Here’s Why EXO’s Lay Suddenly Flew Back To China And Missed Group’s Fan Meeting!
Lay had taken part in practice sessions the day before without any issues.
Fans were extremely happy when EXO, one of the biggest K-pop groups, planned a big reunion. However, many felt sad after knowing that only six members would join at first. Still, they felt excited about a new album and the fan meeting. Things changed fast when news came that Lay would not attend the group’s fan meet because of reasons he could not control. Reports now say he flew out of Korea on the same day as the event. Read on to know more about it.
According to allKpop, EXO’s fans, aka EXO-Ls, were all over the moon for the EXO’verse event held at Inspire Arena in Incheon. Two sessions took place on December 14, one in the afternoon and one in the evening and fans looked forward to seeing the members together after a long time. Suddenly, news came that Lay could not join. SM Entertainment shared this update on the same day and they explained that it happened because of reasons beyond control. Lay had taken part in practice sessions the day before without any issues.
SM Entertainment announces LAY won’t participate in EXO’s upcoming fanmeeting ‘EXO’verse’:
— “Due to unavoidable circumstances, member Lay will unfortunately be unable to participate in the fan meeting.
We ask for your understanding regarding this sudden change in participating… pic.twitter.com/6H93SoIEmd
— Kpop Charts (@kchartsmaster) December 14, 2025
Reports claim Lay got an important call from China right after rehearsal on December 13. He then told the company he could not stay for the show and the next morning, he took a flight back home. People began to wonder about the true reason behind his absence. Many think it might link to ongoing problems between China and South Korea.
Well, even with the change, the event moved forward smoothly. Suho, Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, and Sehun appeared on stage. They sang fan favourite songs and connected with the audience as a group after a long time.
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Responses to the K-pop idol’s absence from the fan meet are mixed. Some felt sad about it, while others wholeheartedly enjoyed the performances from the five members. For those of you who don’t know, the group plans to release a full album early next year.
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First Published: December 14, 2025 7:38 PM
