LE SSERAFIM is facing backlash over their reaction during a recent encore stage on SBS Inkigayo.
The girl group was promoting their Japanese single “DIFFERENT” on Korean music shows. On July 6, during the encore on Inkigayo, fans noticed LE SSERAFIM appeared visibly “in a bad mood” while standing behind rookie co-ed group ALLDAY PROJECT.
A viral post on Pann pointed out their facial expressions, sparking heated debate online.
LE SSERAFIM looking like they’re in a bad mood behind ALLDAY PROJECT
I didn’t even know they were having a comeback lol
— Viral Pann post
The post gained traction quickly, with netizens divided. Some questioned why LE SSERAFIM was promoting in Korea when this was a Japanese comeback, noting "there’s barely any reaction."
Others defended the group, calling the scrutiny over facial expressions “pathetic” and unfair.
“LE SSERAFIM came back with a Japanese song, so why are they promoting in Korea? There’s barely any reaction.”
“Is there a life more pathetic than trying to read expressions like this?”
“ALLDAY PROJECT is so good ㅠ”
“This is better than someone who lost a lawsuit and can’t even promote or appear on music shows, just slumped in the VIP seats lol”
“Looks like the OP made eye contact with them.”
The situation highlights how K-Pop idols face intense scrutiny during live broadcasts. Even minor changes in expression can ignite controversy.
As the clip circulates, fans and critics continue to weigh in on whether LE SSERAFIM’s reaction was misunderstood or warranted.
