The NCT era is officially shifting gears. Following the high-profile departures of Mark and Ten, Lucas has now cut ties with SM Entertainment.

After eight years, his contract concluded on April 24, 2026. This marks a seismic structural transition for the collective, signaling that the K-pop giant’s massive, multi-unit experimental phase is evolving into a bold new future.

After eight years, his contract concluded on April 24, 2026. This marks a seismic structural transition for the collective, signaling that the K-pop giant’s massive, multi-unit experimental phase is evolving into a bold new future.