Aespa’s 2025 comeback arrives at a pivotal moment. Fresh off a record-setting 2024 and mid-tour in 2025, they’re at the height of their global influence.

News of K-pop star Karina’s relationship with actor Lee Jae-wook sparked shock and fury among some hardcore fans. Now she’s said sorry.

Aespa made history at Outside Lands, becoming the first-ever K-pop group to perform at the 15-year-old festival. SF Gate Logo Hearst Newspapers Logo Skip to main content ...

Building off the success of their 2024 hits “Supernova” and “Whiplash,” Aespa’s latest single, “Dirty Work (Feat. Flo Milli),” is primed to become the group’s latest chart-topping hit.

K-pop girl group Aespa has been on a roll since their debut in late 2020. Following a year of virtual promotions due to the pandemic, Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning are taking on 2022 full ...