Karina Rings in Her 25th Birthday with Handmade Pottery, aespa Love, and a Whole Lot of Laughter
aespa’s Karina turned 25 on April 11, and the K-pop star made sure to mark the occasion in the most Karina-esque way possible, with creativity, close friendships, and a dash of humor.
In a heartwarming update shared on her personal social media, Karina posted a series of photos showcasing her handcrafted ceramic pieces, captioning them simply, “Hehe, a gift for myself.” The serene setup offered fans a glimpse into her artistic and introspective side, revealing how she spent her special day with quiet joy.
Playful Vibes with aespa Members
Of course, no Karina celebration would be complete without a bit of fun. She dropped a hilariously cropped selfie with Winter, captioned with the cryptic and comical word “Connection,” which immediately delighted fans who adore the pair’s chaotic energy.
Her signature wit continued when she reposted Giselle’s birthday message that read, “Happy birthday, Yoo Ji-min,” by cheekily replying, “Thank you. Wah. The tuna rice was delicious,” alongside a casual selfie. Later, the duo shared a post-gym selfie proudly captioned “Workout complete,” showing they were celebrating the day with endorphins and team spirit.
Ningning also joined the birthday love-fest, calling Karina “my pork belly mat Ji-min” in a throwback post that featured the two members posing in front of the Eiffel Tower. The affectionate nickname and nostalgic photo melted fans’ hearts.
Global Love and What’s Next
Karina’s birthday buzz wasn’t just limited to her inner circle. YouTube Music’s official account shared a greeting, while fans from around the world flooded her feed with birthday wishes such as “Wishing Karina endless happiness” and “May you always be blessed.”
As Karina embraces her 25th year, fans can look forward to seeing her and the rest of aespa on stage at the upcoming Asia Star Entertainer Awards 2025 (ASEA 2025), scheduled for May 28–29 at Yokohama K-Arena in Japan.
Whether through clay, camaraderie, or cardio, Karina’s birthday celebration was a perfect reflection of her charm, artistic, heartfelt, and effortlessly cool.