THE 8, a member of the idol group SEVENTEEN, will headline a major music festival in China. According to Pledis Entertainment, a subsidiary label of HYBE, THE 8 will perform as the final act at the 'MIDOU MUSIC FESTIVAL' scheduled for May 1-2 in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, delivering a solo performance. The festival, which began in 2014, marks its 15th edition this year and has established itself as a mega-event. Last year, it attracted over 80,000 and 60,000 attendees in its June and October events respectively, drawing visitors from across the region and significantly boosting local tourism. THE 8 previously headlined the 'Yue Jian Chao Xiang Music Festival' in Beijing on September 21 last year, where he showcased not only singing and dancing but also an impressive DJing set. His performance generated explosive reactions from fans, with lines forming overnight to witness his act. Following the concert, numerous THE 8-related keywords trended on Weibo's real-time search rankings. Beyond live performances, THE 8's artistic talents are evident in various projects. His single 'Star Crossing Night (feat. GALI)' released last year topped major music charts in China, and his Chinese EP 'STARDUST,' which he participated in writing and composing entirely, also received positive reception from audiences.