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Aespa Draws Online Backlash Over Good Morning America 'Rich Man' Performance

Online reaction centers on claims of weak choreography, lip‑syncing, poor audio balance.

Overview

  • The quartet performed the English single on Good Morning America on September 12, with clips spreading widely on X.
  • Posts from viewers criticized stage presence, synchronization, and choreography, with some calling the set a total mess.
  • Several comments alleged lip‑syncing and said the instrumental overpowered the vocals in the broadcast mix.
  • Fans also faulted production choices and SM Entertainment for minimal staging and a lack of backup dancers.
  • The appearance followed the September 5 release of the Rich Man EP, with a Sevdaliza remix and full English version out September 12, as the group continues Asia tour dates and a recording for The Jennifer Hudson Show