Girl group LE SSERAFIM has garnered attention by releasing a documentary titled 'LE SSERAFIM - Make It Look Easy,' which captures their intense journey over the past year.
Released on the HYBE Labels YouTube channel on the 29th, this five-part documentary covers the period from their year-end stage practice in 2022 to the preparation period for their mini 3rd album 'EASY' in 2024.
What stood out the most in this documentary was not LE SSERAFIM’s achievements but their journey.
The members candidly showcased their sweat, effort, and occasional self-reproach as they strove to perfect their performances.
The documentary laid bare the hidden challenges of being an idol group, such as facing physical limitations during practice and dealing with the pressure that kept them up at night.
Interviews featuring quotes like "There was no hesitation.
All I thought was that it had to be done," and "Everything is good, whether it’s hard, sad, or happy.
I try to enjoy it. Isn’t this what youth is all about?" highlighted LE SSERAFIM’s strong mental fortitude.
The greatest driving force for LE SSERAFIM was their unity.
Interestingly, the members' happiest moments were not the glamorous stages or achieving remarkable results. Instead, they cherished the times when they shared their feelings and cried together while preparing for the 'EASY' album.
Recalling this moment, one member said,
"It wasn’t about achieving results or winning awards. I can’t explain the happiness in words, but I felt comforted and supported."
Another member added, "It gave me a reason to work harder and the confidence that we can do well, which made me happy."
Their statement, "We want to be the only team," hints at their potential for future growth.
A music critic remarked, "This documentary effectively showcases LE SSERAFIM’s human side.
By honestly revealing the efforts and worries behind the glamorous facade of an idol group, it will strengthen their bond with fans."
Meanwhile, fans have shown enthusiastic reactions to the documentary on social media. One fan commented,
"I was moved by LE SSERAFIM’s genuine side. It made me want to support them even more."
Through this documentary, LE SSERAFIM has demonstrated themselves as genuine artists beyond just an idol group.
The industry is keen to see how they will continue to grow and what new influences they will bring to the K-pop scene.