EXO’s Lay Recalls Overcoming Physical Challenges With Kai During Grueling Training Days, Says He Suffered ‘Serious’ Injuries

In an interview, Lay was interviewed about the physical challenges he and Kai faced during his internship days for EXO.

On social media platform X (formerly Twitter), a clip showed Lay opening up about trainees’ challenges ahead of EXO’s debut. The interviewer pointed out that a month before EXO’s presentation, Lay had injured his lower waist due to intense training.

As a result, this led to Lay being unable to stand and left him mostly lying in bed for a month, leading to EXO’s debut being postponed.

However, Lay revealed he is not alone in the struggle, as his fellow lead dancer Kai also suffered a physical strain.

“There was actually one member laying down with me, and it was Kai,” he said Lit the singer said.

“He wasn’t well either, so we both rested (a lot) that time.”

After the interviewer inquired about the severity of the situation, Lay confirmed that the injuries were serious. “We couldn’t dance and could only lie at home.”

Lay then clarified that the debut wasn’t exactly postponed by a month, but it was only a matter of time before he could join and avoid missing the debut.

“It’s not like it was postponed by a month, as the month was initially focused on training, and it was a shame we couldn’t participate that time.”

Lay added: “However, I am fortunate to be able to get up and participate in group training, so I did not miss the opportunity to debut.”

EXO fan Eris also shared their thoughts on the clip, as some pointed out how passionate the two idols are in dancing, while others showed disdain for SM Entertainment.