KAI Successfully Completes KAION U.S. Tour

Rosa Gulliver
Sep 8
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Rosa Gulliver of TINYGMUSIC | September 9, 2025

KAI Successfully completes KAION U.S. Tour

KAI, a member of the popular K-pop boy group EXO, successfully wrapped up his first U.S. solo tour, KAION, visiting five cities: Los Angeles, Grand Prairie, Atlanta, Rosemount, and New York. The shows received praise from both media and fans alike.

The Dallas Observer says, “it isn’t far out to say that KAI is already at a level where he could tour bigger stadiums next time. His dedication to visual artistry, choreography and storytelling suggests a performer who desires to connect with his fans, making up for lost time by giving it his all.”

KAI’s captivating showmanship and extensive discography drew the audience in, with fans cheering loudly and singing along to his songs.

He performed his viral hits “Rover,” “Mmmh,” and “Adult Swim,” which sparked singalongs and explosive energy. His medley of EXO’s iconic songs, “Growl,” “Tempo,” “The Eve,” and “Love Shot” generated even more excitement, with fans singing along passionately.

At his final show at the renowned Theatre at Madison Square Garden in New York, KAI officially announced that EXO will be making a comeback. Furthering the excitement, EXO prepares to turn back the clock.

At 1:26 AM on September 8th, EXO’s official social media accounts surprised fans with a newly unveiled image, evoking the moment of a total lunar eclipse in the vast universe, accompanied by the text “DECEMBER 2025,” sparking a wave of excitement. Notably, the image also included the phrase “WHEN WE BECOME TRUE ONE, A NEW WORLD AWAKENS,” a meaningful line rooted in EXO’s unique universe storyline that ignited the “K-pop worldview boom” with their debut in 2012, heightening fans’ curiosity worldwide.

With member Sehun set to complete his alternative service soon, EXO plans to resume full-group activities and connect with fans through a wide range of projects, raising anticipation even further.

About KAI

KAI is a member of EXO, the group known for redefining K-pop history, and SuperM, often referred to as the Avengers and all-stars of the K-pop realm. As a solo artist, he made a powerful debut with his first mini-album KAI, featuring the title track “Mmmh,” which received an overwhelming response from fans worldwide. His song “Mmmh” has surpassed 200 million streams on Spotify and 150 million views on YouTube. His hit track “Rover” became a viral sensation, garnering over 180 million streams on Spotify.

Most recently, KAI released his fourth mini-album, Wait On Me—a seven-track project that further redefined and elevated his signature style. He made headlines with his impactful fashion and has served as an ambassador for brands such as Gucci, earning the distinction of being the sole K-pop artist listed in Rolling Stone’s “The 25 Most Stylish Musicians of 2022.” In 2018, he was ranked No. 1 in Cosmopolitan Indonesia’s “Sexiest Man in Korea,” and in 2019, he was ranked 7th on British GQ’s “The 50 Best Dressed Men of 2020.

KAI became a brand ambassador for GUCCI Eyewear in 2019, participating in several campaigns. He was also named the first male muse in Korea for BOBBI BROWN. His ongoing partnership with GUCCI led to the launch of a capsule collection, KAI X Gucci, celebrating the brand’s 100th anniversary.

Following his successful comeback, KAI embarked on his first solo concert tour, further cementing his status as a cultural icon and leader across the music, dance, and fashion industries.

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