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Comprehensive chronicle of Chen's journey to global stardom
Comprehensive chronicle of Chen's journey to global stardom
At the 25th High1 Seoul Music Awards on January 14, 2016, EXO made history by winning the Grand Prize, Main Prize, and Hallyu Special Award. This marked the first time a K-pop artist achieved three consecutive wins in the ceremony's history.
EXO, including Chen, made history by winning three consecutive awards at the 25th High1 Seoul Music Awards.
On 2016-11-24, the movie 'My Annoying Brother' opened in local theaters, featuring Chen (D.O.) in a lead role.
The movie 'My Annoying Brother,' starring D.O. in a lead role, has premiered in local theaters.
Chen will now pursue solo work under Baekhyun's label I&B100 while remaining with EXO under SM Entertainment. This dual path opens a new chapter in his career.
Chen will continue with EXO under SM Entertainment while also launching a solo career with Baekhyun's indie label, I&B100.
SM Entertainment has renewed contracts with Chen and the rest of EXO, securing their future music collaborations. The group will continue their activities together under the label.
SM Entertainment stated that the contracts of Chen and the other members were renewed.
Chen released his third solo EP 'Last Scene' on November 14, 2022, his first individual project in three years. The title track explores themes of loss and hollowness, signaling a new artistic chapter while highlighting his enduring vocal talent.
Chen's third EP 'Last Scene' marks his first solo release since 2019, exploring personal growth and emotional depth.
On October 15, 2020, Chen released the single 'Hello' as a farewell gift to fans ahead of his military enlistment. This heartfelt release marked a pivotal moment in his solo career.
Chen's new single 'Hello' serves as a farewell to fans before his military service.
On October 1, 2019, Chen released his second solo EP 'Dear My Dear', featuring six tracks including the retro pop single 'Shall We?'. This final solo project before 'Last Scene' further cemented his reputation as EXO's standout vocalist.
Chen's second solo EP 'Dear My Dear' includes six tracks, highlighted by the retro pop lead single 'Shall We?' and a self-penned song 'My Dear'.
Chen's second EP 'Dear My Dear' cemented his vocal reputation and signaled a transition before his final project 'Last Scene'.
Chen released his debut solo EP 'April, and a flower' on April 1, 2019, marking his first individual project outside of EXO. The album was a major commercial success, showcasing his unique musical style and broad appeal.
Chen releases his debut solo EP titled 'April, and a flower'.
Chen released his debut solo album in 2019, marking a major milestone in his post-EXO career after being part of EXO sub-unit EXO-CBX.
Chen's debut solo EP 'April, and a flower' was a major commercial success.
On May 9, 2018, EXO-CBX released their debut Japanese full-length album 'MAGIC'. The 11-track album features a solo song by Chen, showcasing his individual artistry.
EXO-CBX's debut Japanese album 'MAGIC' highlights Chen's solo vocal talents and marks the group's growing presence in Japan.
On April 10, 2018, EXO-CBX released their EP 'Blooming Days', further enriching the sub-unit's musical legacy.
EXO-CBX, including Chen, released their new EP 'Blooming Days'.
In May 2017, EXO-CBX debuted in Japan with the album 'Girls'. The release expanded the sub-unit's discography and marked their entry into the Japanese music market.
EXO-CBX, including Chen, released their first Japanese album 'Girls'.
In October 2016, EXO-CBX debuted with their EP 'Hey Mama!'. This release marked the sub-unit's first extended play, expanding their musical discography.
EXO-CBX, including Chen, released their debut EP 'Hey Mama!'.
On June 9, 2016, EXO released their third studio album 'EX'ACT', featuring the track 'Lucky One'—a personal favorite of member Chen. The album further showcased the group's evolving musical style and success.
EXO's third studio album 'EX'ACT', featuring Chen's preferred track 'Lucky One', was released.
Chen's duet 'Everytime' with Punch topped Gaon's charts in March 2016, showcasing his vocal talent and the success of the 'Descendants of the Sun' soundtrack. The album's high demand was evident through strong preorders and sales, cementing Chen’s reputation as a standout soloist in K-pop.
Chen's solo song 'Everytime' for the 'Descendants of the Sun' soundtrack was one of his early solo endeavors.
Chen's duet 'Everytime' with Punch topped Gaon's weekly music and download charts, highlighting both his vocal skill and the soundtrack's widespread appeal.
Preorders for the 'Descendants of the Sun' soundtrack album, featuring Chen's song 'Everytime', have begun online, signaling strong initial demand.
The first volume of the 'Descendants of the Sun' soundtrack album, featuring Chen's song 'Everytime', was released to commercial success.
In 2014, Chen lent his vocals to the drama 'It's Okay, That's Love' with the theme song 'Best Luck.' This track highlighted his significant contribution to the show's soundtrack.
Chen performed 'Best Luck', the theme song for the drama 'It's Okay, That's Love'.
Chen debuted as EXO's main vocalist in 2012. The group rapidly achieved widespread fame, launching his acclaimed music career.
Chen debuted as a member and main vocalist of the internationally popular boy group EXO.