LE SSERAFIM Kim Garam Accused of Shading Sakura

LE SSERAFIM member Kim Garam was seen allegedly being shady to her fellow member, Sakura, in a recent video.

Keep on reading for all the details.

LE SSERAFIM Kim Garam Accused of Shading Sakura

On May 16, Studio Choom released the behind-the-scenes video for LE SSERAFIM's BE ORIGINAL "FEARLESS" performance video. In the video, Kim Garam drew criticism for allegedly shading Sakura.

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In the video, the girls were all seen together playing a game. The game is that the member should compliment another person, and neither should laugh. As Kim Garam was next to Sakura, she had to compliment her.

After clarifying that she could not even smile, Kim Garam focused on the game and wrapped her arm around Sakura's shoulder. She then complimented Sakura, saying she had big eyes and a pretty nose.

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In response, Sakura responds seriously, saying thank you. Then, after a moment of silence, Kim Garam burst out laughing.

How Did People React to LE SSERAFIM Kim Garam & Sakura's Interaction?

Following the video's release, a post was made on Nate Pann, titled "Isn't Kim Garam sh***ing on Sakura here?" The post included a portion of the Studio Choom video.

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Many took an issue with how Kim Garam looked at Sakura rather than what she said. During the moment of silence, Kim Garam's eyes can be seen looking Sakura up and down before she bursts out laughing.

Many believed she was glaring at her, while others believed her true personality shined in those few seconds. Others simply found it rude, as Sakura is seven years older than her.

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Other people believe Kim Garam could not find anything to compliment Sakura, so she laughed. This also rubbed people the wrong way, as they had known each other for months. Many brought up how Kim Garam was accused of being a Sakura anti-fan during her pre-debut days.

Comments concerning the situation read,

"Seeing her glaring at Sakura up and down gives me PTSD."
"Sh*tting on her is not the issue here. Just look at the way Kim Garam looked at her. As expected, it's just like a school violence perpetrator. Garam-ah, leave. Stop annoying us."
"She had to fake her compliments, but since she didn't feel anything towards Sakura, she couldn't think of anything. They've been together for months, and you're telling me she doesn't feel anything for her?"
"Didn't Kim Garam say she hated Sakura? That's what her classmates said."
"Why would she stare at someone and suddenly burst out laughing? If I were Sakura, I would be upset."
"What is she doing to an unnie seven years older than her?"

LE SSERAFIM Kim Garam Accused of Shading Sakura — Here’s What Happened