aespa‘s Ningning has sparked major concern among fans after sharing a troubling update on social media.
The idol posted a video and photo of herself receiving what seems to be an IV drip on her personal Instagram account, accompanied by a short, sarcastic caption that read, “ha..ha..ha..”
aespa NINGNING Instagram Story Update.
are you okay ningee??!! pic.twitter.com/vn9qvzuFBg
— 윈터얼트 (@wntrult) June 24, 2025
Fans were quick to notice that the photo also included a preview of aespa’s upcoming single “Dirty Work” — leading many to believe the singer is being overworked to the point it’s taking a toll on her health.
The image immediately went viral, with fans voicing their anger and frustration toward SM Entertainment. Many accused the company of pushing the group too hard without sufficient time for rest and recovery. The hashtag #PrioritizeAespasHealth began trending in multiple countries, as fans continue to demand better treatment for the four-member group.
LET AESPA REST SM ENTERTAINMENT YOU SAY YOU’RE GOING TO PRIORITIZE YOUR ARTISTS HEALTH BUT YOU HAVE FAILED AT DOING THAT ONCE AGAIN!
GIVE AESPA A BREAK SM#PRIORITIZE_AESPA_HEALTH
GET WELL SOON NINGNING@aespa_official @SMTOWNGLOBAL pic.twitter.com/1sLeUiXWwN— ໊ (@heartstoaespa) June 24, 2025
LET AESPA REST SM ENTERTAINMENT YOU SAY YOU’RE GOING TO PRIORITIZE YOUR ARTISTS HEALTH BUT YOU HAVE FAILED AT DOING THAT ONCE AGAIN
GIVE AESPA A BREAK SM#Prioritize_aespa_health@aespa_official @SMTOWNGLOBAL
— 윈터얼트 (@wntrult) June 24, 2025
This is not the first time aespa’s busy schedule has come under fire. MYs (aespa’s fandom name) have repeatedly raised concerns over the group’s health, especially as members have been forced to miss events and appearances due to illness.
aespa’s Latest Announcement Sparks Massive Outrage And Concern
After recently wrapping up their second world tour this past spring, aespa is already gearing up for their third tour, expected to kick off later this year, leaving just a few months in between. During this time, they are also preparing for the release of “Dirty Work,” with rumors of an album comeback to follow shortly after.
2025 aespa LIVE TOUR – SYNK : aeXIS LINE –
🖤Day1 2025.08.29(FRI) 8PM
🖤Day2 2025.08.30(SAT) 6PM
🖤Day3 2025.08.31(SUN) 5PM
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WEB 🔗 https://t.co/igl0dtFNgn
APP 🔗 weverse://aespa/notice/27716#aespa #æspa #에스파#SYNK_aeXISLINE#aespa_SYNK_aeXISLINE pic.twitter.com/qc1AFdhnpA— aespa (@aespa_official) June 10, 2025
Fans are now urging SM Entertainment to acknowledge the physical and mental limits of the artists and stop what they call the “exploitation” of aespa. Many are hoping this viral moment will lead to real changes in how the group is managed moving forward.
