Karina of aespa continues to expand her presence beyond music, securing a brand ambassador role with Converse and headlining major events like Waterbomb Seoul 2026. She has also gained attention for personal appearances on variety shows, including revealing her refrigerator and reuniting with director Na Young Suk, while fan reactions to her public moments remain widespread. Meanwhile, her group aespa has been involved in lighthearted content, such as a humorous reference to a cow named Karina, and the group celebrated Korea's World Cup victory together in Mexico.