As the group kicks off their much-anticipated "FLAME RISES" tour with a bang, Chaewon's hair change is stealing the spotlight and reigniting the IZ*ONE spirit.

Here’s what everyone is buzzing about.

Chaewon's New Look: A Glimpse into IZ*ONE Days?

During LE SSERAFIM's electrifying two-day sold-out show in Seoul, fans not only witnessed breathtaking performances but were also treated to a surprise in the form of the leader's fresh hairstyle.

Chaewon's new short brown hair brought back fond memories of her time as a member of the now-disbanded girl group IZ*ONE, sending fans into a whirlwind of emotions.

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The Nostalgia Factor: Chaewon in LE SSERAFIM vs. Chaewon in IZ*ONE

The images of Chaewon side by side in her two different hairstyles have fans reminiscing about her IZ*ONE era and marveling at her present LE SSERAFIM look.

From her enchanting brown locks to her classic black hair, each style captures a different essence of the multi-talented star.

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Netizens Sound Off: The Great Hair Debate Over Le Sserafim’s Chaewon Hair Transformation

Korean netizens have taken to the virtual world to share their thoughts on Chaewon's transformation:

• "It's like back in 2019... It's the same as in IZONE!!!"
• "She went back to IZONE hahaha."
• "Personally, I think Kim Chaewon and Jo Yuri look very similar."
• "She looks so innocent with her brown hair, but I like the black hair better."
• "With her brown hair, it feels like she's in IZONE again."
• "The brown hair is pretty but the black hair is better..."
• "She looks like Winter now."
• "She looks like a fairy! So pretty!"
• "She's shockingly pretty! It's like I'm looking at a pretty girl in a Japanese animation."
• "She stands out more with the black short hair."
• "It's so amazing how her image changed as soon as she changed her hair."
• "I miss IZONE."

TXT Beomgyu and LE SSERAFIMChaewon Caught in a Sizzling Dating Rumor

Meanwhile a dating rumor involving TXT's Beomgyu and LE SSERAFIM's Chaewon has taken the K-Pop world by storm.

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The rumor began with a tweet showing a photo of Beomgyu in the TXT dorm, where fans noticed a standee of Chaewon.

투바투 숙소에 왜 채원이 굿즈가 있어...? pic.twitter.com/29WtG2ZAso

— 뽀송이🫧 (@BBOSONGEEEEE) July 29, 2023

This led to speculations about their relationship.

Other 'evidence' included a video of Chaewon's reaction to a TXT performance and her singing a line from a TXT song during an IZ*ONE VLIVE.

Netizens thought these were coincidences or signs of a potential relationship, with some recalling past dating rumors.

Be sure to catch the latest scoop on a sizzling dating rumor involving TXT's Beomgyu and LE SSERAFIM's Chaewon, adding a layer of intrigue to the K-Pop world's current frenzy.

Now, which of her looks do they prefer? Does the IZ*ONE nostalgia triumph, or does the LE SSERAFIM transformation steal the spotlight?

Tell us in the comments below.

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