Aespa recently became the target of a major hate train after their ‘Rich Man’ performance on Good Morning America went viral. Netizens and K-pop fans alike dragged the group for their lacklustre performance and lip syncing. Aespa also faced criticism for the lack of energy and stage presence. However, they recently performed at The Jennifer Hudson Show, and it looks like the group vastly improved after taking all the feedback. Read on to know more.
Fans Praise Aespa’s Improved Performance At The Jennifer Hudson Show
Aespa’s recent performance of ‘Rich Man’ at The Jennifer Hudson Show showcased a noticeable transformation from their Good Morning America one. This time, the girls sang the song live with minimal backing track, and the choreography also looked sharper and more synchronised. The overall performance was amplified by backup dancers, and most importantly, the improved camera work elevated the performance.
Aespa’s Rich Man performance clip again went viral on social media, except this time it was met with praise and compliments. Netizens on Korean discussion forums like thequoo and pannchoa talked about how good the group is at live singing and noted how strong their stage presence has gotten since last time.
International fans also shared their positive reactions by flooding social media with positive comments about the group’s professionalism. Many praised the girls for bouncing back from criticism so quickly, with some calling the performance “a reminder of why aespa belongs on the global stage.
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The Group’s Recent Activities
Aespa recently released their mini-album titled Rich Man on September 5, 2025, featuring a lead title track with the same name. A remix of the song featuring Iranian-Dutch singer Sevdaliza was released on September 12, 2025, along with a full English version. The group also recently concluded its Synk: Aexis Line concert and is currently promoting its album in the United States. Their upcoming stops for the concert include Japan, Thailand, Hong Kong and China.
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