EXO’S D.O. Made His First EXO Member To Appear On Jonathan Thona’s Popular Variety Program, The K-Star Next Door

In a recent episode of Jonathan Thona’s highly popular variety program, “The K-Star Next Door,” EXO’s D.O. took center stage as the show’s latest guest. This appearance marked a significant milestone as he became the first member of EXO to grace the show with his presence. During this captivating episode, D.O. and Jonathan Thona delved into various aspects of his career, including his return from mandatory military service in 2021 and the release of his new mini-album, “Expectation.” Moreover, they discussed EXO’s eagerly anticipated comeback in the summer of 2023.

EXO’s Long-Awaited Comeback: “EXIST”

EXO, the renowned K-Pop sensation, thrilled fans worldwide with the release of their seventh album, titled “EXIST,” on July 10, 2023. This comeback marked a remarkable return after a hiatus of three years and eight months. D.O. shared his perspective on this long-awaited return, likening it to an “old student returning to school.” He alluded to the ever-evolving K-Pop landscape, where countless new idols and groups have emerged since EXO’s last comeback. The conversation also touched on the fact that EXO, once among the younger groups in the industry, now finds itself among the more seasoned veterans.

D.O.’s “Unbothered” Ending Fairy Moment

Jonathan Thona couldn’t resist highlighting a memorable moment from EXO’s “Cream Soda” music show promotions. In this particular instance, D.O. captured fans’ attention by looking off to the side of the stage instead of maintaining eye contact with the camera at the end of their performance. This unanticipated gesture quickly gained fame as D.O.’s “unbothered” ending fairy moment.

The Evolution of the “Ending Fairy” Trend

In the world of K-Pop, the “ending fairy” trend has become a beloved tradition where idols craft unique and memorable poses to conclude their performances. however, D.O. confessed that this trend was entirely new to him, and he candidly expressed his reservations. He found the concept of creating these ending poses to be somewhat “awkward” and “cringy.”

Interestingly, netizens had a different perspective on D.O.’s unconventional ending moment. They perceived it as a display of his genuine sentimentality. When Jonathan Thona inquired if D.O. had practiced this unique pose, the EXO member playfully admitted that he did indeed practice it. He acknowledged that his “side look” was a result of his desire not to reveal any exhaustion or fatigue to the audience.

D.O.’s Unique Trend

In the end, while D.O. might have found traditional ending poses awkward, he inadvertently created his own trend with his “unbothered” ending fairy moment. This episode of “The K-Star Next Door” offered fans a delightful glimpse into D.O.’s personality and his perspective on the ever-evolving world of K-Pop.

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