Kim Ga-ram / Captured from Kim’s YouTube channel
Kim Ga-ram, a former member of K-pop group LE SSERAFIM, is drawing attention online after launching a personal YouTube channel and sharing glimpses of her acting practice — fueling speculation about a possible return to the entertainment industry.
On March 13, Kim opened a YouTube channel titled “garamonly” and uploaded her first video, simply titled “ep. 01.” The video did not include a description, but the understated title quickly caught the attention of fans and curious viewers.
In the video, Kim explained why she started filming.
“I turned the camera on because I wanted to record my acting practice videos and parts of my daily life,” she said.
Kim Ga-ram / Captured from Kim’ YouTube channel
The clip shows Kim filming a self-cam in a rehearsal room before continuing to practice acting at home. She is also seen closely reviewing her own performance, carefully monitoring her acting.
Other scenes show her studying in a library and attending acting lessons. At one point, Kim also plays the guitar, introducing it as a song she is currently practicing.
The roughly five-minute video gained rapid attention. Within about two hours of its upload, the video surpassed 36,000 views, while the channel exceeded 20,000 subscribers as of 9 p.m. on March 13.
Kim first debuted in 2022 as a member of LE SSERAFIM, a girl group produced by HYBE and Source Music. However, shortly after the group’s debut, allegations of school bullying surfaced on online communities.
Source Music initially denied the accusations and said Kim had actually been a victim. But as additional claims emerged, including photos and documents related to a school disciplinary action, the controversy intensified.
Kim eventually halted activities 19 days after debuting and left the group about two months later. Her exclusive contract with Source Music was also terminated.
Since then, she has largely stayed away from entertainment activities. In 2025, she opened a personal social media account and began communicating with fans again.
It has also been reported that Kim enrolled in the media acting department at Konkuk University, suggesting a possible shift toward acting.
With the new YouTube channel revealing her acting lessons and daily routine, many observers say the former idol may be preparing for a comeback — this time as an actress.
This article from Xportsnews is adapted by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.