Giselle is addressing months of speculation surrounding her appearance. During an Instagram Live on June 6, the aespa member responded directly to a fan question about her weight, offering a candid perspective on the conversation that has followed her for years.
“Honestly… you know, you all talk a lot about my appearance,” she said during the livestream. “Honestly, it feels like that’s the only thing you talk about when it comes to me. It’s a natural thing. People lose weight, people gain weight. I’ve gained weight before, I’ve lost weight before. I’ll be honest with you: I lost about 10 kg over the last 7 years and… things like that happen as you age too.”
The comments arrive after months of intense discussion across social media platforms, fan communities, and Korean online forums regarding Giselle’s physical appearance. Photos and performances from spring 2026 prompted renewed concern from some fans, who pointed to her noticeably slimmer frame and questioned whether demanding schedules or industry pressures may have contributed to the change.
At the same time, the discourse exposed a contradiction that has followed the singer since aespa’s debut in 2020. During the group’s early years, Giselle frequently faced criticism from online commenters who argued she did not fit the rigid beauty standards often associated with K-pop. As her appearance changed over time, the conversation shifted in the opposite direction, with many expressing concern that she had become too thin.
That cycle of commentary appears to be at the heart of Giselle’s frustration. Rather than focusing on rumors or speculation, the singer framed her weight loss as a gradual change that occurred over several years, emphasizing that fluctuations are a normal part of life.
The discussion comes during a major commercial moment for aespa. The group is currently promoting Lemonade, which is projected to debut inside the top 10 of the Billboard 200. The album’s title track also recently earned aespa their first-ever entry on the UK Singles Chart, debuting at No. 95 and marking another milestone in the quartet’s international expansion.
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