A recent photo of former NCT member Mark has seen his whereabouts and visuals hit with scathing criticism from Korean netizens.
Mark | SM Entertainment
Mark sparked shock after announcing his departure from NCT and SM Entertainment.
Mark Lee Withdraws From NCT — Leaves SM Entertainment
Recently, a photo of Mark with David Lee was shared online.
I’m really curious what this guy’s (sorry, I forgot his name😭) role in Mark’s new career is. They’ve been seen everywhere together. His co-writer? Commercial producer? His agent? Just there to keep him company and introduce him to key figures in the industry?😅 pic.twitter.com/ErPoc2RiPL
— Reu Ꙩ (@ReuTei) April 29, 2026
Yet, while many international fans loved the update from Mark, it sparked major criticism and backlash from Korean netizens after the screenshot went viral, with over 2 million views.
The OP shared that it was a recent update from Mark, 20 days since he left NCT.
엔시티 탈퇴한지 20일 가량 지난 어제 마크 근황.jpg
영원히 데이비드(그 교회남)랑 함께.. pic.twitter.com/3pgL9wmLJH
— 핑 (@MiniPeler) April 29, 2026
It’s been about 20 days since he left NCT, and here’s Mark’s latest update from yesterday.jpg
Forever together with David (that church guy)..
Yet, the comments were extremely negative towards Mark and David Lee. Some hit back at the idol’s visuals and facial expessions, while others wanted thim to get a “job” quickly.
아니 잘살기라도 하지
왜 파프리카가 됐어
하 https://t.co/HQOnVX9gP7
— 또띠 (@tottia72) April 30, 2026
Seriously, at least live well
Why did you turn into a paprika (i.e., get all red / look ridiculous)?
Sigh
차라리 사귄다고하는게 더 이해갈듯 https://t.co/tUQRc7H41C
— dajungkim (@dajungkimbm2) April 29, 2026
Honestly, it would almost make more sense if he said they were dating
정말 못생겼어 https://t.co/1yic655Ixu
— 똥 (@liberaljaehee) April 29, 2026
He’s really ugly
근데 대부분남돌들이 b급정도로 생겼는데 돈을 통해서 매력적이게 됐다고 생각함(잘생겼단말은아님) https://t.co/QUwqzgHNRs
— 윤환 (@yun_hwan_98) April 30, 2026
But honestly, most male idols are kind of “B-tier” looking, and I think money is what makes them seem attractive.
핑님 어서 직장 구하세요 https://t.co/xaKcZvTXYF
— 쿨냥이 (@renchenmt) April 29, 2026
Ping-nim, please hurry up and get a job.
You can read more about Mark’s departure below.
Former NCT Mark’s Transformation After Leaving SM Entertainment Sparks Huge Reactions
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