NCT's Doyoung has completed basic military training, sharing a heartfelt message and a photo on social media to celebrate the milestone.

NCT's Taeyong wrapped up his first Asia tour, performing in Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur. He delivered a powerful setlist of 23 songs, showcasing his identity as a solo artist. Fans expressed their pride and excitement, and Taeyong promised to continue engaging with them through upcoming music releases.

Kstyle's inaugural visual ranking by IDOLCHAMP highlights ORβIT's Yonghoon as the top idol in the 30s+ category. The ranking includes legendary K-POP groups like BTS, TVXQ, and SUPER JUNIOR, showcasing the best visuals as voted by fans. The voting period runs from January 26 to February 9, 2026.

On the afternoon of the 9th, AMI PARIS celebrated the opening of its flagship store in Seoul's Yongsan district. Attendees included NCT's Taeyong, Choi Wooshik, Lee Jae-wook, and Thai actor Alec, along with designer Alexandre Mattiussi. Taeyong discussed his aspirations as a composer, while the HYBE family showcased a dance video featuring matching 'SWIM jumpers' worn by BTS and other participants from 'That Snow'.

Mark, who recently departed from NCT, celebrated the group's 10th anniversary by thanking fans for their support and expressing his apologies. He shared that he is taking time to prepare for the future while not actively following social media. Mark emphasized his gratitude for the fans' encouragement and expressed his intention to return in a better form. He also apologized to fans hurt by his departure and wished to focus on his dreams moving forward.

NCT has officially launched the 'NCT 2026' project to celebrate their 10th anniversary, introducing a new slogan and a roadmap of activities. Key events include album releases, tours, and a pop-up store. The project aims to redefine their history and engage fans worldwide through various content and events.

TEN from NCT and WayV expressed his thoughts on the conclusion of his contract with SM Entertainment. He plans to continue as a member of NCT and WayV while also embarking on new solo challenges. Reflecting on his journey since debuting in 2016, he expresses gratitude to fans and staff, acknowledging the difficulties he faced moving from Thailand to Korea. As he turns 30, he contemplates his future direction and commits to making responsible choices without regrets.

Mark has officially announced his departure from NCT, sharing a heartfelt message with fans through 'Bubble.' He expressed gratitude to his members and fans, promising to return in a better form. Following his contract termination with SM Entertainment, NCT will continue with remaining members. Mark's emotional letter reflects his appreciation and commitment to his supporters.

Ten, a member of WayV, will leave SM Entertainment as of April 8, following a mutual agreement. The agency thanks fans for their support and assures that they will coordinate Ten's participation in future group activities with WayV and NCT. They also express gratitude for Ten's contributions as both a group member and solo artist.

NCT's Mark has officially left the group, with SM Entertainment announcing the end of his contract. Members expressed their feelings, apologizing to fans for the sudden news and sharing their gratitude for the support received. They emphasized the importance of moving forward and promised to continue their activities as NCT 127 and NCT DREAM.

Mark has announced his departure from NCT after a decade, sharing his journey and dreams in a heartfelt letter. He expresses deep gratitude for the experiences and support from fans and members, while acknowledging the challenges of this decision and his desire to pursue new musical endeavors.