Karina's Heartfelt Apology to Fans Before aespa's Comeback

On June 9, Karina apologized to fans via the communication platform Bubble, expressing both gratitude and an apology for the long wait. The controversy arose from a social media post where Karina wore a red jacket with the number '2', which raised political suspicions. This coincided with South Korea's presidential election period, known as the 'Rose Election'. Karina later clarified the post, stating that it wasn't her intention, and she would be more mindful moving forward. The article has garnered significant engagement, with comments highlighting the mix-up and Karina's transparency in addressing the situation.