Who is Karina Kubiliute? 18-year-old UK-based 'viral mystery girl' of Kartik Aaryan

Karina Kubiliute gained attention on social media after her photos from Goa were compared to those of Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan, sparking speculation about a possible romantic connection. Karina has since clarified that she is not Kartik's girlfriend, updating her Instagram bio to say "I don't know Kartik!". Her background and personal life remain largely unverified, with limited information available beyond her social media presence.

Details about Karina

As per a report by The Bombay Times, Karina, currently a student at Carlisle College in the UK, is 17 years old, having been born in June 2008. Her past milestones include celebrating her 12th birthday in 2020 and her 16th birthday in June 2024. Consequently, it is anticipated that she will attain the age of majority, 18 years, in June 2026. Presently, limited information is available regarding her personal and academic life.

Karina's got Lithuanian roots, but she's a Carlisle kid through and through. Born and raised in England, specifically Wetheral and Carlisle. Her mum, Jovita Kubiliene-Thompson, runs hospitality biz in Cumbria, hosting networking events for businesswomen. Dad David Thompson's British, helps with the family business. Karina's school journey started at Scotby Primary, Carlisle, where she even won a doughnut design comp in 2019. Now, she's studying at Carlisle College.

How did the controversy begin

The discussion picked up steam after Kartik dropped a chill pic from Goa, showing him chillin' by the beach. Soon after, Reddit sleuths spotted a woman, Karina Kubiliute, who'd posted pics from what looked like the same spot. Screenshots comparing the pics started circulating, with users pointing out matching vibes in the background – same beach setup, loungers, and towel placement. This sparked speculation that Kartik and Karina were vacationing together. Some even claimed Kartik was following her on socials till the pics blew up online. But, we cannot verify these claims or the wild assumptions floating around online.

Kartik’s work front

The actor's recent cinematic endeavour, 'Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri', featuring alongside Ananya Panday, premiered in December 2025 and garnered a mixed response at the box office. Upcoming projects include 'Naagzilla: Naag Lok Ka Pehla Kaand' and Anurag Basu's forthcoming romantic film, co-starring Sreeleela, tentatively titled 'Tu Meri Zindagi', as per unverified sources.