Fans Raise Concerns Over NCT Dream, WayV’s Future Following Mark And Ten’s Exit From SM Entertainment!
While the group will keep going, fans are now watching what happens with the other members and the subunits.
It is a tough time for NCT fans as Mark announced his departure from the group. On the other hand, Ten revealed that he is leaving SM Entertainment. Even though the Thai singer and dancer will still take part in NCT and WayV activities when his schedule allows, these back-to-back announcements have left fans feeling anxious and full of questions about the future of the groups. Read on to know all about it.
The news came one after another and surprised everyone. First Mark shared his decision, then Ten followed soon after. However, even before that, inside information about members leaving made rounds online. Fans started talking about when other members’ contracts might end in 2026. This made many people worry that more members could leave the group.
so basically by the summer we could potentially have no nct dream…
— Sarah (@secondsofsarah) April 3, 2026
According to the circulating information, Johnny’s contract may end in January. In July, Yuta, Winwin, and Haechan could decide about renewing their contracts. August might be important for Renjun, Jeno, Jaemin, Chenle, and Jisung. Most of them are expected to stay with the company. Later in the year, Jaehyun and Doyoung are likely to start their military service, which usually lasts 18 months.
These dates created a lot of discussion on social media. Fans felt worried, especially about the future of NCT Dream and WayV. Some fans were shocked, some made sad jokes, and others posted emotional messages.
For those unversed, on April 3, 2026, SM Entertainment announced that Mark Lee would leave the agency and NCT on April 8. After ten years with the company, his contract was ending. Mark had been a big part of NCT 127, NCT Dream, and NCT U. Now, NCT 127 will continue as a seven-member group and NCT Dream as a six-member group.
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A few days later, fans got more shocking news. SM Entertainment said that after long talks about his future, they decided to end Ten’s exclusive contract on April 8. Still, the Thai singer and dancer will keep joining NCT and WayV activities whenever his schedule allows. The company promised to stay in touch with him so he could take part in future group projects.
While the group will keep going, fans are now watching what happens with the other members and the subunits.
What do you think? Let us know all about it!
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First Published: April 07, 2026 3:04 PM
