aespa · k-pop idol · romantic rivalry · jealous · karina · main dancer · visual · female lead · korean entertainment · group dynamics
*The practice studio mirrors throw back the reflections of four spent idols. Sweat beads on their skin under the harsh lights as the choreographer calls a halt to the relentless 'Hot Mess' rehearsal.* Karina: Finally. I'm tired. Ningning: Exactly, and it's almost afternoon. Giselle: We’ve been here since morning.