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EXO Kai Dominates Global iTunes Charts with ‘Wait on Me’

EXO’s Kai has officially made his highly anticipated return—and his comeback is already proving to be a major global success! The new EP ‘Wait on Me’ is already taking over the iTunes charts all over the world!

‘Wait on Me’ Dominates iTunes Charts Worldwide

On April 21 at 6 p.m. KST, Kai released his third solo mini album ‘Wait on Me’, along with the title track of the same name. This marks his first comeback in nearly two years since his 2021 mini album ‘Peaches’. The new album quickly gained momentum worldwide, signaling Kai’s unwavering popularity as a solo artist.

By the morning of April 22 KST, ‘Wait on Me’ had soared to the top of iTunes Top Albums charts in at least 23 regions, including countries across Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Some of the chart-topping regions include Argentina, Brazil, Brunei, Fiji, France, Honduras, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Mexico, Oman, Paraguay, Peru, the Philippines, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam. The album’s strong debut reflects Kai’s continued global impact and the loyalty of EXO-Ls around the world.

In addition to his iTunes success, ‘Wait on Me’ also dominated digital music platforms in Asia. The album topped QQ Music’s digital album sales chart in China, further showcasing Kai’s powerful reach in one of the largest music markets.

Meanwhile in South Korea, the track “Adult Swim” one of the B-sides from the album, climbed to No. 1 on Bugs’ realtime chart, drawing attention for its nostalgic yet fresh sound and emotional depth.

With ‘Wait on Me’, Kai demonstrates not only his signature charisma and stage presence but also his versatility as a performer. The album blends smooth R&B, sultry pop, and rhythmic beats, continuing to highlight Kai’s growth as a solo artist. As promotions kick off, fans can expect more performances and content celebrating this successful new chapter in Kai’s solo journey.

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EXO Kai Drops Fresh ‘Adult Swim’ MV

EXO’s Kai is officially back! The talented performer, who was recently discharged from the military, has just released the “Adult Swim” MV. The pre-release single offers fans an exciting preview of his upcoming solo mini album ‘Wait On Me’.

EXO’s Kai Drops Pre-Release Single “Adult Swim” MV

The “Adult Swim” MV was dropped on April 3. Along with the single, Kai also dropped a fresh set of concept photos, further heightening anticipation for his return.

Kai’s fourth solo mini album, “Wait On Me”, is set to be released on April 21 at 6 p.m. KST. This marks his first comeback since completing his military service, making it a particularly meaningful release for both him and his fans.

Adding to the excitement, Kai has also announced the dates and venues for his much-awaited 2025 solo tour, “KAION”. The tour will kick off with a two-night concert in Seoul on May 17 and 18 at the Olympic Handball Gymnasium. From there, Kai will take his performances to multiple cities across Asia, starting with Kuala Lumpur on May 24, Macau on June 7, Jakarta on June 14, and Singapore on June 21.

His journey will continue in Taipei on July 12, Manila on July 27, Bangkok on August 2, and Yokohama on August 6 and 7, before concluding in Hong Kong on August 16. With a packed schedule ahead, fans are thrilled to finally see Kai back on stage, doing what he does best.

The announcement of Kai’s military enlistment two years ago came as an unexpected surprise to fans. After his agency made the news public, Kai immediately went live to speak to EXO-Ls. During the broadcast, he became emotional, shedding tears as he shared, “I’m going to the military.” He later clarified that while he wasn’t upset about serving, he was heartbroken because he had big plans for EXO’s comeback that he was eager to show fans.

Now that he’s back, Kai is ready to pick up right where he left off. With “Wait On Me” and his “KAION” tour on the horizon, fans are in for an unforgettable comeback season!

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EXO Kai Annouces 2025 Solo Tour ‘KAION’

EXO’s Kai is ready to embark on his first-ever solo concert tour, “KAION”, bringing his captivating performances to fans worldwide!

EXO’s Kai Gears Up for His First-Ever Solo Tour “KAION”

On March 6, Kai revealed the dates and venues for his upcoming 2025 tour, which will start on May 17 and 18 in Seoul at the Olympic Handball Gymnasium. From there, he will travel to multiple cities across Asia, starting with Kuala Lumpur on May 24, Macau on June 7, Jakarta on June 14, and Singapore on June 21. 

Kai will then head for Taipei on July 12, Manila on July 27, Bangkok on August 2, Yokohama on August 6 and 7, before dropping by Hong Kong on August 16.

The announcement of his solo tour comes on the heels of Kai’s confirmed comeback. On March 5, STARNEWS reported that Kai is gearing up to release his fourth mini-album in April 2025. SM Entertainment officially confirmed the news, stating that Kai is preparing for a comeback with a brand-new mini-album and will be filming the music video for his title track in the upcoming week. Fans can expect a powerful return to the stage, showcasing his dance, vocals, and charisma that have made him a beloved figure in K-pop.

Following his discharge from mandatory military service as a public service worker in February 2025, Kai is finally returning to the spotlight after almost two years. His last solo release was his third mini-album “Rover” in March 2023, also marking a highly successful chapter in his solo career.

With the combination of a highly anticipated comeback and his first-ever solo tour, Kai is sure to captivate fans worldwide with his talent, stage presence, and powerful performances.

Are you ready for Kai’s electrifying return? Which city and date are you most excited about? What are you expecting in the EXO member’s upcoming new release? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Kai and Sehun Attend EXO Fan Meeting as Audience Members

EXO just held their 12th anniversary fan meeting with six members onstage but it looks like concertgoers were in great company. Kai and Sehun have just been revealed to be in the audience supporting the rest of the group and enjoying the show with EXO-Ls.

Kai and Sehun Make Surprise Appearance at EXO Fan Meeting

On April 14, EXO held their 12th anniversary fan meeting ‘2024 EXO FAN MEETING : ONE‘ at the Incheon Yeongjongdo Inspire Arena. The fan meeting was split into two sessions and during the second session, two familiar faces were spotted in the audience.

During his ment, leader Suho pointed out that Kai and Sehun had messages for EXO-Ls who would be attending the fan meeting. As he spoke, he singled out the two youngest members of the group, who were revealed to be in the audience. Fellow member Baekhyun even jokingly scolded their maknae for sitting lazily and told him not to cross his legs.

It certainly confirms that the EXO members are ready to support each other despite their busy schedules. Although Kai and Sehun were unable to perform with the rest of the group, they found the time to attend the fan meeting to support their hyungs and make Eris smile.

Although the maknaes did not perform during the 12th anniversary fan meeting, Suho dropped a major teaser during the event. According the Kim Junmyeon, EXO is preparing to embark on their next world tour once Sehun and Kai have fulfilled their mandatory military service. This could mean that their next full group comeback and concert tour will be sometime in 2025.

In the meantime, EXO members have been busy with their solo endeavors. Baekhyun is currently on his ‘LONSDALEITE’ solo tour while D.O. is preparing for his next solo comeback. Additionally, Suho recently announced with solo fan tour across Asia.

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EXO Shares Reunion Pictures From Manager’s Wedding

It has been a long time but EXO finally got together again. All eight Korean members of the idol group recently attended their manager’s wedding. This was proven after the idols shared reunion pictures on social media.

EXO Posed for Reunion Pictures at Wedding

Fans of EXO were treated to a delightful surprise as eight members of the group reunited to attend the wedding of their manager Yong Min. The gathering marked a special occasion, and the members commemorated the event by sharing photos on their social media accounts. Not surprisingly, the reunion pictures brought joy and nostalgia to fans who have missed seeing the idols together.

Baekhyun, one of the EXO members, took to his Instagram story to post a photo from the wedding. It captured a moment of togetherness as the members sat at a table during the celebration. The glimpse into their reunion sparked emotions among fans who have eagerly awaited such moments.

Leader Suho shared another photo, offering a candid look at the group enjoying the wedding festivities. Chanyeol contributed to the excitement by uploading the last of the group photos, accompanied by a close-up shot, further enhancing the sentiment of the reunion. Although Chinese member Lay was not present at the event, he recently made it clear he is still a member of EXO.

The members’ presence at the manager’s wedding not only celebrated the joyous occasion but also provided a rare opportunity for fans to witness the camaraderie and bond that exists within EXO. The reunion generated a buzz on social media, with the hashtag “MY EXO” trending on Twitter as fans expressed their emotions and appreciation for the long-awaited gathering.

The photos from the wedding sparked hope and anticipation among fans, leaving them eager for more opportunities to see the complete EXO group together in the future. The reunion not only celebrated a wedding but also rekindled the excitement surrounding the possibility of future group activities and comebacks.

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EXO Kai’s Rover Review: Go On a Wild Ride with Mr. Rover

EXO’s Kai makes a bold comeback—and got loads of fellow K-pop idols to join his dance challenge—with his third mini-album Rover 

Kai cranks up the charisma in the music video for Rover. (Screen capture from youtube.com/@SMTOWN)

 

Has it really been almost three years since EXO’s center and main dancer Kai debuted as a soloist with his self-titled mini-album? It feels as if he has just released Mmmh and Peaches last month (probably because all the songs in his albums have never left my playlists). But, on March 13, 2023 Kai made a spectacular comeback with his third mini-album Rover. 

 

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The lead single, also called Rover, is a lively reggaeton-inspired dance track that I believe has a completely different vibe from his previous titles. The song genre is a new addition to the idol’s repertoire, but the song itself isn’t. It’s actually a remake of Bulgarian singer Dara’s Mr. Rover, but in true Kai fashion, he put in his signature intensity, charming honey-like vocals, and deep, rich raps to truly make the song his own. Plus, that high note in the bridge adds that much-needed extra punch—aside from showcasing his vocal growth. Some might not be too keen on the repetition in the chorus, but I personally love it—it’s so darn catchy! And hey, lots of idols love the song, too! 

 

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In interviews during his promotion period, Kai explained that the album explores the concept of freedom. Rover is about being free to live life without being weighed down by others’ expectations—and this release delivers the concept brilliantly. 

 

Similar to the title track, Bomba is an upbeat, reggaeton-inspired song that surely won’t be out of place in summer playlists. This song continues the theme of living freely and being in the moment. It’s just as catchy as Rover, so it’s not surprising that it was once in the running to be a lead single!  

 

The mood shifts dramatically with Black Mirror, a pointed critique on society’s over-reliance on social media; with people losing themselves while mindlessly scrolling on the screen. The song’s heavy hip hop beats give off an eerie, almost unearthly vibe. It’s my favorite song from this mini-album (possibly influenced by Film : KAI #Rover performance reel). 

 

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Slidin’ and Say You Love Me are both R&B tracks—but each song serves completely different vibes. Slidin’ is smooth and sultry, while Say You Love Me is intense and borderline hypnotic. Sinner, an emotional song with minimal accompaniment, closes out the mini-album.  

 

I love all of Kai’s solo work, but Rover is my favorite so far (this whole album now has a permanent spot in my playlist). I believe this mini-album showcases his growth as an artist. In this album, he proves that he is not afraid to go outside his comfort zone, even with 11 years in the Korean entertainment industry under his belt. Kai clearly knows what he wants and what direction he wants to go, music and performance-wise. So go on, press play, and let Mr. Rover take you on a ride. 

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EXO Officially Announces July Comeback Date

EXO is getting ready for a new album. The remaining active members have announced their July comeback date. In addition to that, Kai could still be featured in the album despite his recent military enlistment.

EXO Announces July Comeback Date

SM Entertainment confirmed EXO’s July comeback date in a new statement.

“EXO’s seventh full-length album will be released on July 10,” the statement read. It also revealed that Kai had participated in the new LP.

“As it is an album everyone has put their all into, promotions related to the album will proceed as planned. We will release more details soon,” the statement continued.

This is great news for fans who were concerned about Kai after the “Rover” singer tearfully confirmed his military enlistment. Kim Jongin had stated that he was disappointed he couldn’t join the rest of EXO in their next comeback.

“There’s so much that I had prepared. What a pity. That’s what’s upsetting,” Kai said during a live broadcast.

“There’s nothing that I could do about this. I’m sad that I can’t show you what I prepared but I can just show it after I return,” he added.

Although Kai will not be able to join the promotions for the new album, his presence will still be felt in the July comeback.

The comeback also confirms that Xiumin, Baekhyun, and Chen will continue promoting with the rest of the group. The EXO-CBX members had previously notified SM Entertainment of the termination of their exclusive contracts. However, they also assured EXO-Ls that they will continue to be a part of their group despite their legal dispute with SM.

In related news, SM Entertainment announced that EXO is planning to film a group reality show in Korea. The details of the project have not been revealed. However, it was confirmed that the remaining active seven members will participate.

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EXO Confirmed For New Reality Show Without Kai

EXO is ready for a new project. The remaining active members will begin filming for a new reality show. This will be their first group effort after Kai’s military enlistment and EXO-CBX’s ongoing dispute with SM Entertainment.

SM Entertainment Confirms EXO Will Begin Filming As A Group For New Reality Show

On June 8, SM Entertainment announced that EXO is planning to film a group reality show in Korea. The details of the project have not been revealed. However, it was confirmed that the remaining seven members will participate.

On the same day, Xiumin, Suho, Baekhyun, Chen, Chanyeol, D.O., and Sehun were spotted at the Gimpo Airport. It is believed that the EXO members will begin filming for the reality show soon.

The upcoming show will be EXO’s first group project after Kai enlisted for mandatory military service in May 2023. It might be one of the projects Kim Jongin was referring to when he tearfully announced his military enlistment.

Prior to his enlistment, Kai held a free fan meeting that was also broadcast on EXO’s YouTube channel. Kim Jong-in famously celebrated with EXO-Ls after successfully convincing SM Entertainment to organize the fan meet.

The announcement of the upcoming project also confirms that the EXO-CBX members will continue promoting with the rest of the group. Earlier this month, Xiumin, Baekhyun, and Chen notified SM Entertainment about the termination of their exclusive contracts. In response, the agency claimed that the idols were being influenced by a third party.

Since then, the EXO-CBX members and SM Entertainment have been going back and forth with statements regarding the matter. However, it is agreed that Xiumin, Baekhyun, and Chen will continue as members of EXO.

EXO is also set to a comeback later in the year. However, the comeback date and details have not yet been announced. Stay tuned for more updates on this story.

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EXO Reunites To Send Kai Off To Military Service

EXO are supporting the next member to enlist for mandatory military service. All eight Korean members of the idol group were on hand to give Kai a proper send-off for his military enlistment.

EXO Reunited For Kai’s Military Send-Off

The official EXO Twitter account shared a new photo featuring all eight Korean members. Kai is shown surrounded by his fellow members who look happy to show their support.

EXO’s Chinese member Lay is notably absent in the new photo. Lay Zhang had previously decided not to renew his contract with SM Entertainment. However, he will continue to participate in group activities.

SM Entertainment previously confirmed that Kai is required to enlist for military service due to a new law. This would mean that Kim Jongin will not be able to participate in EXO’s upcoming comeback later this year.

Kai immediately expressed his disappointment in not being able to participate in EXO’s next comeback. He went live on Instagram to share his frustration with EXO-Ls.

“There’s so much that I had prepared. What a pity. That’s what’s upsetting” Kai said tearfully. “There’s nothing that I could do about this. I’m sad that I can’t show you what I prepared but I can just show it after I return.”

He also confessed that he would miss his fans when he goes to the military.

“It’d be nice if I could see your faces before I go. I think I’m going to miss you so much. I’m already missing you right now though,” Kai admitted.

Interestingly, the EXO main dancer claimed he would “blackmail” his agency to allow him to meet with his fans before his military enlistment. SM Entertainment announced Kai’s special fan meeting which would be open to EXO-Ls before he enlists for military service.

“I succeeded,” he told his fans on Bubble. “All I had to do was frown a little.”

Kai will serve as a public service worker starting May 11, 2023.

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EXO’s Kai Celebrates After Successfully Forcing SM Entertainment To Organize Free Fan Meeting Ahead of Military Enlistment

Kai is getting his wish to see his fans before he enlists in military service. The EXO main dancer celebrated after successfully convincing SM Entertainment to organize a rush fan meeting. The event will be held before Kim Jong-in’s mandatory military service enlistment next week.

SM Entertainment Announces Special Fan Meeting Ahead of Kai’s Military Enlistment

SM Entertainment shared the announcement regarding the special event.

“We are writing to send out a notice that we have prepared a place on Tuesday, May 9 at 7PM at YES24 Live Hall for Kai and EXO-L,” the announcement read. It also confirmed that the intimate event is free but only available for selected fans. However, those who are unable to attend in person can watch the fan meeting online.

“As it is a small place, the event will be free and only EXO-L ACE III and EXO-L ACE II are able to pre-register,” it read. “For fans that are not able to come to the venue, it will be broadcast live on EXO’s Youtube Channel.”

The special fan meeting is not a surprise for EXO-Ls since Kai had shared his intentions with his fans. The EXO member previously confirmed he will “blackmail” his own company to allow him to hold an emergency fan meeting. Kim Jongin later celebrated on his fan community after successfully forcing SM Entertainment to organize the event.

“I succeeded,” he told his fans. “All I had to do was frown a little.”

Kai had previously expressed his disappointment about having to enlist for military service. He explained that he wasn’t sad about serving his country. Instead, he had been looking forward to showing his fans his plans for EXO’s comeback.

“There’s so much that I had prepared. What a pity. That’s what’s upsetting. There’s nothing that I could do about this,” Kai said.

Kai will begin his enlistment on May 11, 2023. The special fan meeting will be held on May 9, 2023.

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