SM Entertainment's top boy group EXO originally had 12 members. However, out of the group's four Chinese members, three left the group and the company. Now that it is 2022, what has Luhan, who was one of the former Chinese members, been up to following his departure?
Keep on reading to know Luhan's latest activities.
Luhan's Activities Before Leaving EXO
As a member of EXO, Luhan debuted as the lead vocalist, lead dancer, visual, and face of the group back on April 8, 2012 with their single "Mama," which is part of their debut mini album of the same name released a day later.
Following his debut with the group, Luhan participated in several of EXO's activities and its Mandarin-language sub-unit EXO-M.
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Aside from his participation with their debut album "Mama," Luhan also joined in promotions for EXO's subsequent releases. This includes their first studio album "XOXO" and its repackaged album "Growl," "Miracles in December," "Overdose," and his final album with the group, "EXOLOGY CHAPTER 1: THE LOST PLANET."
Why Did Luhan Leave EXO?
Back in October 2014, Luhan had filed a lawsuit against SM Entertainment to nullify his exclusive contract. Just months before, fellow member Kris had also filed a similar lawsuit to terminate his contract with the company in May.
Luhan and his fellow Chinese members had reportedly suffered from discrimination, in which SM Entertainment favored the Korean members more. Such as them receiving more screen time in performances, endorsements in Korea, and being given more leniency in rules. In addition, the Chinese members had reportedly suffered from health issues.
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According to SM Entertainment's official statement, Luhan wanted to focus more on his individual activities in China rather than with the group due to his health issues.
Two years after filing their lawsuits, the court ruled in favor of SM Entertainment, making both Luhan and Kris' contracts with the company valid until 2022. However, they would not be promoting with the group.
Luhan's Latest Activties Following His Departure From EXO
Despite being legally contracted to SM Entertainment, Luhan went back to China to focus on his individual activities. Since then, he has been active as a singer, actor, and influencer.
He has released numerous single albums, all of sold more than 1.3 million minimum copies each. His latest single album is "π-volume.4," released in October 2020. Aside from that, he has also three mini albums and three studio albums. His last album release was back in March 2021 with "π: Ready To Play?"
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Luhan also participated in soundtrack appearances, lending his voice several Chinese dramas and films. This includes "Sky Hunter," "See You Tomorrow," and "Heaven Official's Blessing," among others. In 2020, he even collaborated with fellow former EXO members Kris and Tao for the songs "Coffee" and "Sensitive," respectively.
Besides his music career, Luhan has also acted in several dramas and films, including "The Witness," "Time Raiders," "Shanghai Fortress," "Sweet Combat," "Sisyphus," and more.
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He was also a cast member of the Chinese version of "Running Man" called "Keep Running" from 2015 to 2018. Luhan was also a mentor for the survival shows "Hot Blood Dance Crew" and "Produce Camp."
Currently, he is the brand ambassador for Gucci in China. He also endorsed other brands such as Oppo, Baidu, Cartier, Puma, Curel, Star Wars, and Minute Maid.
Since October 2017, Luhan is in a relationship with actress Guan Xiaotong.
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Written by Robyn Joan
