LE SSERAFIM fans were dealt a blow this weekend as the group took the stage at the 2026 Weverse Con Festival—but without one of their brightest stars.
Kim Chaewon did not join her bandmates at the festival. According to Soompi's report, the K-pop idol is continuing her temporary hiatus from group activities to recover from neck pain.
In May, LE SSERAFIM's label SOURCE MUSIC announced that Chaewon underwent treatment for ongoing neck issues and was given strict doctor's orders to rest for a "certain period."
The 24-year-old has not performed alongside her four group members since the health announcement. Her recovery timeline is taking priority over major festival appearances. Weverse Con is one of the year's biggest K-pop events, so her absence is notable.
LE SSERAFIM fans are supporting the decision. While everyone would have liked to see Chaewon on stage, supporters agree that her health comes first. The idol community respects when labels follow through on rest orders instead of pushing artists to perform through pain.
When will Chaewon be cleared to rejoin the group? SOURCE MUSIC has not announced a specific return date yet. The other members are continuing as a five-piece while Chaewon recovers.
LE SSERAFIM continues their activities as a five-piece, while fans await the moment their complete lineup reunites on stage.
