LE SSERAFIM’s Sakura & Chaewon Unfollow Former IZ*ONE Members – Fans React

LE SSERAFIM members Kim Chaewon and Sakura have unfollowed all former members of the K-pop group IZ*ONE on Instagram, a move that sparked immediate reaction from fans on Saturday, March 23, 2026. The action, noticed and widely discussed on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), leaves the two artists following only their current LE SSERAFIM groupmates.

The abrupt change in following lists has fueled speculation about the current relationships between the former IZ*ONE members. IZ*ONE, formed through the 2018 reality competition show Produce 48, was active until its disbandment in 2021. Despite the group’s dissolution, many fans continued to follow the individual activities of its members, valuing the connections forged during their time together. The perceived closeness of the group has made the unfollows particularly jarring for some fans.

“my heart just broke in like a million pieces,” one user posted on X, reflecting a sentiment echoed by many others. Other fans expressed frustration, directing criticism towards Source Music, LE SSERAFIM’s agency. One post read, “@SOURCEMUSIC I HOPE UR PARENTS DIVORCE AND GIVE U UP FOR ADOPTION SO YOU Realize HOW US WIZONES ARE FEELING.”

The timing of the unfollows has also drawn attention, occurring shortly before LE SSERAFIM’s scheduled comeback in April. Some fans have suggested the move could be a deliberate attempt to reframe the group’s image and emphasize its current lineup.

Kim Chaewon previously indicated a limited connection with Sakura during their time in IZ*ONE. In a recent statement, reported by NME, Chaewon stated that she and Sakura were “never close” during their time as members of IZ*ONE. This prior acknowledgement of distance between the two artists adds another layer to the current situation.

Sakura, whose career began in Japan as a member of the J-pop group HKT48, has navigated a path from J-Pop to K-Pop, first with IZ*ONE and now with LE SSERAFIM, as detailed by The Honey POP. Her journey has been closely followed by fans in both countries.

As of Saturday evening, neither Kim Chaewon nor Sakura have publicly addressed the unfollows, leaving fans to speculate about the reasons behind the change. Source Music has not issued a statement regarding the situation.