Jessica Jung explains airport gagging video, calls it 'misunderstanding'

Former Girls' Generation member Jessica Jung has responded to a controversy sparked by a video taken during her arrival at a Shanghai airport. The clip, which circulated widely on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), showed Jung walking through the airport surrounded by fans.

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It was a misunderstanding. There was absolutely no smell or anything like that.

In the video, Jung appears to glance to her side, briefly cover her nose, and make a gagging gesture. This action quickly led to online criticism, with some netizens accusing her of reacting negatively to the smell of her fans. Comments ranged from "The celebrity walked through the airport, sniffed the fans, and looked like she was going to throw up. Her princess complex is too much" to "Princess syndrome upgraded."

However, Jung addressed the incident during a live broadcast, offering her explanation. She stated that the video was a "misunderstanding" and that there was "absolutely no smell or anything like that." Jung attributed her expression to a "failed attempt at managing her facial expression," suggesting it was an overreaction.

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My expression might have been exaggerated. It was a failed attempt at managing my facial expression.

She further elaborated that she was surprised when a fan mentioned it was their birthday and revealed they were 21 years old. "I was surprised because they were so young," Jung explained, implying her reaction was one of surprise rather than disgust.

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A fan said it was their birthday yesterday. When I asked how old they were, they said 21. I was surprised because they were so young.