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    Kai

    Kai

    Awards & Honours

    12

    Awards Won

    3

    Honours

    3

    Rankings

    5

    Covers

    2

    Records

    Kai's solo achievements stand out in the K-pop industry. He is one of the few idols to win a Best Male Artist award at MAMA for a solo release, and his EP Rover became a viral sensation, amassing millions of TikTok views. His fashion influence is equally notable, with Gucci featuring him in global campaigns. His recognition as a style icon by GQ Korea and Vogue Korea underscores his impact beyond music.

    Kai receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Gucci Global Ambassador

    Gucci·2019

    Named brand ambassador and muse for the fashion house, appearing in multiple global campaigns.

    Yves Saint Laurent Beauty Global Ambassador

    Yves Saint Laurent Beauty·2020

    Served as global ambassador for the beauty brand.

    Lacoste Ambassador

    Lacoste·2021

    Served as brand ambassador for Lacoste.

    Rankings & Lists

    #Listed

    Men of the Year

    GQ Korea·2017
    #Listed

    100 Most Handsome Faces

    TC Candler·2018
    #Listed

    Most Handsome Faces

    TCC Asia·2021

    Magazine Covers

    Vogue Korea

    2016-01-01

    Kai's Dance of Style

    GQ Korea

    2017-03-01

    The Performance King

    W Korea

    2019-05-01

    Kai in Gucci

    Dazed Korea

    2020-02-01

    Solo Flight

    Harper's Bazaar Korea

    2021-04-01

    Fashion Forward

    Records & Feats

    First EXO member to be publicly revealed

    Career Milestone·2011

    Kai was the first member of EXO to be introduced to the public via a debut teaser in December 2011.

    Viral success of 'Rover' on TikTok

    Chart Record·2023

    The choreography and styling of 'Rover' became a viral trend on TikTok, boosting Kai's global recognition.