The aespa idol has apologized for using hurtful slur in the-now-deleted video. (Image via Instagram/aespaofficial)Aespa’s Giselle has finally come out with an apology after being called out for using a racial slur in a video.A behind-the-scenes (BTS) video was posted by aespa’s agency, SM ENtertainment. In the video, Giselle, along with Karina and Ningning, could be seen dancing along to American artist SZA’s song, Love Galore.The issue which infuriated several aespa fans around the world was when Giselle mouthed the n-word that was used in the song. The clip went viral on social media, receiving major backlash.aespresso #Savage (slow)@aespresso_SMIn a now-private video, Giselle did something that genuinely hurt many MYs and non-MYs. It is important to remember that we are humans before we are fans. This is why I believe it is crucial that we address this issue quickly and effectively4:04 AM · Oct 23, 2021127033373In a now-private video, Giselle did something that genuinely hurt many MYs and non-MYs. It is important to remember that we are humans before we are fans. This is why I believe it is crucial that we address this issue quickly and effectivelyIn response to the controversy, SM Entertainment made the video private, without ever addressing Giselle’s hurtful act. Fans around the world have sought an apology from both Giselle and aespa, calling out the artist for her insensitivity. The titular video was a BTS of the jacket shoot for aespa’s “SAVAGE.”aespresso #Savage (slow)@aespresso_SMEven though we are fans of Giselle and aespa, the worst thing we can do is to excuse her actions and brush them under the rug4:04 PM · Oct 23, 20212616304Even though we are fans of Giselle and aespa, the worst thing we can do is to excuse her actions and brush them under the rugaespa's Giselle posts an apology for mouthing a racial slur, says she will be more conscious of her actionsIn a series of tweets from aespa’s official Twitter handle, Giselle came forward and expressed her regret. The girl group's main rapper claimed that she had no intention of hurting people, and got carried away, since her “favourite artist’s song” was being played. The idol concluded by saying that she will be more conscious of her actions from now on.aespa@aespa_officialHello, this is GISELLE.I would like to apologize for mouthing the wrongful word from the lyrics of the song that was playing on-site. I had no intentions of doing it with any purpose and got carried away when one of my favorite artist's song was played. I sincerely apologize.10:45 AM · Oct 25, 202110907361197Hello, this is GISELLE.I would like to apologize for mouthing the wrongful word from the lyrics of the song that was playing on-site. I had no intentions of doing it with any purpose and got carried away when one of my favorite artist's song was played. I sincerely apologize.aespa@aespa_officialI will continue to learn and be more conscious of my actions.10:45 AM · Oct 25, 20217004029623I will continue to learn and be more conscious of my actions.While the n-word is used in several songs, especially by Black artists, using it if one is not Black and has no Black heritage is severely looked down upon. Given aespa’s growing popularity in America, Giselle's inadvertent usage of racial slurs has received severe backlash.The response to the latest apology, though, has been mixed. Many fans are glad that the star has acknowledged her mistake and promised to work on it. However, many others are hailing it as a fake apology, and say that it lacks sincerity.monika shin ❤️🍳 ADD SU RUI QI TO KEP1ER!!!@lovingdsize_pcygiselle apologized 🥺❤️11:29 AM · Oct 25, 20211giselle apologized 🥺❤️Alvina Eka@AlvinaEka10@aespa_official We love you Giselle. Please after that don't be a quite person. MY always miss your laugh11:29 AM · Oct 25, 2021@aespa_official We love you Giselle. Please after that don't be a quite person. MY always miss your laughMany netizens have pointed out that non-black fans are in no position to “accept” the apology, given that neither the action nor the apology were targeted at them.SOOJIN BEST GIRL ❤️🍒@idolpichourlyIn light of recent events I feel the need to reiterate non-black people CANNOT accept Giselle’s apology. She didn’t hurt you. She’s not apologizing to you.11:29 AM · Oct 25, 2021In light of recent events I feel the need to reiterate non-black people CANNOT accept Giselle’s apology. She didn’t hurt you. She’s not apologizing to you.𝐌𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐘🐨@jigu_jelly@aespa_official giselle thank u for speaking up 💗🙏🏽, mys please understand that if you aren’t black then it’s not your apology to accept11:29 AM · Oct 25, 2021@aespa_official giselle thank u for speaking up 💗🙏🏽, mys please understand that if you aren’t black then it’s not your apology to acceptnaad⁴ 🧣||LALISA & EMPATHY ERA@lovesicknaad@aespa_official Kpop stans, let's remember that this apology is specifically for black stans so let's respect their feelings and their decision, i'm sure giselle would appreciate that as well11:29 AM · Oct 25, 20212@aespa_official Kpop stans, let's remember that this apology is specifically for black stans so let's respect their feelings and their decision, i'm sure giselle would appreciate that as wellCultural appropriation and racial insensitivity has a long history in K-Pop. The controversy comes in the wake of several other K-Pop artists being called out for racial insensitivity. BLACKPINK’s Lisa was recently accused of cultural appropriation for wearing box braids, while Stray Kids’ Bang Chan received flak for striking a problematic “Jim Crow” pose.The fact that K-Pop fans are holding their idols accountable for their actions, though, is definitely a step in the right direction.