Aespa's Giselle's Unexpected Gesture During Tokyo Concert Sparks Online Buzz
In a recent concert that took place at Tokyo Dome, Giselle, a member of the popular K-Pop girl group aespa, inadvertently became the center of attention. The group, which consists of members Karina, Winter, Ningning, and Giselle, was performing as part of their "SYNK: HYPER LINE" world tour. The two-day concert on August 5 and 6 reportedly drew a staggering 94,000 attendees.
However, amidst the group's historical achievement of being the first fourth-generation K-Pop group to sell out two solo concerts at the Tokyo Dome, Giselle's unexpected gesture caught the attention of many. In a video that quickly went viral, Giselle, after throwing a ball to the audience, seemingly raised her middle finger towards her friends who were in the audience. The gesture, which appeared to be unintentional and in good humor, left Giselle visibly embarrassed. Realizing her action, she dropped to her knees, laughing and covering her mouth.
The incident elicited a myriad of reactions from fans and netizens alike. While many fans found humor in the situation, suggesting that such gestures are common among friends, others had mixed feelings. Comments ranged from appreciating Giselle's genuine nature to questioning her professionalism. One fan commented, "She's so real for this. My girl forgot [that] she's an idol," while another remarked, "This is the Gen Z representation [I'm] looking for."
lmao so giselle doing a middle finger hand sign here bcs apparently her friend are sitting on that section and the ball was hitting someone she is so funny pic.twitter.com/2QncM5qN67 — xo (@aeslayers) August 6, 2023
However, not all reactions were light-hearted. Some online forums picked up the incident, leading to both positive and negative feedback. One user pointed out Giselle's casual attitude, likening it to her dance style, while another seemed indifferent, stating, "Look at how nobody cares because she's unpopular."
In a twist, a fan account later claimed that Giselle had raised her index finger, not the middle one. The fan even provided a hand anatomy image to support the claim, urging others not to spread misinformation. This claim, however, was met with skepticism, with many pointing out Giselle's evident reaction post the gesture.
Beyond this incident, aespa's global popularity remains undiminished. Following their successful stint in Japan, the group is set to embark on a North American and European tour, with performances scheduled in cities like Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Berlin, and London. The "SYNK: HYPER LINE" world tour is set to conclude on September 30 at the Dôme de Paris in Paris, France.
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