Karina and Lee Jae-wook End Relationship Amid Fan Backlash

The breakup comes weeks after the couple went public, highlighting the pressures faced by K-pop stars in their personal lives.

K-pop star Karina and actor Lee Jae-wook have broken up, just five weeks after confirming their relationship, amid intense scrutiny and backlash from fans.
Lee Jae-wook's agency stated he ended the relationship to focus on work, while both agencies emphasized their continued support for each other as colleagues.
The couple's relationship faced immediate backlash from some fans, including a protest with an electronic billboard at Karina's agency, demanding an apology for 'betraying' fans.
Karina apologized to fans in a handwritten letter on Instagram, promising to work harder and show more maturity going forward.
The incident has sparked discussions on social media about fan culture in the K-pop industry, with many expressing disappointment over the impact of fan behavior on idols' personal lives.