Karina of aespa Gifts '500,000 Won Baccarat Cup' to Jung Jae-hyung, Causing Sold-Out Frenzy... 'Said She Wanted a Mini Bar'

Karina, a member of the girl group aespa, has caused a stir among netizens with her gift of a 500,000 won Baccarat cup to Jung Jae-hyung's YouTube channel, leading to a sold-out frenzy. Amidst the spotlight on Karina's thoughtful gift-giving sense, interest in luxury tableware is also surging.

Recently, a video titled 'Finally Here. The Youngest Guest Karina' was released on the YouTube channel 'Fairy Jae-hyung'. In the video, Karina, born in 2000, appears as the youngest guest on Jung Jae-hyung's channel, showing up with her hands full of gifts. Upon seeing Karina, Jung Jae-hyung exclaimed, 'You're really pretty. I don't usually say this, but your face is as small as a fist,' expressing his admiration.

The atmosphere between the two, initially awkward due to their first meeting, changed with Karina's surprise gift. Karina handed over a red shopping bag, saying, 'I heard you wanted a mini bar, so I prepared this.' She then presented a yellow shopping bag, adding, 'This is a gift for your dog,' which made Jung Jae-hyung break into a big smile.

Jung Jae-hyung, squatting down to open the gift, remarked, 'Karina, being born in 2000 and the youngest guest, brought something like this?' After checking the cup, he expressed his delight, saying, 'It's so pretty. I really needed a low glass like this.' Karina replied, 'That's why I prepared it on purpose,' showcasing her thoughtfulness.

The cup that has become the center of attention is a champagne glass from the luxury tableware brand Baccarat, costing around 500,000 won each, making it a luxury item. Baccarat is a renowned French crystal brand, famous for its high-end tableware used by royalty and nobility. The gift, chosen by Karina with a precise understanding of Jung Jae-hyung's taste, is recognized not just as a cup but also as a valuable high-end interior accessory.

After the video was released, inquiries about Karina's gift flooded in among netizens. Comments included, 'I bought four for 6,000 won and was happy,' 'So thoughtful,' 'How did she know that brand?' 'It looks more luxurious because Karina gave it,' 'Jung Jae-hyung is lucky,' 'Perfect,' 'Jung Jae-hyung got his money's worth,' and more. Many were particularly surprised that Karina, born in 2000, knew about such a high-end brand and chose an appropriate gift.

Meanwhile, on that day, Karina also shared a past controversy. She recalled a time when she was criticized for wearing a red jumper with the number 2 during the presidential election period, saying, 'At that time, I visited Japan with the staff, and it was cold, so I just bought an outerwear to communicate with fans and posted about it. Then I received a message to delete it, and I realized I was very ignorant.'

She continued, 'So I thought I really need to be more aware and study. Anyway, since I threw out a topic, I should take responsibility for it, but it was really hard because the members were affected too.' This candid admission drew sympathy from viewers.

Karina's appearance this time has become an opportunity to showcase her mature side and thoughtful consideration, going beyond just being a variety show guest. The high-end gift she prepared, having anticipated Jung Jae-hyung's taste, has become a hot topic among fans, even sparking interest in Baccarat cups, resulting in unexpected marketing effects.