In a surprising move, SM Entertainment announced on December 14, 2025, that Lay, a prominent member of the K-pop group EXO, would be absent from the fanmeeting event, EXO’verse, taking place at the In...
In a surprising move, SM Entertainment announced on December 14, 2025, that Lay, a prominent member of the K-pop group EXO , would be absent from the fanmeeting event, EXO’verse, taking place at the Inspire Arena in Incheon. The announcement came on the same day as the event, leaving fans shocked and sparking widespread speculation. The Sudden Announcement The news was delivered through the fan community platform Weverse, where SM Entertainment stated, "Due to unavoidable circumstances, Lay will regrettably not be able to participate in the fanmeeting." This last-minute change has left fans questioning the reasons behind Lay's absence, especially given the significance of this fanmeeting as EXO's first group activity in nearly two years. Impact on the Fanmeeting The EXO’verse fanmeeting was highly anticipated by fans, marking a return to stage for the group since their hiatus in 2023. The event was expected to feature performances by six members: Suho, Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, Sehun, and L...