Are aespa's Karina, ENHYPEN's Jungwon Dating? Viral Pic Makes Netizens Think There Is Something More Than Friendship

A new viral picture featuring aespa’s Karina and ENHYPEN’s Jungwon has taken social media by storm, leading to widespread speculation about whether there might be more than friendship between the two idols.

The buzz began after both Karina and Jungwon attended Prada’s latest fashion show in Milan, where they appeared as official ambassadors for the luxury brand.

Are Karina and Jungwon dating?

In a group shot from the event, the two were seen standing side by side. Fans quickly dubbed it the as a more than friends interaction with the image sparking countless discussions online. The speculation of Jungwon and Karina dating grew stronger since fellow aespa member Winter is already rumored to have friendly ties with him.Take a look:

Netizens are divided om Jungwon and Karina's dating rumours

One fan captioned the picture, “If Winter is close with Yang Jung Won, does that mean Karina’s close with him too?” fuelling further curiosity among netizens. A fan mentioned, "Karina looks so smol even beside Jungwon ahdjdjfkf ahh cutie hahahah", clearly shipping the two.However, not everyone is convinced there is anything romantic happening. Some comments dismissed the chatter, pointing out that the viral image captured nothing more than a natural moment. “He was just standing like the rest. Karina came for a photo, they made room, and of course she stood in the middle - where else? Afterward, everyone bowed, Jungwon did the same, nothing more!", one user wrote. Another added, “It was just respect, not drama.”Despite these clarifications, the photo continues to circulate widely, with fans debating whether it was simply a coincidence or a hint at a closer relationship. For now, it remains speculation, but the viral buzz around Karina and Jungwon shows no signs of slowing down.