The Influence of BTS Jungkook and aespa Winter Dating Rumors Sparks Interest Ahead of New Album
BTS Jungkook is facing dating rumors drama — but fans aren’t shaken.
The controversy started late 2025 when rumors about Jungkook and aespa’s Winter dating went viral. Some expected Jungkook’s image to take a hit.
Soon after, BTS announced their comeback with new album ARIRANG dropping in March 2026.
Pre-orders for different versions opened recently, and Jungkook’s vinyl version sold out within minutes.
Fans took to Twitter to share the sold-out news:
Jungkook’s ARIRANG Orchid Vinyl sold out just few minutes after pre-orders opened, becoming the first member to sell out!
— Daily JK Praise (@_dailyjkpraise_)
Similar posts popped up on Nate Pann, showing all 9 magazine versions sold out — rumors didn’t hurt sales.
Netizens are debating if the dating news affected Jungkook.
Many say no — it’s just haters making noise.
They pointed out:
- “Even after the dating rumors broke, the magazines that came out still sold out all 9 versions on Weverse. There are tons of fans who just keep stanning regardless.”
- “It’s Jungkook, of course that’s how it is.”
- “Because it’s Jungkook, obviously. nods”
- “As soon as he was announced as the Chanel ambassador this time, the perfume sold out on each country’s official website immediately.”
One fan statement on Nate Pann sums it up:
Real fans quietly keep stanning. It’s only the “I’m quitting the fandom” crowd that’s loud, dramatic, and making a scene.
Jungkook’s fanbase remains solid and sales keep proving it.
