NCT Mark left the K-pop group and ended contract with SM Entertainment. (Photo / SM Entertainment)
Mark of NCT will leave SM Entertainment and conclude all activities with the group on April 8, the agency confirmed.
On April 3, SM Entertainment announced that it had reached a mutual agreement with Mark to end his exclusive contract following “long and in-depth discussions” regarding his future direction.
As a result, Mark will step down from all NCT activities, including promotions with NCT 127 and NCT DREAM. The decision will take effect on April 8.
SM Entertainment expressed gratitude for their time together, stating that they are thankful for the years spent working with Mark and will support him as he begins a new chapter.
Mark debuted as part of NCT in 2016 and has been active across multiple units, playing a key role in the group’s global expansion and musical releases over the past decade.
Following his departure, NCT 127 will continue as a seven-member group consisting of Johnny, Taeyong, Yuta, Doyoung, Jaehyun, Jungwoo, and Haechan. NCT DREAM will promote as six members: Renjun, Jeno, Haechan, Jaemin, Chenle, and Jisung.
SM Entertainment added that it will continue to fully support the activities of NCT members and strive to meet fans’ expectations in future promotions.
Who Is NCT?
SM Entertainment launched NCT (Neo Culture Technology) in 2016. The group boasts for its unique “limitless” concept, allowing multiple sub-units and flexible member participation.
NCT operates through various units, including NCT 127, NCT DREAM, and other global teams, each targeting different markets and musical styles. The group has built a strong international fanbase, earning reputation on its experimental sound and large-scale lineup.
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