Kim Heechul receives backlash for being rude after Ningning says she doesn't care about looks when it comes to men

Heechul's question after a statement made by aespa's Ningning has made viewers and netizens frown.

Aespa's Ningning, Karina, and Winter appeared as special guests on the latest episode of the popular talk show 'Knowing Bros' that aired on June 10. On this day, the cast members were surprised by Ningning's vast improvement in speaking Korean.

The members talked about various topics, and one of the conversations was whether a guy's looks are important when dating. Heechul asked all three girls, "Do you look at a guy's looks or not?" and Ningning immediately responded, "I don't."

Everyone was doubtful of Ningning's answer and protested against her answer. That is when Heechul decided to speak up.

He blurted, "Young Chul has the best personality among us," and implied to ask her if she would date him or not. Ningning responded with, "Oh really? And..." making everyone laugh.

Once the episode was broadcast, many viewers voiced their displeasure regarding Heechul's comments. They took issue with him asking indirectly if Ningning would date Kim Young Chul while simultaneously implying that the comedian falls short in terms of physical attractiveness.

Netizens gathered in an online community to express their opinions on this matter and commented, "Why is Heechul asking that to a girl born in 2002?" "He's basically saying Kim Young Chul is ugly. That's rude," "That question is being both rude to Ningning and Kim Young Chul," "And? What does he expect? He's being rude to both of them," "Why is he being like that to Kim Young Chul?" "Ningning was hilarious though," "Ningning's so cute saying 'And?' to Heechul's question. That's what I wanted to say too," and "I really can't stand Heechul. He's so rude."