Karina aespa Faces Costume Issue During Jakarta Concert, Stays Professional
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| Karina aespa faces a costume issue during the Jakarta 2026 concert at ICE BSD but continues performing professionally in front of fans. |
The South Korean K-pop girl group aespa once again captured attention during their concert in Indonesia. A surprising moment occurred when leader Karina experienced a costume issue while performing on stage.
The incident took place during aespa LIVE TOUR - SYNK: aeXIS LINE in Jakarta 2025–2026, held at ICE BSD on Saturday (April 4). While performing the song “Rich Man,” Karina briefly paused to adjust her outfit.
“Thank you for waiting for me while I fixed this. I’m not sure why there’s an issue with this outfit,” Karina told the audience.
Staying Professional Despite the Situation
Despite the unexpected wardrobe problem, Karina continued her performance with high energy. She was occasionally seen holding the back of her outfit to keep it in place, showing her commitment to delivering a great show.
Shortly after finishing her part, Karina briefly ran backstage to receive assistance from staff.
Support from Members and Fan Interaction
The situation was quickly addressed by Winter, who apologized and asked for fans’ understanding. “Karina is having an issue with her outfit, so please wait for a moment,” Winter said.
To keep the atmosphere lively, Winter, along with Giselle and Ningning, interacted with the audience. They even asked fans for recommendations on local foods to try while in Jakarta, which was met with enthusiastic responses.
aespa’s Third Concert in Indonesia
This concert marked aespa’s third performance in Indonesia since their debut in November 2020 under SM Entertainment.
Held at Hall 5–6 of ICE BSD starting at 3:00 PM local time, the show featured special solo stages from each member, allowing Karina, Winter, Giselle, and Ningning to showcase their individual styles and personalities.
aespa is widely known for hit songs such as “Next Level,” “Savage,” “Girls,” “Spicy,” “Drama,” as well as newer releases like “Supernova,” “Armageddon,” and “Whiplash.”
A Testament to K-Pop Professionalism
Karina’s onstage costume issue highlights how unexpected challenges can happen during live performances. However, her ability to handle the situation calmly and professionally further strengthens aespa’s reputation as a seasoned and reliable performance group.
For fans, the moment became a memorable highlight that revealed a more human and relatable side of the idol.
FAQ
1. What happened to Karina during the Jakarta concert?
Karina experienced a costume issue while performing “Rich Man” on stage.
2. Did Karina stop performing?
No, she continued performing professionally and only briefly went backstage for assistance.
3. Where was the concert held?
The concert took place at ICE BSD in Tangerang, Indonesia.
4. Who are the members of aespa?
Karina, Winter, Giselle, and Ningning.
5. What did the other members do while waiting?
They interacted with fans and asked for recommendations on local Indonesian food.
