Ten from WayV leaves SM Entertainment as of April 8. The agency expresses gratitude and plans for his future group activities.
April/6/2026 14:46
Ten from NCT and WayV is leaving SM Entertainment. The agency, SM Entertainment, announced today (the 6th) through an official press release that Ten's exclusive contract has ended. The agency stated, 'We sincerely thank the fans who have shown great interest and love for WayV,' and revealed, 'After deep discussions regarding Ten's future activities, we inform you that the exclusive contract will end on April 8.' Regarding Ten's future group activities, they explained, 'We plan to adjust so that Ten can participate in future group activities with WayV and NCT.' They also expressed gratitude to Ten, who has shown excellent abilities both as a group member and as a solo artist since his debut, and sincerely support Ten's new departure. 'We will continue to support the activities of WayV members without reservation and will do our utmost for the fans who support WayV,' they conveyed. Prior to this, on the 3rd, member Mark announced that he would also end his exclusive contract with SM on April 8, stating that he would conclude all group activities with NCT 127, NCT DREAM, and others. - NCT Mark announces contract termination with SM... leaving all groups (official) - 2NE1 & NCT Ten to hold special live shows in Japan! Two days in Yokohama in May.
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