K-pop fans are in an uproar! Kim Garam, the former member of the popular girl group LE SSERAFIM, has made a stunning return to the public eye. Almost three years after leaving amid bullying claims, Garam has started a personal Instagram account. The move has rocked the K-pop community. It sparked support, speculation, and a look back at her past.
Kim Garam’s New Account Gains Massive Following in Hours!
News of Kim Garam’s Instagram account spread like wildfire. Yurim, her friend, shared Garam’s heartfelt letter before she left the group. Now, Yurim has posted about the new account. The response was immediate and immense. “Damn nearly 40K followers in 2 hours??” one astonished Reddit user exclaimed.
Other reports confirmed the account surpassed half a million followers in less than a day. This explosive growth signals that Garam, despite her prolonged absence, remains a figure of significant interest. “Wow I was starting to think we would never hear from her again,” a fan commented, capturing the surprise felt by many.
A Ghost from the Past? Fans Revisit Garam’s Shocking LE SSERAFIM Departure
Garam’s return brings back talks about the bullying claims. These claims caused her contract with Source Music (HYBE) to end just months after LE SSERAFIM’s debut in 2022. The controversy was a “mess,” as one fan recalled. However, the narrative surrounding these allegations appears to be shifting for many.
The Allegations Debunked? Supporters Claim Garam Was a “Victim,” Not a Bully!
Many fans on Reddit are now strongly defending Garam. “The allegations were completely not true,” one supporter stated. They say Garam’s only “punishment was cursing…showing her shock at the person who shared inappropriate photos of her friend.” Another detailed account suggests it was a “girls fighting case where she was the lesser aggressor.”
This version claims Garam was “ganged up on her [the accuser] to protect her friend” who was a victim of “molka” (inappropriate hidden camera photos). According to this perspective, Garam’s reaction was “disproportionate” but her “heart was in the right place.” Many now believe Garam herself was a “victim of bullying.”
Fans Decry Past Treatment of Young Star
There’s a strong sense of regret among fans for how Garam was treated. “I’ll never forget how vile everyone was to her,” a fan lamented.
Many feel that “a lot of people were entirely too comfortable derailing a young woman’s career for something she allegedly did when she was twelve.” HYBE’s handling of the situation is also under scrutiny. “Hybe really fumbled the entire thing,” a commenter opined, accusing the agency of being “intentionally vague which sowed a lot of confusion.”
The perceived double standard in K-pop was also noted: “Male celebs do way worse and still have careers.”
What’s Next for Garam? Acting School Buzz & Hopes for a Fresh Start
With Garam back on social media, speculation about her future is rife. “Her creating a new IG acc only means one thing; she is in a new label,” one fan theorized.
It’s been reported that Garam was enrolled in Konkuk University’s Department of Media and Acting. “I wonder if her coming back to social media means we gonna see her in a kdrama soon,” a hopeful fan posted. It’s unclear if she will return to acting, take on another role, or choose a quieter life.
“We Missed Her!”
Despite the lingering questions, the overwhelming sentiment is one of support and excitement. “Hope she’s doing well,” “Wish her the best,” and “I am rooting for her” are common refrains. Fans are clearly “glad she feels comfortable enough to be back in the public eye!” and hope she “finds success in whatever path she chooses to take!”
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