A newly released BTS dance practice video has unexpectedly reignited one of K-pop’s most persistent dating rumors, with fans once again debating whether Jungkook and aespa’s Winter share a matching tattoo that allegedly fueled speculation about a romantic relationship.

The rumor first gained traction last year when online communities began circulating claims that Jungkook and Winter had similar markings near their elbows. Some netizens interpreted the alleged similarities as evidence of a possible “couple tattoo,” quickly turning the theory into one of the most discussed dating rumors involving the two idols.

Despite a lack of concrete evidence, the topic has continued resurfacing across social media whenever either star appears in new photos or videos.

Now, the conversation has returned after BTS uploaded a new dance practice video featuring Jungkook.

Rather than fueling the rumors, however, many fans believe the footage does the exact opposite.

Shortly after the video was released, screenshots and clips of Jungkook wearing a black T-shirt began spreading across online platforms. Fans pointed to several moments where his arm and elbow area appeared visible, arguing that there was no sign of the tattoo that had been cited in previous rumors.

The images quickly went viral, with many ARMY members declaring that the long-running speculation had finally been debunked.

One widely shared post jokingly proclaimed, “Jungkook no elbow tattoo [CASE CLOSED],” reflecting the confidence many fans now have that the alleged matching tattoo simply does not exist.

The renewed discussion highlights just how closely fans continue to scrutinize every public appearance involving major K-pop stars. Even brief moments in a dance practice video were enough to reopen a debate that has lingered online for months.

Neither Jungkook nor Winter has ever publicly addressed the tattoo claims, and there has been no official confirmation of any romantic relationship between the two artists. As with many celebrity dating rumors, much of the speculation has been driven by fan theories, screenshots, and interpretations of visual details rather than verified information.

For many observers, the latest video serves as another reminder of how quickly rumors can gain momentum in the age of social media—and how difficult they can be to put to rest completely.

Still, the release has prompted a fresh wave of reactions from fans who believe the evidence now strongly favors the idea that the so-called “couple tattoo” was never real to begin with.

While the debate is unlikely to disappear entirely, Jungkook’s latest appearance has given supporters new ammunition in their efforts to shut down one of the most talked-about rumors connecting the BTS superstar and aespa member Winter.