Fan Goes Viral for Stealing aespa Karina’s Standee in Hilarious Incident
In a moment that’s catching the attention of K-pop fans worldwide, a fan of aespa member Karina made headlines for a bold—and somewhat questionable—action caught on camera. The incident unfolded on May 24, KST, when a post on Theqoo showcased a fan literally grabbing Karina’s life-size standee and making a swift exit from a store.
A video circulating online shows the fan dashing out of the shop with the cardboard cutout in tow, prompting employees to immediately give chase. Whether they were able to catch the audacious fan remains unclear, as the security footage hasn’t been disclosed.
Karina | em>@katarinabluu/Instagram
Reactions to the incident have been a mixed bag, garnering an impressive 85,000 views within just a day on Theqoo. Some viewers found humor in the audacity of the act, while others expressed skepticism about the situation. Comments ranged from disbelief to laughter, with fans chiming in with their thoughts:
"They did that despite the employees being right in front of them? People might think this was made for TikTok.”
“So there are people who actually do the things we only imagined.”
“They really grabbed it and ran. Crazy.”
“I was like, ‘No way that’s happening in Korea,’ but turns out it was abroad lol. Like, there’s no way they’re not gonna get caught.”
“It’s so ridiculously unrealistic, like something straight out of a marketing stunt — that’s what makes it hilarious lol. How can someone try to steal like that so blatantly? Karina out here making people fearless.”
As the story continues to gain traction, it raises questions about fandom behavior and the lengths some are willing to go for their favorite idols. Whether seen as a funny escapade or a misguided stunt, this incident serves as a reminder of the passionate devotion within the K-pop community.
With the video making waves online, fans eagerly await further developments—especially if the mystery of the chasing employees is ever resolved.
