EXO members Xiumin and Chen, also known as part of the subunit EXO-CBX, recently visited India for the first time in December 2024. They performed in Mumbai to a large crowd of enthusiastic fans. In an exclusive interview with an Indian news portal, they discussed their changing views on India, the growth of K-Pop, and more.
A Warm Welcome in India
Xiumin and Chen, whose real names are Kim Min Seok and Kim Jongdae respectively, have been in the entertainment industry for nearly 13 years, since their debut with EXO. They have released music as a group, as a subunit, and as solo artists, along with contributing to soundtracks and other projects. Their global fanbase includes a large following in India, as demonstrated by the energetic crowd at their Mumbai performance. Before taking the stage, they spoke about potential collaborations with Indian artists and the significance of K-Pop’s expansion. They then performed popular songs such as Xiumin’s Brand New and Chen’s Everytime, creating an electric atmosphere with the audience singing along in Korean. The singers were visibly touched by the fans’ support and expressed their desire to return.
K-Pop’s Growth and Changing Perspectives
As experienced artists, Xiumin and Chen expressed pride in the growth of the K-Pop industry. They explained that they consider various factors before releasing new music. They also shared how their perception of India has changed after experiencing the immense love from their Indian fans (EXO-Ls), stating that they would remember the country through their fans’ support.
Potential Collaboration with Armaan Malik
During the conversation, Chen was asked about the possibility of a collaboration with Indian singer Armaan Malik, who has previously expressed admiration for Chen’s vocals. The full interview provides more details on this topic.
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