Karina, the leader of the South Korean K-pop girl group Aespa, known for her "AI-like" visuals, recently shared an anecdote where a foreign woman approached her in public to compliment her and ask for her Instagram, causing a viral buzz among fans.
An unexpected encounter in the store
In an ASMR video for W Korea on YouTube, Karina recounted two stories of street interactions. The second involved a foreign woman who wasn't a fan and, upon seeing her shopping for makeup, approached her to compliment her beauty before asking for her Instagram account. Karina politely replied that she did have one, but was too shy to share it—a modest and adorable reaction that instantly won over the internet.
Enthusiastic reactions from fans
A leading member of SM Entertainment, Karina constantly attracts attention for her charisma. Netizens naturally reacted with amusement and affection, declaring that they too would have "tried their luck" with such beauty. This story reinforces Karina's image as an approachable and relatable idol, further boosting her global popularity.
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In summary, this viral anecdote shows how Karina's magnetism transcends borders, and fans eagerly await her next public appearances full of surprises.
