Xiumin has been pulled from Asia Culture Festival 2026, and the reason remains unclear.
According to reports from Korean outlet MyDaily, the EXO member's performance at the Japan festival has been cancelled at the last minute. The two-day event takes place June 9–10, giving organizers minimal time to find a replacement.
THE BOYZ's New will perform instead.
No official explanation has been given for Xiumin's withdrawal. There have been no announcements of health issues or scheduling conflicts. In the K-pop industry, such sudden cancellations typically fuel speculation—whether from health concerns, logistics problems, or other undisclosed factors.
Xiumin has been active since completing military service, so fatigue could be involved, though that remains speculative. THE BOYZ's New is now stepping into an unexpected spotlight as the replacement performer.
Reactions on social media are divided. Some Xiumin supporters have expressed disappointment over the last-minute change, while THE BOYZ fans are enthusiastic about New's festival appearance. The circumstances suggest behind-the-scenes developments that may not be publicly disclosed.
