TWICE member Nayeon is facing criticism after joining American singer Charlie Puth on stage during his concert in South Korea. The K-pop star made a surprise appearance on October 11, 2026, performing a duet of the popular song We Don't Talk Anymore. While the performance excited some fans, others questioned her decision to collaborate with Puth, citing controversies surrounding the singer. Clips from the concert have since sparked heated discussions across social media.

TWICE's Nayeon Joins Charlie Puth for Surprise Concert Duet

Nayeon surprised concertgoers when she appeared alongside Charlie Puth during his South Korea concert. The two performed We Don't Talk Anymore, Puth's 2016 hit originally featuring Selena Gomez. Videos of their duet quickly circulated on X, drawing attention from both TWICE's fandom, ONCE, and Puth's listeners.

Several viewers praised Nayeon's appearance and enjoyed seeing the artists share the stage. However, the excitement soon turned into an online debate as some fans began questioning the collaboration. For those already unhappy about rumours of a possible partnership, the performance confirmed their concerns about the artists working together.

Why Nayeon's Collaboration With Charlie Puth Sparked Backlash

Much of the criticism directed at Nayeon stems from Charlie Puth's previous controversies rather than the performance itself. Puth has faced public criticism following comments made by British singer Jade Thirlwall, who previously said she would not collaborate with him. Actress Bella Thorne also accused Puth in July 2025 of spreading misleading claims about their past relationship after she rejected his sexual advances.

Separately, some social media users have labelled Puth a Zionist over his online activity following the October 7, 2023 attacks. These remain accusations and interpretations made by critics, not established statements of his political beliefs. Following Nayeon's appearance, some TWICE fans expressed disappointment and urged the group's management to avoid further collaborations with him.

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Nayeon's Vocals Also Draw Mixed Reactions Online

The controversy was not limited to Charlie Puth's reputation. Several social media users criticised Nayeon's vocals during the duet, with some comparing her performance to Selena Gomez's original recording.

Certain viewers questioned whether the song suited Nayeon's vocal range, while others defended her singing and enjoyed the unexpected performance. The divided reactions added another layer to the discussion, although online criticism does not represent the views of TWICE's entire fandom.

No New TWICE and Charlie Puth Collaboration Confirmed

Before the concert, speculation about a possible collaboration had already surfaced after Puth teased a surprise on Instagram. Fans also noticed activity connecting his post to TWICE-related accounts, raising expectations of a musical partnership.

Nayeon's concert appearance confirmed that the two artists had performed together, but it did not establish plans for a studio recording or official single. As of October 12, 2026, neither Nayeon nor JYP Entertainment had publicly announced another collaboration with Puth. For now, the controversy remains centred on their live duet and the mixed reactions it has generated online.

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