Kim Garam Acting Debut: Former LE SSERAFIM Member Signs Exclusive Contract After 4-Year Bullying Controversy
The ultimate K-pop plot twist has officially arrived. Former LE SSERAFIM member Kim Ga-ram is swapping her idol mic for an actor’s script. After a dramatic exit from the spotlight in 2022 due to intense middle school bullying allegations, the 20-year-old is officially staging her comeback.
On June 16, 2026, talent agency Management Koo announced that they have signed an exclusive contract with the star, clearing the path for the highly anticipated Kim Garam acting debut.
A Fresh Start Beyond the K-Pop Stage
Management Koo revealed that they hadn’t just accidentally stumbled upon the former idol. Instead, they had been closely watching her self-made YouTube channel, garamonly, which she launched earlier this year in March.
“We were deeply impressed by both her potential as an actor and her strong work ethic,” the agency stated. It turns out Kim has been busy behind the scenes doing everything from intensive acting lessons to teaching herself English, Japanese, and the guitar. Talk about an overachieving redemption arc!
From 18 Days of Fame to the Silver Screen
For those who need a quick K-pop history refresher, Kim Ga-ram originally debuted with HYBE’s powerhouse girl group LE SSERAFIM on May 2, 2022. However, her dream run lasted a mere 18 days before historical bullying rumors forced her into an indefinite hiatus, leading to her official departure from the group just two months later.
Since then, she has stayed completely under the radar—until now. While public opinion in South Korea remains heavily divided over her sudden return, international fans are already rallying behind her new journey. Whether you are skeptical or supportive, one thing is for sure: all eyes will be on the upcoming Kim Garam acting debut.
Will she successfully redefine herself on screen, or will the ghosts of her K-pop past follow her to the set? Only time—and her next K-drama—will tell.
