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WATCH: EXO's Kai asks to 'Wait On Me' in comeback MV

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Jaehwa Bernardo

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<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1745226702956vlcsnap-2025-04-21-17h11m26s460.png" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">EXO&#x27;s Kai in a scene from the music video of single &#x27;Wait On Me.&#x27; <em>Screenshot from video on SMTOWN&#x27;s YouTube channel</em></span></span></span></div><p>Kai of K-pop boy group EXO returned Monday with his highly anticipated fourth extended play (EP) &quot;Wait On Me,&quot; marking his first comeback since completing his mandatory military service.</p><p>The seven-track EP was released alongside the music video for its title track, which prominently features the song&#x27;s choreography, interspersed with scenes of Kai in a desert under a bright sun.</p><div><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JLqXeMabsEQ?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span></div><p>Label SM Entertainment described the single &quot;Wait On Me&quot; as a pop track infused with Afrobeat rhythms, according to <a href="https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20250421002700315"><strong>a report</strong></a> from news agency Yonhap.</p><p>The EP also includes the pre-release singles<a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/music/2025/4/3/watch-exo-s-kai-turns-up-heat-in-adult-swim-mv-1801"><strong> &quot;Adult Swim&quot;</strong></a> and &quot;Walls Don&#x27;t Talk.&quot;</p><p>&quot;Wait On Me&quot; is the 31-year-old idol&#x27;s first album since completing his military service in February and follows his third EP, &quot;Rover,&quot; released in 2023.</p><p>Apart from the comeback, Kai is also gearing up for his solo concert tour, &quot;KAION,&quot; which is scheduled to make a stop in Manila on July 27.</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/events/2025/4/5/exo-star-kai-s-kaion-in-manila-ticket-prices-seat-plan-1142"><strong>EXO star Kai’s ‘KAION’ in Manila: Ticket prices, seat plan</strong></a></div><p>Debuting with EXO in 2012, Kai, whose real name is Kim Jong-in, has captivated fans with his exceptional dance skills. Beyond the stage, he has also made his mark in the fashion world, becoming a global ambassador for Gucci in 2019.</p><p>Behind his cool and charismatic image, Kai is also known for his endearing and quirky personality, often showcased in variety shows. Earlier this year, he took on a new role as the host of the YouTube-based series &quot;Jeongwaja&quot; (Changing Majors), where he visits different universities and immerses himself in a new academic program each episode.</p>

<p>Kai of K-pop boy group EXO has returned with his highly anticipated fourth extended play (EP) 'Wait On Me.'</p>

Kai of K-pop boy group EXO has returned with his highly anticipated fourth extended play (EP) 'Wait On Me.'