Ex-LE SSERAFIM Member Kim Garam Quietly Returns in Student Film at Konkuk University

Kim Garam, the former member of LE SSERAFIM, has made a rare appearance in a student-produced video at Konkuk University. The video, shared on April 15th, 2025, on the official YouTube channel of the university’s Department of Media and Acting, congratulates the incoming class of 2025. It credits Kim Garam as one of the directors, showing her involvement in the project.

Kim Garam’s New Chapter at Konkuk University

Kim Garam, who joined Konkuk University in 2024, has kept a low profile after leaving the entertainment world. This video marks her first public appearance since stepping away from LE SSERAFIM in 2022. Her return to university life has attracted attention, especially given her past as a K-pop star.

In 2022, Kim Garam debuted with LE SSERAFIM but soon faced serious school violence allegations from people who claimed she had bullied them in middle school. Source Music, the agency managing LE SSERAFIM, denied the claims, calling them “false and edited.” However, the rumors kept spreading, leading to more accusations.

The controversy worsened when it was revealed that Kim Garam had been disciplined by a school violence committee in 2018. The committee had ordered her to attend special education classes. The alleged victim was also given counseling. As the public reaction grew stronger, Kim Garam decided to step away from her K-pop career. Just two months after her debut, she ended her contract with Source Music and left LE SSERAFIM.

Kim Garam Focuses on Education

After leaving LE SSERAFIM, Kim Garam returned to school. She graduated from Seoul Performing Arts High School and started studying at Konkuk University’s College of Art and Design. Since then, she has stayed out of the spotlight, making her appearance in the university video a big surprise.

Meanwhile, LE SSERAFIM has continued to be successful with their five members. They recently released their fifth mini-album, HOT, and have been enjoying great success in the K-pop world.

As Kim Garam focuses on her education, fans are curious about her next steps. Her quiet return to public life shows that she is moving forward after a difficult time in the K-pop industry.