From BLACKPINK's Lisa to aespa's Winter and even BTS' V and Jimin - 'Golden' boy Jungkook seems to be dating them all
Lisa is gearing up to drop the music video for her track Dream, starring Japanese actor Sakaguchi Kentaro. The teaser has already stirred buzz, with fans speculating about her past relationships and the possible inspiration behind the song - and, somehow, Jungkook's name has found its way into the mix.
Why is BTS' Jungkook being linked to BLACKPINK's Lisa?
The Dream poster quickly caught attention for one detail in particular - the couple rings. Soon after, netizens began resurfacing 2019 photos they claimed showed Jungkook and Lisa wearing matching ones. Some even noted visual similarities between Jungkook and Sakaguchi Kentaro, Lisa's co-star in the video.
All good things must come to an end. DREAM // premiering 2025.08.13 11pm ET pic.twitter.com/XHG9egif16
Once a massively popular ship,"Liskook" is now making an unexpected comeback in 2025. Fans will find out more when the full Dream music video drops on August 13 (EST).
Liskook's wearing couple rings on 2019 https://t.co/iJXqxpAP55 pic.twitter.com/shPKVvVg8L
All the dating rumours linked to BTS' Jungkook
Not just Lisa, over the years, Jungkook has found himself at the heart of countless dating rumours - most sparked by fan speculation, social media buzz, and so-called "evidence" that often boils down to coincidences, blurry snapshots, or misread interactions.
On occasion, he's tackled these rumours head-on, usually with a playful or humorous response, reiterating that he's not dating anyone and remains focused on his career.
Here's a breakdown of some of the biggest dating rumours:
Kim Taehyung (V)
One of the most talked-about ships in the K-pop world, "Taekook" - also known as "Vkook" - has been at the centre of fan speculation for years. Whispers of a romance between Jungkook and V have only grown louder with every lingering glance, playful tease, and moment of unspoken connection caught on camera.
Their chemistry is so undeniable that it has fuelled countless theories, edits, and fanfictions, with some insisting there's more to their bond than meets the eye. In a twist that only deepened the intrigue, the ship name itself was coined by the two youngest members of BTS.
Yet, despite the frenzy, neither Jungkook, V, nor their agency, Big Hit Music, has ever confirmed anything - leaving the "Taekook" mystery burning brighter than ever.
aespa's Winter
Rumours tying Jungkook to aespa's Winter sparked from claims of shared items, overlapping hangout spots, and appearances at the same events. However, fans were quick to poke holes in the narrative, noting that most of the so-called "evidence" was purely circumstantial.
*Jungkook goes to the aespa concert* 'he's dating winter'; *Jk wears a Ralph Lauren's cap* "he's dating winter';*Jk has nail polish* 'he's dating winter'; *Jungkook creates an ig acc* 'he's dating winter'…ATP I have to take a doberman so I can dating jungkook too
Adding to the buzz, some online sources alleged that Jungkook attended an aespa concert and was seen in a VIP section - though this has never been officially confirmed.
Park Jimin
Speculation surrounding Jungkook and fellow BTS member Jimin - better known to fans as "Jikook" - has been a constant in the fandom for years. With no official confirmation or credible evidence, most believe the rumours stem from their deep friendship, forged through years of living and working side by side.
Their bond only strengthened during their military service, where they enlisted under the buddy system, and after their discharge, they reunited on screen to film Are You Sure?! season 2 together.
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