K-Pop <\/a>star Mark Lee has announced that he is leaving NCT 127 and NCT Dream following the conclusion of his contract with entertainment agency SM Entertainment.<\/p>\n According to Billboard<\/em><\/a>, the singer and rapper, also known mononymously as Mark, is leaving both groups 10 years after he first signed to SM Entertainment.<\/p>\n “After a long period of in-depth discussions with MARK regarding the direction of his future activities and following adequate conversations between both parties, we came to a mutual agreement to conclude his exclusive contract as of April 8,” the company confirmed in a statement. “Accordingly, MARK will end all NCT activities, including NCT 127 and NCT DREAM.”<\/p>\n The company praised Lee for showcasing his “outstanding abilities” in both NCT and as a solo artist, and said it looks forward to seeing what he accomplishes with his career following his departure.<\/p>\n COMPLEX SHOP:<\/b> Shop the brands you love, anytime and anywhere. Uncover what’s next. Buy. Collect. Obsess.<\/a><\/p>\n NCT Dream will continue with six members, while NCT 127 will continue with seven.<\/p>\n “Out of all the things my heart wants to say right now, I truly wish to say thank you,” Lee said in a statement. “Thank you for loving, supporting, and shaping me to become who I am today. I truly believe that our hearts have better sight than our eyes, and what my heart sees right now isn\u2019t a closing door but rather an opening a new one.”<\/p>\n Lee added that he will “never forget” the love shown towards him by his bandmates and fans. “I’m not playing here, and I am for sure not playing with your guys’ hearts,” he continued. “You guys make me want to be a better person, and I hope my decision in life can only become a positive impact to anyone watching. I\u2019m truly and always thinking about you guys.”<\/p>\n Lee was also a member of SM Entertainment\u2019s unit group, SuperM, which included members from EXO and SHINee. He released his solo debut album, The Firstfruit<\/em>, in April 2025.<\/p>\n NCT 127 are expected to return with new music in 2026. The group is scheduled to headline the KCON LA festival in August.<\/p>\n <\/a> \u2018KPop Demon Hunters\u2019 Co-Director Says Sequel Will Be \u2018Bigger\u2019: \u2018We Have the Big Idea Locked In’<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n <\/a> Founder of Los Angeles\u2019 BCD Tofu House, Frequented by K-Pop Stars, Dies at 89<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n <\/a> BTS’ V Gets Serious About Learning English: \u2018I\u2019m Locking in for Real This Time No Excuses’<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Lil Mama Makes Surprise Guest Appearance on Bow Wow\u2019s Brooklyn Tour Stop<\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n Pop Smoke\u2019s Family Announces Coffee Shop in Honor of Late Rapper<\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p>\nRelated News<\/h3>\n
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