On May 17, former LE SSERAFIM member Kim Garam made a notable return to the public eye by launching her Instagram account. Despite having shared just one post, her following has skyrocketed to over 731,000 fans.
Garam’s journey as an idol in LE SSERAFIM was short-lived, primarily overshadowed by serious accusations of school bullying that ultimately led to her departure from the group. Following this setback, she faded from the spotlight, only reappearing occasionally with brief updates.
Some fans even speculated that her exit was met with a sense of relief among the other members. Recent videos from LE SSERAFIM on TikTok have fueled these discussions, with many suggesting subtle hints aimed at Garam.
Since her departure, there hasn’t been any public interaction between Garam and her former bandmates. However, fans have pointed out recent activity from Eunchae, another LE SSERAFIM member, that may subtly reference Garam. On May 19, Eunchae posted a story on Instagram featuring green grapes, accompanied by several emojis.
The choice of five roses and a single white heart in Eunchae’s post is widely interpreted by fans as a tribute to the five active members of LE SSERAFIM alongside Garam. Furthermore, the song “Sour Grapes,” known for featuring Garam prominently during the group’s debut, has added depth to this speculation.
Fans expressed their thoughts on social media, suggesting Eunchae might be subtly supporting Garam with her Instagram story. One user tweeted, "the sour grapes…. the 5 roses and 1 white heart…. eunchae we see you🥺🤍" while another mentioned, "this isn’t the first time eunchae has shown support to garam."
Some followers believe that Eunchae and Garam shared a close friendship, as they were the closest in age among the group. The ongoing conversations around their past connection and Eunchae’s recent actions illustrate the strong bond many fans hope remains, despite the public controversy surrounding Garam.
As the K-pop community continues to monitor these developments, it’s clear that the dynamics within LE SSERAFIM and Garam’s sudden re-emergence are generating significant interest and discussion among fans.
