Seoul, South Korea – June 2023 — Despite ongoing anticipation among fans, a reunion between former and current EXO members has still not materialized following recent public events, including last week’s charity soccer match in Seoul. Hopes were high that the appearance of several idols in the same venue could spark a long-awaited public interaction, but sources close to the artists confirmed that no meeting took place.
Fans Eager, But the Distance Remains
Since EXO’s debut in 2012, the group has seen multiple lineup changes due to contract expirations, solo activities, and military enlistments. Although the group’s legacy continues to resonate globally, the emotional gap between current and former members appears to linger.
During the charity match, EXO’s Suho and Baekhyun were seen interacting warmly with other celebrities, while former member Tao was spotted in the stands, quietly supporting the event. Rumors spread quickly online that a backstage reunion might be on the horizon — but it seems that opportunity was missed.
“There were no scheduled private meetings or group plans after the match,” said an insider from the event’s organizing team. “While the atmosphere was friendly, all artists followed their own schedules.”
A Complicated History
The idea of a reunion has remained a sensitive topic within fandom circles. With former members such as Kris, Luhan, and Tao pursuing successful careers in China, and Lay recently stepping away from SM Entertainment, aligning all members — even for a casual meeting — has proved challenging.
Legal tensions and unresolved emotional dynamics have long stood in the way of reconciliation. However, fans continue to hold out hope, especially as EXO celebrates its milestones and legacy.
“Maybe Someday”
Many fans took to social media expressing both disappointment and continued hope. Hashtags like #EXOReunionWhen and #StillOneEXO trended briefly on Twitter following the match.
“Even if they didn’t meet this time, we believe the bond is still there,” said one fan from Indonesia. “EXO is a family, no matter the distance.”
While the reunion didn’t happen this time, insiders hint that private lines of communication are not entirely cut off. Whether a full public reunion ever takes place remains to be seen — but for now, the wait continues.
Several long-time fans continue to follow the careers of EXO members who left, hoping for even brief moments of interaction that might signal a future reunion. Meanwhile, recent headlines about EXO Kris news have sparked renewed conversations about the possibility of reconciliation between the original lineup.