Despite being amidst a lot of turmoil for his father's insistence he depart from EXO and SM, Tao, who's remained relatively silent on the subject, might be making a public appearance soon for his birthday!

Tao's Chinese fan site, Baidu Tao Bar, wrote on its official Weibo recently, "May 2, 2015 is Tao's 22nd birthday.  In addition, it will be the first birthday for Tao after his return to the country," revealing the news of a birthday party.  According to Baidu Tao Bar, the birthday party will take place on May 2 in Beijing with 150 members.

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The fan site revealed the party was prepared especially for Tao with the hopes that they will create everlasting memories.  Particularly interesting is the high possibility of Tao's participation in the event, which the fan site hinted at!  This will make it his first appearance since the rumors of his departure following his father's statements.