BTS Jungkook’s New Instagram Sparks Even More Dating Rumors With aespa’s Winter 

Dating rumors between BTS’s Jungkook and aespa’s Winter have once again become a trending topic online. Jungkook’s new Instagram account and handle have reignited the conversation.

Earlier in July, the two idols were at the center of speculation after netizens tried to piece together “evidence” suggesting a possible relationship. The claims were largely dismissed as baseless, with supposed proof ranging from matching accessories to their shared passion for working out.

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Now, Jungkook’s new Instagram account has reignited the dating rumors. On July 15, fans were surprised to find that BTS members were suddenly following a mysterious new account under the handle @mnijungkook. Despite the account having no posts, followers quickly assumed it was Jungkook’s because of the group’s long-standing tradition of only following each other on social media.

What truly drew attention was the username itself. Some fans claimed that the “mni” in mnijungkook could be a subtle reference to Winter’s real name, Minjeong, reading it as “MinJungkook.” This quickly caused renewed speculation that the two idols could be romantically involved.

That winkook ship starting to look real…🧍‍♀️ https://t.co/XQfjieKHqN

— 🌧️ (@ggukmisser) July 15, 2025

mnijungkook = minjungkook = minjung = minjeong https://t.co/iZmetysR7L pic.twitter.com/hXko27m8Ww

— leo (@waiting__425) July 15, 2025

Further adding fuel to the fire, fans uncovered that the account was actually created months ago. Its original handle was reportedly @imjungkook, strikingly similar to Winter’s Instagram handle @imwinter.

Jungkook had the same username as Winter and even created it in January which is her birth month 👀#정국 #JUNGKOOK #WINTER #윈터 pic.twitter.com/vtxBVRY5y4

— dailywinkook 🌷 (@dailywinkook) July 15, 2025

OMG WINTER AND JUNGKOOK HAVING THE SAME USERNAME ON IG 🔥#winterkook pic.twitter.com/UKcCVbCK6r

— ra 🐶🐶 (@winkookhere) July 15, 2025

Having the same username before we know that's his acct and then come to aespa concert, he is such supportive boyfriend. Hopefully one day they can openly walk together like other couple. We support you guys no matter what. 🥹#winkook pic.twitter.com/ug755UkTqr

— ra 🐶🐶 (@winkookhere) July 15, 2025

However, Jungkook later went on live to talk about his new account and even reveal the meaning behind the mysterious username. He clarified that the new username simply means “My Name Is Jungkook,” shutting down any circulating theories.

Many fans of both BTS and aespa have since criticized the rumors, calling them a stretch and reminding others to respect the idols’ privacy.

the way these shippers stalk and overanalyze every move of jungkook is getting creepy now we don't drag them enough

— ☆ (@thversaces) July 15, 2025

tbh all the shipping ‘evidence’ doesn’t even make sense. the ideas shippers come up with really get to you all… i wish that someday he’d finally introduce his real girl instead of moping around & letting his fans harass every female idol in existence but never him

— ً (@terybluu) July 15, 2025

see i hope shippers of winter and jungkook stop dragging him out of everything tbfr bc im genuinely so tried seeing them forcing things to connect stupid delusional mofo LET JUNGKOOK LIVE FREE pls https://t.co/ACCrAQO6Vf

— cv | enhatannies (@ikuegguk) July 15, 2025

While Jungkook’s new Instagram account certainly caused a stir, most fans do not see any concrete evidence linking him to Winter. As of now, the speculation remains just that, speculation.