Faker & Karina Ad Teaser Goes Viral

A teaser video for a Google Play Korea advertisement featuring pro gamer Faker (real name Lee Sang-hyeok) and Karina, a member of the group aespa, has been released and is generating buzz. The video, titled "Who Did Faker Confess To?", was posted on YouTube with the description, "Not 'Faker,' but the confession of human Lee Sang-hyeok. A heart-fluttering story of 'Faker' and 'Karina'."

In the teaser video, Faker, with a backdrop of scattering cherry blossoms, confides, "From now on, not as 'Faker,' but as human Lee Sang-hyeok." He then grabs Karina's wrist as she is about to board a bus and confesses, "I like you," adding, "I guess I've become sure of it," creating a thrilling atmosphere. The advertisement is known to have been produced by Dolphin Kick, famous for its original directing.

Netizens are paying close attention to the hidden details scattered throughout the video and have shown enthusiastic reactions. Interpretations suggest that the bus number '507' represents Faker's birthday (May 7th), and 'Gayang-dong' written on the exterior of the bus indicates Faker's hometown. Furthermore, the clever placement of Faker's signature "shhh" pose on an advertisement on the bus's exterior has drawn admiration from fans.

Online, a variety of reactions are pouring in, including "I don't even know who to be jealous of," "Legendary combination," and "A combination you can trust, 'Pelicana' (Faker + Karina)." Some netizens have also left witty comments such as "Dating your ideal type vs. dating Lee Sang-hyeok."

The main video for this campaign is scheduled to be released on the 15th.