South Korean singer Karina, a member of the girl group aespa, is said to be romantically involved with K-drama star Lee Jae Wook. According to media outlet Dispatch, the two South Korean celebrities are in a relationship, a fact verified by their agencies.

It’s reported that Karina and Lee Jae Wook initially met at Prada’s fashion show in Milan on January 14, where they seemingly hit it off, sparking a close connection between them.

In a recent statement to SPOTV news, Lee Jae Wook’s agency, C-JeS Studio, confirmed,

“The two are now getting to know each other. The actor is filming and as it is his private life, we ask you to treat him with warm eyes and respect.”

Prior to this confirmation, both agencies had taken a cautious stance regarding the dating rumors. Lee Jae Wook’s agency spokesperson mentioned on February 27 KST,

“We’re currently looking into the accuracy of these reports.”

A spokesperson from Lee Jae Wook’s agency, C-JeS Studio, said,

“We’ve just seen the article. We’ll need to check the details before confirming anything.”

Lee Jae Wook, recognized for his roles in acclaimed dramas such as Memories of the Alhambra, Search: WWW, and Extraordinary You, has recently appeared in the K-drama Impossible Heir, which debuted on February 26.

The series is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Meanwhile, Karina stepped into the spotlight with her debut as part of the girl group aespa in 2020. Comprising four members—Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning—the group has captured considerable attention since its inception.