NCT Promotional Photo Sparks Speculation About Member’s Possible Departure

Mark shocked fans by announcing his departure from both NCT and SM Entertainment. This unexpected move sent waves through the K-pop community.

Soon after Mark’s exit, speculation grew that WinWin might also be leaving NCT. WinWin has been inactive in Korea for a while, focusing mainly on his acting career in China. This fueled rumors about his future with the group.

A recently shared NCT member board, believed to show the current lineup ahead of the group’s tenth anniversary, notably excluded WinWin’s name. Fans took this as strong evidence that WinWin has officially left NCT.

Fans quickly reacted online, with many not surprised by WinWin’s absence due to his long inactivity in the group. Others expressed mixed feelings, hoping he might still release music or perform despite his successful acting career.

“i mean ngl it was pretty obvious he is out of the group, they’re just waiting for his contract to be over like i don’t think anyone would be surprised about it good for him tho, winwin is doing way better in china”
— felicity ????︎???? WYLD & GLOW (@shalalalies)

“We honestly saw it coming. He’s got a pretty good career in china. He’s on variety shows, has an upcoming drama where he’s the ml. He’s just choosing more opportunities than a 3-second line in a song BUT DONG SICHENG with nct will always remain ICONIC, our og heather great dancer”
— THE GRASS (@Grassestea)

“Man ik winwin is gone gone but I still hope he releases music or performances nothings wrong w acting it’s just that I really liked him for his performances n interactions w the members”
— Mishy (@_chojill)

“Idk why are they keep hinting this nct ot24 when it’s clear that winwin is not coming back”
— Sha (@imixxiw)

As the situation unfolded, fans continue to watch closely. WinWin’s focus on acting in China seems to mark a new chapter, while Mark’s departure confirms a major shift in NCT’s lineup.