EXO was one of the first Kpop groups to emerge on the scene almost more than a decade ago. The boys are still the talk of the town every time they release a musical project, and that’s why their fandom, better known as EXO-L, keeps increasing as the years go by.
EXO’s 13th anniversary is approaching and the tensions between EXO-L and SM Entertainment have reached its climax. Previously, the music agency announced a celebratory live event featuring members Suho, Chanyeol, D.O., and Kai, making the notorious absence from Chen, Baekhyun, Xiumin, and Lay—along with Sehun’s ongoing military service.
EXO-L was completely outraged after the announcement because they believed the celebration must include the nine members of the boy band. Ultimately, they are using the hashtag #EXO_IS_NINE to demand unity for the milestone occasion.
The fandom also popped up outside SM Entertainment’s headquarters with a protest truck plastered with banners. The banner’s message is clear: “13 years of EXO, 9 hearts as one.” The tension keeps increasing, and SM hasn’t commented on the situation.