In a recent exclusive interview with Star News Korea, LE SSERAFIM’s Chaewon shared her aspirations to explore new artistic avenues, particularly acting, releasing a solo album, and performing in musicals. During the dialogue, held on April 5, 2025, she expressed a strong desire to expand her career beyond her current achievements. As highlighted by the social media user @elsserafim, Chaewon stated:
“Someday, I want to try being in a musical, and I also want to release my solo album. I also want to try being a radio DJ, and I feel like there are so many things I want to do recently.”
Chaewon’s Journey and Future Ambitions
For those unfamiliar, Chaewon is the fourth member to join LE SSERAFIM and made her K-pop debut with the mini-album Fearless on May 2, 2022. Her rapid rise to fame has captivated fans worldwide, showcasing her talent and versatility.
Opening Up About Personal Challenges
During the interview, Chaewon candidly revealed her inner struggles and challenges. She shared that she tends to be overly critical of herself and is committed to continuous self-improvement. However, this relentless pursuit sometimes leads to disappointment when outcomes do not align with her high expectations. As translated by @elsserafim, she mentioned:
“I practice hard in a bit of a fight with myself and polish myself like this, but when the results don’t meet my liking, there are times when I feel regretful.”
Chaewon elaborated on how her ambition can lead to a cycle of frustration, admitting that her strong desire for success can sometimes hinder her progress. She remarked on her efforts to navigate these feelings:
“I think I tend to have a hard time because I’m greedy, and I don’t get too caught up in it. I try to get out of it quickly, practice more, and find a new side of myself because I have to show you better next time.”
Career Overview and Recent Releases
Kim Chaewon, widely recognized for her singing and songwriting talent, serves as the leader of LE SSERAFIM. She previously gained fame as a member of the project group IZ*ONE. Recently, LE SSERAFIM unveiled their fifth mini-album titled Hot, released on March 14, 2025, through Source Music, with distribution handled by YG Plus, HYBE, and Geffen Records. This latest offering features five tracks, including Born Fire, Hot, Come Over, Ash, and So Cynical (Badum).
Notably, the album achieved impressive commercial success, debuting at No. 9 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart. LE SSERAFIM has built a solid reputation for their previous hits, including Unforgiven, Fearless, and Antifragile.