Aespa Karina takes over ‘WATERBOMB 2025’ stage solo; netizens share mixed reactions – find out what happened

Karina of aespa took the stage solo at WATERBOMB 2025, performing her song ‘UP’ and group hits. While many fans celebrated her appearance and performance, online reactions were mixed. Some K-netizens criticized her for apparent lip-syncing during a significant portion of her performance, while fans defended her citing technical difficulties and the challenging outdoor conditions.