aespa Karina’s Instagram Proves Shocking Impact Of “Conservative” Controversy
aespa‘s Karina continues to face noticeable fallout from her recent political controversy.
As the situation unfolds, it appears the star’s social media presence has taken a significant hit, particularly on Instagram, where her follower count has steadily declined since the incident.
The controversy began when Karina posted a set of Instagram photos that sparked heated debate online. The photos, seemingly ordinary at first glance, were met with strong reactions after eagle-eyed netizens associated several details with South Korea’s conservative right-wing party.
Many interpreted the post as an expression of political support, which is considered a sensitive subject for K-Pop idols due to the industry’s traditionally neutral stance on political matters.
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The backlash was swift, especially among Korean netizens. Many expressed disappointment, saying her post lacked consideration, particularly during such a critical election period. Some international fans also joined the discourse, voicing discomfort and concern over the implications of her actions.
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As a result, Karina’s Instagram account began to reflect the growing criticism. Before the controversy, she had around 24 million followers — a testament to her widespread popularity. However, within hours of the issue gaining traction online, her follower count dropped by 200,000.
The number has continued to decline in the days following, with her current total now sitting at approximately 23.7 million — a loss of around 300,000 followers in total. On May 30 alone, more than 77,000 people unfollowed her.
In response to the controversy, Karina issued an apology. However, instead of calming the situation, her statement was seen by many as lacking sincerity. It remains to be seen whether the star’s image will recover from this massive hit.
