BREAKING NEWS:

EXO’s Kris’ (Wu Yi Fan) legal representatives met for the first arbitration meeting with SM Entertainment to discuss the outcome of Kris’ intent to end his contract with the entertainment giant.

Discussions ended without either side having made any progress in the matter. Legal representatives made a statement to the press of that effect, “the case will continue. We have nothing in particular to say.”

Neither SM Entertainment director Kim Young Min or Kris were in attendance at this meeting, which is likely to be the first of many more to come. As previously reported (below) Kris is currently in Prague filming director Xu Jing Lei's “Somewhere Only We Know".

Kris first filed a suit to have his contract with SM Entertainment dissolved back on May 15. In addition he is allegedly seeking 20 million won (approx. $21,000 AUD) in damages.

Source: Naver

IN EARLIER NEWS: EXO’s Kris confirmed to be filming with director Xu Jing Lei

Chinese media outlet Sina has reported that EXO’s Kris is confirmed to be filming director Xu Jing Lei’s movie, “Somewhere Only We Know” (有一個地方只有我們知道) in Prague, Czech Republic.

Kris, who is currently on hiatus from promotional activities with EXO, will begin filming as early as June 24.

The movie “Somewhere Only We Know” is a romance film about a girl who leaves for Europe after the death of her grandmother. She meets a guy there and falls in love with him. (Soompi)

With this news, the possibility of a return to promotional activities with the group seems more unlikely.

Are you happy for Kris and his new endeavours?

Here are some of the press photos that have surfaced so far:

IN EARLIER NEWS: EXO's Kris working with Chinese director Guo Jingming

Chinese media outlet Sina has reported that Chinese director and renowned author Guo Jingming and EXO's Kris are currently working together. The director appeared at a recent press conference for his movie Tiny Times 3 and stated,

"Kris and I are working on a fun, mysterious project together. I can't reveal it right now, but when its time, everyone will know."

Following Kris seeking to terminate his contract with SM Entertainment, he hasn't revealed mush else to the press; there has only been speculation that he might be being treated for a heart condition in Beijing (see below).

Allegedly SM Entertainment had prevented the pair working together previously, while Kris was under contract. If this is true, then it will more than likely affect Kris’ case against SM Entertainment which the Seoul Central District Court have referred to mediation.

IN EARLIER NEWS: EXO's Kris spotted at a Beijing hospital

Chinese media site Sina (they own SN site weibo) reported that a fan spotted Kris at Fu Wei Hospital in Beijing, "the largest hospital specialised in treatment, prevention and research in cardiovascular diseases" having a check-up. As reported earlier, Kris is rumoured to be suffering from Myocarditis (an inflammatory virus that infects the heart muscle).

This is the photo a fan posted to weibo that is supposed to be Kris, we can NOT confirm that it is actually him.

We haven't heard anything from Kris since the statement he made publically on weibo page that he's "alright" after seeking to terminate his contract (see below).

IN EARLIER NEWS: EXO members speak out about Kris' departure

EXO held a press conference just before their last ‘EXO FROM. EXOPLANET #1 – THE LOST PLANET’ concert date in Korea today, where members' openly expressed their feelings about Kris seeking to have his SM Entertainment contract nullified. According to Hello K-pop, here is what each of them had to say:

Chen: “Just like how rain hardens the soil, our member’s teamwork has also become stronger.”

Lay: “There was a lot of disappointment and we were hurt. Due to rumors, EXO fans became divided and I’m upset there was this misunderstanding,”

“I hope there aren’t situations like this in the future and I want EXO to become one.”

Chanyeol: described the situation as “chaotic and confusing”. However,

“Because we practiced so much and had more rehearsals, our bond grew stronger. I think that is how we created this perfect performance,”

“I can confidently say that you will be able to feel the quality of our performance at today’s concert.”

Suho: “At that moment, the biggest feeling was confusion and because the concert was so close, it was psychologically and physically very difficult and painful.”

He continued, focusing on the concert,

“I’m very nervous and excited, and because it’s the last day, I’m also very happy. It’s such an honor to stand on the stage that our seniors have stood on.”

Source: Star News, Ten Asia & Osen.

How do you feel as fans who support both the group and Kris' decision?

IN EARLIER NEWS: Kris' whereabouts and health condition remain uncertain

As the Korean Herald reports, since filing to have his SM Entertainment contract nullified, EXO member Kris has not returned to Seoul following a showcase in China. His whereabouts are uncertain.

There has been a number of reports, namely from Chinese Media outlet Sina, that suggest Kris visited a hospital in the city of Guangzhou to have his heart assessed as he is rumoured to be suffering from Myocarditis (an inflammatory virus that infects the heart muscle). Guangzhou is also Kris’s hometown.

S.M. Entertainment have announced that EXO’s concert will go ahead regardless of Kris’ return, May 23-25 in Seoul.

The last time we heard from Kris publically was the statement he made on his personal weibo account:

"I'm alright, I wish you all the best, and that things will be even better for you guys. Thanks to all of those who support me, thanks for all your voices of support. Wu Yi Fan will always be here!”

IN EARLIER NEWS:

EXO's Kris has supposedly dropped out of the boy band’s forthcoming world tour and as reported by Chinese media outlet QQ (Tencent), his place in the group remains uncertain. The rest of the members have expressed shock and sadness at Kris’s actions.

Here’s what they had to say:

Lay: "Our EXO members are carrying out our activities and have no issues with our agency."

Chen: "All of the members are having a difficult time and were hurt by this. It is sad that this happened right before our concert which we've been dreaming about for a long time."

Tao: "Pulling this kind of action without consulting any of us as we await our world tour which is important to all of us is unacceptable and it is a bad act of betrayal [can also be understood as 'it is an act of bad faith']."

Xiumin: "It's very bewildering that such a thing has happened. But even during a time like this, our 11 members will unite and put our all into preparing for our concert to keep our promise with fans. We are One!"

Luhan: "Our 11 members all think the same way and will focus on preparing for our concert. We hope that there will be no more malicious public sentiment."

We have contacted SM Entertainment to confirm the interview is real and will let you know when we have a response.

IN EARLIER NEWS: EXO's Kris seeks to terminate his contract

Twitter and reddit erupted this morning after renowned Chinese media entertainment company Sina (they own Weibo) released an article which suggests that Kris from EXO is in Seoul Central District Court fighting to have his contact dissolved. If you remember what happened to Super Junior’s Hangeng in December 21, 2009 – it’s a similar situation – he eventually won his case.

See the original Sina article for verification. It is summarised in English in this UNOFFICIAL twitter pic:

Since this morning, SM have stated the potential termination of Kris’s contract is unheard of. As @EXOOfical (The UNOFFICIAL International Fanbase for SM Entertainment) tweet reiterates linking to this daum.net article:

Media group 10Asia have since stated:

"A suit regarding the termination of the contract has been submitted under Kris's Chinese name (Wu) on the 15th... As it has just been submitted today, it has not been completely processed through the system."

SM Entertainment has finally responded to say,

"We are trying to confirm the facts regarding the lawsuit requesting for the termination of Kris' contract. It is a very shocking issue, but we will do our best so that EXO's activities will go on smoothly."

The same lawyer who represented Hangeng of the law firm Hankyul will be representing Kris in his case.

The law firm rep confirmed with media outlets, "It is true Kris has filed a suit today (15th) against SM Entertainment for the nullification of his contract... Lawyer Cho Bum Suk, who represented Hangeng, has picked up this case."

More updates to come as this saga unfolds!