Haha, the well-known Korean singer and entertainer, is trending online after sharing a funny and relatable story about meeting aespa’s Karina for the first time. His candid remarks, shared during the latest broadcast of KBS Cool FM Haha’s Super Radio, have become a viral sensation.

Haha’s Starstruck Encounter with Karina

Haha, who recently returned as a radio DJ after 16 years, revealed the story while discussing aespa’s hit song Supernova. He recounted his first meeting with Karina during a segment for Yoo Jae Suk’s program Synchro U. Referring to Karina as a “goddess,” Haha humorously described how he froze up despite practicing to remain calm and collected.

“Normally, only one manager accompanies me, but that day, I had three or four people tagging along. I told myself, ‘Karina is my junior, so stay cool, smile confidently, and greet her politely.’ But then someone who looked like they came from space said, ‘Hello.’ I completely froze and couldn’t even greet her properly. I was like, ‘Why couldn’t I say hi?’”

Haha’s playful confession about his nerves left fans laughing and feeling his relatability.

A Family Connection to Celebrity Crushes

Adding to the humor, Haha joked about his wife’s celebrity crush on actor Byeon Woo Seok, saying it gave him an excuse for being starstruck by Karina.

“My wife doesn’t know about this. But she likes Byeon Woo Seok too. It’s not like it’s romantic or anything — it’s the same as liking a celebrity crush on your school notebook cover when you were younger.”

Why “Harina” Is Trending

Haha’s admiration for Karina was so strong that he joked about naming a future daughter after her.

“Now I understand why everyone is obsessed with Karina. She’s charismatic, but she’s also so down-to-earth and laid-back. If I were to have another daughter, I’d name her ‘Harina.’ Of course, the factory is closed, but that’s how much I genuinely like Karina.”

Fans found the idea of “Harina” adorable, with many praising Haha’s lighthearted storytelling and Karina’s charm.

Fans React to the Viral Moment

The story has racked up over 45,000 views on a popular forum and hundreds of comments celebrating the funny and wholesome exchange. Many fans highlighted how the anecdote showcased Karina’s approachable personality, further cementing her popularity.

Source: theqoo