a viral AI-generated video summarized the group’s “scandals” using their new song “LEMONADE” with altered lyrics.

The controversy began when the video was shared on X, highlighting issues like the past release “Rich Man,” Winter’s dating rumors with BTS’s Jungkook and the couple tattoo controversy, tone-up cream debates, plastic surgery allegations, and more.

Fans quickly reacted, with the original tweet gaining over 7,000 likes. Many pushed back against the video, criticizing the use of AI and calling out the misogyny behind the so-called scandals. They pointed out that many of the issues mentioned were common in the industry and not unique to aespa.

this video proving that their “scandals” is them just facing a bunch of misogyny
— ْ (@makeulemonade)

Their “scandals” being alleged plastic surgery, tone up cream and dating, which every single person in this industry does/has done
— (@uchinagayu)

imagine using ai to mock girls + it’s shitty and corny
— sesame ♡ i take my drama straight (@ningyiwife)

scandals but all the lyrics are misogynistic hater slop produced by an ai, y’all gag at anything but then hoot and holler over “OUT of spotify global”
— 레모니 (@phamnatural)

“Scandals” and it’s all just a bunch of nothingburger crap that got blown out of proportions only cause kpop stans hate aespa
— anna ִ ࣪𖤐 II (@sparktosolar)

Since debut, aespa has faced numerous controversies, but fans argue much of the backlash stems from a hate campaign against the group.