Aespa’s Karina shares playful apology after snapping photos with fellow SM stars
Captured from Karina's social media
Karina of girl group aespa charmed fans with a lighthearted post after sharing a series of photos taken with fellow SM Entertainment artists.
On May 13, Karina uploaded multiple images to her social media account with the caption “aespa-deul,” a casual way of referring to her group members. Among the highlights was a snapshot with fellow aespa member Winter, both posing alongside name tags labeled “Seulgi” and “Irene,” hinting at interactions with Red Velvet members. Karina’s choppy bangs and bright expression added a refreshing flair to her look.
Captured from Karina's social media
In a follow-up post, she jokingly wrote, “I had planned to get photos with all the SM TOWN artists, but I ask for your understanding — I’m not very outgoing or diligent,” ending the caption with a string of self-deprecating gibberish to emphasize her regret in a humorous tone.
The post also included pictures with various SM artists, including members of the agency’s rookie girl group Hearts2Hearts, all radiating their signature beauty and charm. Karina’s candid and relatable tone quickly earned praise from fans, who appreciated the behind-the-scenes glimpse into SM Entertainment’s family-like atmosphere.
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