aespa Karina’s Instagram Bombarded With Comments From Right Wing Supporters Following Controversy
aespa’s Karina has found herself at the center of a political storm after posting — and quickly deleting — a controversial photo that sparked accusations of showing support for South Korea’s conservative People Power Party.
In the image, Karina was seen wearing red and posing with two fingers up, a combination many interpreted as a subtle nod to the party, which is represented by the color red and the number 2 on election ballots.
aespa’s Karina Deletes Instagram Post After Sparking Huge Unexpected Controversy
The backlash was immediate, with fans flooding online forums to express shock and disappointment. Some argued that Karina, known for her sharp awareness of online trends and public perception, should have known better given the political timing. SM Entertainment quickly stepped in with an official apology, and Karina followed up with a personal message to fans on the private messaging platform Bubble.
aespa Gets Further Dragged Into Political Controversy Despite Karina’s Post Deletion
However, not everyone agrees an apology was necessary.
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Supporters of the People Power Party have now rallied around the idol, flocking to the comment section of her most recent Instagram post — shared five days ago — to share their support and encouragement. While Karina continues to face heavy criticism from some fans, these commenters now claim she is a “national icon.”
- “Let’s vote for candidate #2 and protect Karina, lol.”
- “Left: IU vs. Right: Karina — Karina wins by a landslide!”
- “I support Karina. Sue those people who cross the line with malicious comments!”
- “Absolutely gorgeous, our nation’s little sister Karina, a true national star of South Korea. ”
- “Karina, the patriotic beauty and the most stunning woman in the world. I’m cheering for you. I love you. There was always a reason I felt drawn to you. I kept telling my husband every day how much I liked Karina, and turns out I really do have good instincts.”
- “Patriotic queen Karina”
- “Protect Karina!! Unnie, I love you”
- “As expected, she’s smart and beautiful”
- “Why did you delete the photo~? You looked so pretty~”
- “I support Karina”
Meanwhile, the other side of the internet has not held back either. Many fans have denounced her actions, with some going as far as to label her “a fascist” and unfollow her across social media.
