K-pop girl group Le Sserafim broke its silence, Thursday, on the controversy surrounding its shaky live performance at Coachella last April and the backlash over remarks made by member Hong Eun-chae.
The five-piece group addressed these issues during a media showcase held to celebrate the release of its fourth mini-album, “CRAZY,” at Yes24 Live Hall in Gwangjin District, eastern Seoul.
“We performed on many stages in a short period of time after our debut, but it was our first time at such a large outdoor festival,” said the band’s leader Kim Chae-won. “We were so excited that we couldn’t pace ourselves, which led to some shortcomings. This experience reminded us that we still have a lot to learn and I think showing improvement will be a lifelong task.”
Le Sserafim faced criticism after a video of its performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival highlighted the group’s poor vocal skills. While 카지노 this already sparked significant backlash, it also renewed scrutiny over a previous comment made by Hong Eun-chae during the group’s live broadcast in March 2023.
During the broadcast, Hong remarked, “You’re all still in school, right? Must be tough,” while discussing school life and class schedules. This remark was seen by some viewers as potentially sarcastic, sparking criticism that it could come off as insensitive to hardworking students.
Hong addressed the controversy during Thursday’s event, offering an apology.
“It was a moment to communicate with fans, and I think I got too comfortable without realizing it,” Hong said. “I should have been more careful, especially given our close relationship, but I didn’t fully consider the impact of my words. I apologize for disappointing you with my immature remarks. I will make an effort to be more thoughtful and responsible in the future.”