EXO Lay, Chanyeol Leaves Eris in Tears — Is OT9 Comeback on the Horizon?

EXO-Ls/Eris were surprised by a rare reunion of Lay and Chanyeol, as they showcased their brotherhood and hinted at future collaborations.

Here's what happened.

Recent Activity Cementing Lay's Position in EXO

Lay Zhang officially left SM Entertainment in 2022, but fans remain puzzled about his status in EXO. His departure from the agency raised questions about his ongoing affiliation with the group, especially considering his absence from SM Entertainment's official member list.

In his statement about leaving SM Entertainment in April 2022, Lay expressed his intention to continue as an EXO member despite his departure from the agency.

Lay shared his thoughts in a letter:

"I will always be an EXO member, and I will continue to support my brothers and the EXO-Ls."

Despite initial confusion, recent events have clarified Lay's continued involvement with EXO. The resurgence of EXO's Christmas hit "First Snow," accompanied by a viral dance challenge, saw Lay participating with his own rendition, reaffirming his connection to the group.

In a recent candid confession, Lay mentioned his close relationship with fellow EXO Chanyeol, indicating that they stay in frequent contact.

"I keep in touch with Chanyeol the most. Although we haven't met, we often contact each other through SNS."

EXO Lay, Chanyeol Livestream: Idols Surprise Loyal Eris in Recent Broadcast

The highlight of their recent interaction was a live broadcast, where Lay and Chanyeol appeared together, much to the delight of EXO-Ls.

During the broadcast, they discussed their respective solo endeavors, teased upcoming music projects, and even hinted at a potential collaboration.

EXO-Ls were thrilled to witness this rare reunion and expressed hope for more joint activities in the future.

EXO-Ls React to Lay, Chanyeol Reunion: Joy, Concern, Hope

While the reunion brought joy to many fans, some expressed concerns about Lay's current hairstyle. His pink-dyed hair styled in multiple small braids sparked criticism, with fans highlighting potential cultural appropriation issues.

Despite the hairstyle controversy, fans remained optimistic about the future of EXO and the bond shared between Lay and Chanyeol.

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