Winter is taking a break this weekend. The aespa lead vocalist will not participate during the group’s Japan shows this weekend.
aespa’s Winter To Sit Out Group’s Two-Night Concert In Japan’s Nippon Gaishi Hall
SM Entertainment issued a statement confirming Winter’s absence from aespa’s concerts in Japan.
“Due to Winter’s poor physical condition, we consulted a doctor, and it was ultimately decided that she will not be participating in [aespa’s] Japan concerts on April 29 and 30 at Nippon Gaishi Hall,” it read.
“The concerts in question will be held with only three members: Karina, Giselle, and Ningning,” the statement continues.
SM Entertainment also addressed possible refunds. The company assured that refunds will be offered due to last-minute change in the lineup.
The statement did not share details on Winter’s health condition. However, the aespa lead dancer will rejoin the group in their next promotions. We are hoping for Winter’s speedy recovery so she could reunite with Karina, Giselle, and Ningning soon.
aespa Confirmed To Be First K-Pop Group To Attend Cannes Film Festival This Year
aespa was recently confirmed to attend the 76th Cannes Film Festival. The group is currently the global ambassadors for Chopard and will represent the luxury jewelry brand at the event. Chopard is an official sponsor of the Cannes Film Festival. The upcoming appearance will make aespa the first K-pop group to attend the prestigious film festival.
The 76th Cannes Film Festival will screen numerous South Korean films including “Cobweb” and “Hopeless”. The HBO series “The Idol”, which stars BLACKPINK member Jennie, will also premiere at the event.
aespa recently confirmed their next comeback with their third EP ‘MY WORLD’. The pre-release track “Welcome to MY World” will drop on May 2 followed by the album’s release on May 8, 2023. Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning will then attend the 76th Cannes Film Festival which takes place in Cannes on May 16 to 27, 2023.
