Actors Lee Jae-wook and Karina of aespa are confirmed to be dating. The two reportedly met at a fashion show in Milan, Italy last month.
On February 27, Lee Jae-wook’s agency C-JeS Entertainment confirmed the reports, saying, “The two are getting to know each other.” SM Entertainment, Karina’s agency, also released a similar statement, saying, “Karina and Lee Jae-wook are getting to know each other.”
The agency added, “The actor is currently filming a drama and it is a matter of his private life, so we ask for your understanding and support.“
The rumors of their relationship started after they were spotted together at a Prada fashion show in Milan last January. Dispatch, a Korean entertainment news outlet, released photos of the two actors sitting together and talking at the show.
Netizens have expressed their support for the couple, with many saying that they look good together. Some fans have also pointed out that they have similar interests, such as fashion and music.
The two actors were first spotted together at the Prada Fall/Winter 2024 fashion show on January 14. They were seen sitting next to each other and chatting.
In photos and videos from the event, Lee Jae-wook is wearing a gray suit and black shoulder bag, while Karina is wearing a white dress and green mini bag.
The two actors were also seen walking together and talking before and after the show.
Lee Jae-wook is a 25-year-old actor who has starred in dramas such as “Search: WWW” and “Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol.” Karina is a 22-year-old singer and dancer who is a member of the K-pop group aespa.
Karina is a 22-year-old singer who debuted as a member of aespa in 2020. The group has since released hit songs such as “Black Mamba,” “Next Level,” and “Savage.”
Netizens have reacted positively to the news of the relationship.
One netizen wrote, “An actor and an idol falling in love at first sight at a foreign fashion show is like a movie.”
Another netizen wrote, “They really look good together.”
A third netizen wrote, “Just watching the video makes me excited.”
Congratulations to Lee Jae-wook and Karina on their new relationship!
