He clarified that they share a purely friendly relationship.
This interaction strengthened trust with his fanbase.
Shotaro of RIIZE has directly addressed dating rumors involving Giselle from aespa. During a live stream on the 29th, while interacting with fans, Shotaro encountered queries regarding the dating speculation. He remarked, "I keep seeing strange comments popping up, and I want to clarify that we aren't in a relationship at all." He highlighted that they are close friends and colleagues, both being from the same agency. Shotaro reassured fans to avoid any misunderstandings regarding their relationship. Both members are idol stars from Japan and have ignited significant interest among fans due to their activities in the Korean music scene.
Shotaro's clarification holds significant importance in addressing fan curiosity regarding interpersonal relationships in the idol world. Given the environment where personal lives can be scrutinized, direct communication from the artist about such rumors is viewed as an essential step toward building trust among fans. As fans react sensitively to dating rumors, Shotaro's proactive approach reflects positively on his relationship with the fanbase. By not just denying the rumors, but also elaborating on their friendship, he has created an opportunity to solidify mutual trust. Additionally, the live stream served as a platform for direct interaction, allowing the artist to respond candidly to fan inquiries, which plays a crucial role in strengthening fandom culture. This mode of communication is expected to serve as a model for other artists in the future.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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