It’s been nearly three years since his departure.
Koreaboo
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In May 2023, it was announced that NCT would be restructuring its lineup in several ways. Along with plans for NCT WISH’s formation and debut, several members were announced to be departing, including Lucas.
Lucas | SM Entertainment
The idol had been placed on hiatus in August 2021 due to controversy over his past relationships.
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The idol later went on to make his solo debut in 2024, and release a documentary about his time on hiatus.
The reception was heavily negative with many criticizing his debut and activities. Many also openly criticized the idea of Lucas interacting with current members of NCT, even directly telling a member of WayV not to film challenges with him.
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Recently, Lucas and several NCT members were spotted at an event.
On January 18, clips showing WayV attending a manager’s wedding surfaced online where the group performed two congratulatory songs.
wayv at their manager’s wedding, dancing to nectar and singing to dream launch together 😭💗💗💗 pic.twitter.com/hLQH9CANZH
— 🍒 XIAOJUN JUDYDOLL (@smoldejuns) January 18, 2026
One member of the audience seemed to stick out to fans as he danced and recorded WayV, with fans believing that it was Lucas based on the side profile.
OMG LUCAS IS THAT U?? 👀 pic.twitter.com/xgK4snVyIy
— 𓇢𓆸 (@casyizhuo) January 18, 2026
is that his “yeahhh~” 😭 https://t.co/rqUeZU08Fh pic.twitter.com/diaux8A9EX
— for lucas ꕤ (@444feed) January 18, 2026
It was later confirmed that Lucas was in attendance in a group photo with the bride and groom, where members of WayV, and NCT’s Renjun and Haechan were also seen.
Many have reacted to this, some expressing excitement over the interaction while others had what others consider “adverse” reactions.
i live long enough to see lucas, wayv, and nct dream in one photo pic.twitter.com/3uK1KSRJXO
— milo (@milogranola) January 18, 2026
now why would you cover Lucas’ face? weirdo https://t.co/JOmQ8eS4oq
— Tündi 🦇 (@SmilerTundi) January 18, 2026
Lucas recording wayV like a proud parent: pic.twitter.com/Qa4FEhygNp
— Lucas Base (@Lucas_base_) January 18, 2026
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