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WINWIN Departs SM Entertainment for Solo Focus
8 Jul
Summary
- WINWIN ends his exclusive contract with SM Entertainment to focus on his career.
- He will conclude all activities as an NCT member on July 9.
- WINWIN has been focusing on his acting career in China since early 2021.
WINWIN has officially concluded his decade-long journey with SM Entertainment. The 28-year-old artist will depart the company as his contract renewal approached, opting to focus entirely on his music and acting careers in China. His activities as a member of NCT will officially cease on July 9.
Since early 2021, WINWIN has been on an indefinite hiatus from his K-pop groups, including NCT 127, NCT U, and WayV, to pursue acting opportunities in his home country. He established a private studio to manage his burgeoning acting career, starring in Chinese dramas and a film, with more projects upcoming.
WINWIN's departure follows a trend of original members re-evaluating their contracts with SM Entertainment. Other artists like Mark Lee and TEN have also recently concluded their exclusive contracts for solo activities, with some forming their own companies. Korean members' contract renewals are currently on hold due to mandatory military service.
WINWIN will continue his solo endeavors under his personal studio and Yuekai Entertainment, marking a new chapter in his artistic pursuits.
