After Mark, NCT’s Ten Officially Leaves SM Entertainment. Here’s All You Need To Know!
Fans woke up to surprising news on Monday when SM Entertainment shared an update about Ten.
After Mark left NCT and SM Entertainment, new reports have now revealed that Ten is also leaving the agency. The news has left fans shocked and emotional all over the world. However, Ten will not be leaving the groups and will continue his activities as a full member of both NCT and WayV. Read on to know the full details!
Fans woke up to surprising news on Monday when SM Entertainment shared an update about Ten. The agency announced that after a long discussion about his future plans, they had decided to end his exclusive contract on April 8. Even so, Ten will keep working with NCT and WayV as before. The company made it clear they would stay in touch with him to make sure he could join all future group projects without any problem. This comes just days after Mark left the agency, leaving many NCTzens feeling emotional and worried about what it means for the group.
NCT’s Ten has terminated his contract with SM Entertainment. pic.twitter.com/4sNUqMOARp
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SM Entertainment thanked Ten for his hard work. They said he showed great talent both as a group member and as a solo artist. The agency promised to support him fully in his new journey.
In a personal message to fans, Ten shared his honest feelings. He said he thought for a long time about how to tell them the news. Ten felt sorry for sharing it in writing, but he wanted to be open and explained that he would still be Ten from NCT and WayV. At the same time, he wants to try new challenges as a solo artist.
Now that he is almost 30 years old, Ten started thinking deeply about his future. He asked himself what kind of music he wants to make and what side of himself he wants to show the world. Ten said the time spent with NCT and WayV has given him many happy memories and thanked the members, the staff, and especially the fans for standing by him.
He admitted this was not an easy decision and knows it may change many things in his life. But he promised to take full responsibility and work hard so he would have no regrets. Ten thanked Czennies and Wayzennies for their constant love and support.
Fans felt a mix of sadness and hope after hearing the news. Many are now excited to see what new things Ten will bring as a solo artist and group member as well.
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First Published: April 06, 2026 1:33 PM
