Netizens Weight In On EXO’s Return As A 5 Membered Group

“I’m waiting.”

Recently, EXO has been a topic of discussion as the group approached their 13th anniversary.

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With Chen, Xiumin, and Baekhyun‘s departure from SM Entertainment and the related legal issues, some have taken sides against the three members. Recently, Baekhyun was even accused of “ruining” EXO.

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On the day of their anniversary, EXO’s D.O., Suho, Kai, and Chanyeol held a live stream, sparking mixed feelings regarding the members not in attendance.

Amid these discussions about EXO and the members, netizens recently weighed in on the thoughts of a five-membered EXO consisting of D.O., Suho, Kai, Chanyeol, and Sehun.

A netizen shared images of the five members in a viral forum post, commenting on their visuals.

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EXO’s Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, and Suho | SM Entertainment

Many surprisingly commented that they were anticipating EXO’s return featuring these five members, referring to them as EX5. Netizens also remarked on the group seeming “balanced” even without the other 4 members.

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  • EX5 is just perfect.
  • There’s a vocal member, a dance member, a leader, and a visual—it’s more than enough, lol.
  • Please give us EX5 ladder games, an album, and a concert. I’m waiting.
  • Five members are actually perfect for choreographing—it’s easier to see and looks cleaner.
Source: theqoo (1) and (2)

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