K pop star Karina apologises after relationship goes public Public image on edge as private romance becomes tabloid headline K pop star Karina apologises after relationship goes public By Min-Jae Lee — Seoul, May 29, 2024 When a personal life collides with stardom Lead: Karina Confesses After News of Romance Goes Viral Seoul — Karina, member of the globally popular K-pop group aespa, has issued a public apology after reports surfaced that she is in a romantic relationship. The revelation broke on May 29, 2024, triggering waves of reaction across social media and fan spheres. In a statement, Karina acknowledged