Karina

Karina

Leader and main dancer of AESPA. Real name: Yoo Jimin. She debuted in 2020 as part of SM Entertainment's 4th generation girl group AESPA, receiving global attention immediately upon debut for her overwhelming visuals and stage charisma.

Profile

• Real Name: Yoo Jimin
• Date of Birth: April 11, 2000
• Nationality: South Korea
• Position: Leader · Main Dancer · Sub Vocalist · Visual
• Agency: SM Entertainment

Key Activities

• Albums: Black Mamba (Debut 2020), Next Level (2021), Savage (2021), Girls (2022), Spicy (2023), Drama (2023), Supernova (2024), Whiplash (2024)
• Endorsements: Global luxury and beauty brands such as CHANEL, Prada, Dior, Clio, Peripera
• Concept: A core character in SM's KWANGYA worldview, along with her virtual self, ae-Karina.

Group Members

• Winter — Main Vocalist · Lead Dancer
• Giselle — Main Rapper
• Ningning — Main Vocalist

K-POP 4th Generation Visual Icon

She is praised for setting a new standard for "girl crush" with her overwhelming expressiveness and cool charisma on stage. The "Drama" choreography spread as a global challenge, garnering hundreds of millions of views in a short period. During the same period, she leads the K-POP competitive landscape alongside other 4th generation girl groups like LE SSERAFIM.

You can find more detailed activity history on the AESPA group page.

Stage Presence and Appeal

Karina's signature is her 'overwhelming visuals and cool charisma'. As a core character in the KWANGYA worldview represented by ae-Karina, she is praised for setting a new standard for "girl crush" with her clear expressiveness and command of group choreography on stage. Performances shown in "Drama", "Supernova", etc., have spread as global challenges.

Fan-attracting Points

• Performance: Command of stage blocking in the center and facial expressions.
• Visuals & Photoshoots: Collaborations with global luxury and beauty brands.
• Worldview: Concept narrative with her ae self.

Where to See Her

You can see her charms through AESPA fancams and performance videos on official channels. It's good to follow the group's activity flow together on the AESPA page.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which group is she in? Leader and main dancer of AESPA. Real name? Yoo Jimin. Debut? 2020.

One-Line Summary

Leader of aespa, recognized as a 4th generation visual icon for her stage presence and visuals. Recommended for fans who enjoy K-POP focused on performance.