aespa member Karina has shared a heartfelt message asking fans not to hurt the people close to her after actress Han Soo Ah received criticism online for publicly discussing their friendship.
On November 11, Karina addressed fans through the messaging platform Bubble, expressing how much her fans, fellow members, family, and friends mean to her.
“I thought a lot about whether I should say this, but MY, my members, my family, and my friends are all very precious to me. I don't want anyone to get hurt,” Karina wrote.
She continued by explaining that her love and appreciation are not limited to one person or group.
“My love doesn't lean toward just one side, and I believe I receive as much love as I give,” she shared.
Karina also expressed gratitude for the support she receives while asking that no one become the target of hurtful comments.
“I'm happy because I receive so much love, and I don't take that happiness lightly. I hope no arrows are directed at anyone. Let's keep seeing each other and sharing our stories for a long, long time,” she added.
Although Karina did not directly mention Han Soo Ah or explain what prompted her message, the timing drew attention because the actress had recently faced criticism from some fans.
On November 10, Han Soo Ah appeared in content released through the There Are Letters Between Us channel, where she spoke about her friendship with Karina.
During the conversation, Han Soo Ah was asked when Karina realized they had become close friends.
According to the actress, Karina initially gave a playful answer before explaining that she had realized how much she enjoyed spending time with Han Soo Ah.
Han Soo Ah recalled Karina saying that even while they were eating together, she was already thinking about what they could eat or do the following day.
“I really like this unnie. We've really become close friends,” Karina reportedly said, according to Han Soo Ah.
Han Soo Ah also explained that she had sometimes avoided mentioning Karina publicly because she worried it might make her uncomfortable.
According to the actress, she once called Karina to check how she felt about being mentioned. Han Soo Ah said Karina responded positively and even shared a photo of them together with a comment.
However, after the interview circulated online, some fans criticized Han Soo Ah for frequently discussing her friendship with the aespa member.
Some accused the actress of using the friendship to attract attention, while reports also noted that her social media accounts had received hostile comments.
These criticisms reflect opinions expressed by some online users and do not establish that Han Soo Ah acted improperly.
Amid the discussion, Karina's message appeared to emphasize that she values both her fans and her personal relationships.
Rather than addressing individual comments or accusations, the aespa member expressed her wish for everyone important to her to be treated with care.
Her remarks have drawn attention for their simple message: she appreciates the love she receives from MY, but hopes that support will not come at the expense of her friends or anyone else close to her.
