July 22, 2022
Kim Garam is officially kicked out of Le Sserafim after winding up in school bullying controversies, confirm sources.
BTS' Music Label HYBE Corporation and Source Music announced their decision to terminate their contract with Kim Garam, releasing the statement, "We owe all the fans a sincere apology who have shown immense support to the Kpop group."
The 16-year-old singer had just made her debut in May, after which she was subjected to bullying allegations in school, which HYBE and Source Music initially denied. HYBE tried to control the widespread fire by labeling Kim as the victim of bullying and warned to sure anyone who attempted to spread 'misleading information.'
Until May, it was evident that Kim Garam would continue to perform and remain a part of the group. However, the recent announcement by HYBE and Source Music that Le Sserafim will now operate as a five-member group confirmed that Kim would no longer be a part of the band.