Kai of popular South Korean group EXO turned up the heat as he staged his first-ever solo concert “KAION” in Manila.
The K-pop star drove Filipino fans, a.k.a EXO-Ls, wild with a series of fiery performances, including hits like “Mmmh” and “Rover.”
According to the EXO main dancer himself, it was the energy of Pinoy fans that fueled his passion onstage.
“Manila’s energy is just really, really hot. Your screams and cheers are just really amazing. It’s making me a lot more energetic and hot here,” said Kai.
Here are five moments Kai left fans breathless during his Manila show:
Sexy in red
Clad in striking red, Kai opened the show with his sultry debut single “Mmmh,” setting the mood for the night right from the start.
@concertqueenph Mmmh #kaionconcert #kaioninmanila #kai #kaiinmanila2025 #kimjongin #exo #Mmmh ♬ original sound – Concert Queen PH
Hotter Than Summer
Kai brought the house down with the electrifying choreography of “Bomba,” leaving fans in awe—and himself drenched in sweat after the powerful routine.
@exoxweareone BOMBA ❤️🔥 #EXO ##KAIONinMANILA #fyp ♬ Bomba – KAI
He’s Mr. Rover
Wearing nothing but a black leather jacket that revealed his abs, Kai sent fans into a frenzy during his performance of the hit “Rover.”
@mariejenalvar Mr. Rover in Manila #kai #kaion #kaioninmanila #exo #kpop ♬ original sound – Marie
Like Peaches
With smooth moves and hip-focused choreography, Kai had the crowd swooning as he danced to the sensual rhythm of “Peaches.”
@elgiii4 Kaion Manila – Peaches 🍑 Guys I don't think we're still talking about the fruit? #KAI #카이 #EXO #엑소 #KAION #KAI_SOLO_CONCERT_TOUR #2025_KAI_SOLO_CONCERT_TOUR_KAION #KAIinMANILA2025 ♬ original sound – Gem
Vanilla or Manila?
In a steamy twist, Kai swapped the word “Vanilla” with “Manila” while performing the track alongside his female backup dancers—making the moment even hotter for Pinoy EXO-Ls.
@spring_osh94 Special Stage : MANILA VANILLA (creative yan??) #KAI_SOLO_CONCERT_TOUR #KAI #KAIONINMANILA ♬ original sound – spring_osh94
