aespa's WINTER attended the KILIAN PARIS flagship store opening, celebrating her birthday with cute poses and facing rumors about her love life.

On the afternoon of the 18th, the 2026 KOPA & NIKON Press Photo Awards took place at the Libera Hotel in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam, Seoul, where aespa's KARINA was in attendance. She captivated attendees with her translucent skin and a beauty gravure was released. Additionally, a romantic advertisement featuring KARINA has sparked discussions.

aespa showcases a cool attitude, embracing challenges with their upcoming 2nd full album "LEMONADE" releasing on the 29th. It features 11 tracks, including the title song, an electronic dance track with a positive message inspired by the proverb "If life gives you lemons, make lemonade." The group also released a dark teaser for the track "WDA (Whole Different Animal)" and teased a new visual concept for "LEMONADE."

NINGNING from aespa recently shared a video on her social media, capturing a relaxed day in Myeongdong, Seoul. She expressed surprise and joy upon seeing her face on a large advertisement, radiating a warm atmosphere with her natural smile. Despite walking freely without a mask or hat, she went unnoticed by many. aespa is set to release their 2nd full album, 'LEMONDAE', on the 29th, following the pre-release of 'WDA' on the 11th.

aespa's pre-release single 'WDA (Whole Different Animal)' featuring G-DRAGON has significantly increased anticipation for their 2nd full album 'LEMONADE', releasing on May 29. The track has ranked in the top 10 across 17 regions globally and achieved 'Gold Album' certification on QQ Music in China, showcasing their global presence.

aespa is set to return with their 2nd full album 'LEMONADE', releasing the pre-release track 'WDA (Whole Different Animal)' featuring G-DRAGON. The song is described as a hip-hop dance track with a grand synth bass and heavy hooks, reflecting aespa's growth. The music video is available on their SMTOWN YouTube channel, with the full album releasing on the 29th.

In a lighthearted YouTube segment, aespa's NINGNING and singer Lee Yong-ji engage in a humorous bet that results in a significant donation of 20 million won to a welfare facility. Despite the competitive spirit, both artists demonstrate their commitment to charity, reflecting on humility and gratitude in their conversations.

KARINA of aespa participated in a beauty shoot for Harper's BAZAAR Korea, captivating with her radiant skin. In a follow-up interview, she addressed fan concerns, providing practical advice on making friends, maintaining a positive attitude, and how to decline requests wisely. aespa will release their 2nd full album 'LEMONADE' on the 29th of this month.

A new video featuring Faker and aespa's KARINA has gone viral, showcasing Faker's heartfelt confession to her. The video, titled 'Who did Faker confess to?' shows him walking alone and dramatically taking her hand as he admits his feelings. Fans are buzzing about this unexpected pairing, expressing their surprise and excitement over the romantic vibe of the video.

G-DRAGON is featured in aespa's new song 'WDA (Whole Different Animal)', part of their 2nd full album 'LEMONADE', set to release on May 29. The digital single will be available on May 11. This collaboration marks their second, following G-DRAGON's previous work with aespa's KARINA in 2022.

At Met Gala 2026, BLACKPINK members, including Karina and Ningning from aespa, and actor Ahn Hyo-seop, dazzled in designer outfits. The event, themed 'Costume Art,' featured the group in glamorous dresses from brands like PRADA and GUCCI. This was the first time all BLACKPINK members attended together, creating a buzz with their group photo. Other attendees included model Bhavitha Mandava and actress Jung Ho-yeon.