K-pop sensation and EXO member Kim Jong-Dae, better known as Chen, dazzled Malaysian fans at his first solo concert “2024 CHEN FAN-CON ‘Beyond the DOOR'” at Kuala Lumpur’s Mega Star Arena on 8 November.
The excitement began even before the show, as thousands of devoted EXO-L received heartfelt gifts – two cherished photo cards of Chen and a special hand banner bearing the touching lyrics of “Fall In Love Again” alongside the words ‘You Are My Home.’
As the clock struck 8 PM, the venue erupted in thunderous applause and a sea of Eribong light sticks as Chen took the stage, opening the night with his enchanting rendition of “Empty.” The melodious-voiced idol continued to captivate hearts with soul-stirring performances of “Dandelion,” “Remember,” and “I Don’t Even Mind.”
The atmosphere turned playful during the ‘Chen-llenge’ segment, where the singer attempted to guess EXO song lyrics. Much to fans’ delight, Chen’s endearing personality shone through as he cheerfully accepted his penalties, donning alien and dinosaur costumes when he failed the challenges.
Ever the professional, he continued to charm the audience by performing “Playlist,” “Fall In Love Again,” and “Hold You Tight” while still wearing the dinosaur costume!
After treating fans to an intimate video interlude where he shared his musical journey and songwriting process, Chen returned to deliver more magical moments. The crowd was moved by his heartfelt performances of “Beautiful Goodbye” and “Love You,” which he dedicated to his loyal fans who have steadfastly supported both him and EXO.
The enchantment continued with “Don’t Remember” and “Shall We?,” before reaching a breathtaking peak during “Starlight,” where the Mega Star Arena transformed into a celestial landscape illuminated by fans’ yellow star-shaped lights.
The night wasn’t over yet – responding to passionate encore chants, Chen returned to the stage for a grand finale. He performed the beloved “Everytime,” known for its feature in the hit Korean drama “Descendants Of The Sun,” before closing the unforgettable evening with “Best Luck.”
Though the magical two hours seemed to fly by, Chen left his Malaysian fans with a promise to return alongside his EXO members for future concerts.
The spectacular show, presented by IMC Live Global, proved to be an intimate celebration of music and connection between the artist and his devoted fans.
