“…waiting for his contract to be over…”
Koreaboo
1 hour ago
Recently, netizens were shocked when Mark announced he was leaving both NCT and SM Entertainment.
Mark Lee Withdraws From NCT — Leaves SM Entertainment
Yet, following Mark’s departure, netizens believe that WinWin‘s departure might also have been confirmed.
NCT’s Winwin | WinWin Weibo
The idol has not been active in Korea for some time, mainly focusing on acting in China, leading to major speculations about his position within NCT.
Popular Third-Gen Idol Sparks Speculations Of “Never Returning” To Group With Recent News
Recently, a board with the members of NCT was shared online ahead of the group’s tenth anniversary, with the OP believing it is the current lineup.
#NCT so it seems correct… thats
really the current NCT LINE UP https://t.co/9BplBavDEA pic.twitter.com/Bn7vEdlZao
— ja ✧.*。 (@NCT20RESONANCE) May 15, 2026
Netizens quickly noticed that WinWin’s name was not on the board, leading to the belief that it was proof the idol had truly left the group. While some were not too surprised, as he hasn’t been active, some still wanted to see WinWin as an idol even though he is thriving with his acting.
Oh winwin is #gone fr a third plane is about to hit ncity towers https://t.co/mq7D40ic4m
— maya angelonew (@miumiuthong) May 15, 2026
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 𓆩❤︎𓆪 WYLD & GLOW (@shalalalies) May 15, 2026
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) May 15, 2026
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 https://t.co/kR5fRrwS38
— Mishy (@_chojill) May 15, 2026
Idk why are they keep hinting this nct ot24 when it’s clear that winwin is not coming back https://t.co/tktmHxjN8C
— Sha (@imixxiw) May 15, 2026
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