Fans are clamoring for a drama adaptation featuring the pair!
As exclusively revealed by Dispatch, there is a budding romance between actor Lee Jae Wook and K-pop idol Karina from aespa, ignited at the Prada fashion event this January.
Their combined aesthetics has set the internet alight, with many fans drawing parallels between this real-life couple and beloved characters from a renowned Naver Webtoon, namely Serena crafted by Ina.
Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Meuracevia in the bustling Wellenberg city, the magnificent Serenity Hotel’s existence teeters precariously, as the headstrong heiress Serena and her pragmatic husband Eiser toil to salvage its reputation. Entangled in a marriage of mere convenience, Serena’s unforeseen jealousy towards her reserved yet dashing servant, Frederick, leads to unexpected complications. In an era where duty eclipses personal joy, Serena’s determination to safeguard her affection and the legacy of the Serenity Hotel will be put to the test.
— Naver Webtoon
The striking resemblance between Karina and the fictional Serena, as well as Lee Jae Wook and the protagonist Eiser has not gone unnoticed by fans.
Couple that came straight out of a webtoon#Karina #LeeJaeWook pic.twitter.com/Oor0uqGo6T
— (@antifragilepink) February 27, 2024
The tweet above garnered over 1M views and close to 50K likes, indicating widespread agreement with the visual match by netizens.
Indeed, countless associations have been made between Serena and Karina, propelling the idea of an ideal casting should a live-action iteration ever come to fruition.
YESSS my karina serena agenda is finally working https://t.co/l7YpDmfijS pic.twitter.com/uuWfZ8gvql
— n (@rinaissancez) February 27, 2024
my eiser live version,
their face n body built is similiar
dont mind me, im just release my inner love for eiser n junhoe.. https://t.co/GHquCGx8a9 pic.twitter.com/oq5UFT9ixf
— YeYe (@BoomStreamKoo) February 27, 2024
While the webtoon narrative poses its challenges, it’s evident that Lee Jae Wook and Karina are the embodiment of everyone’s favorite dreamboat duo!
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FAQ About Lee Jae Wook and Karina’s Webtoon Resemblance
- Did Lee Jae Wook and Karina confirm their dating rumors?
Although Dispatch reported the two are dating, they have not officially confirmed the rumors themselves.
- Which webtoon do Lee Jae Wook and Karina resemble?
They resemble characters from the Naver Webtoon titled ‘Serena’ by Ina.
- Has there been any announcement of a live-action version featuring the couple?
No official announcement has been made about a live-action adaptation starring Lee Jae Wook and Karina.
Conclusion
The captivating visuals of aespa’s Karina and actor Lee Jae Wook not only sparked dating rumors but also drew remarkable comparisons to a fictional couple from a popular webtoon. The online community’s response highlights the duo’s striking resemblance to the illustrated characters and ignites hopes for a potential live-action portrayal of Serena and Eiser by the pair. While the story of their real-life romance is still under wraps, the fantasy of seeing them as a webtoon couple brought to life has certainly captured the imagination of fans worldwide.