On April 3, NCT fans were met with a surprise announcement regarding Mark's official departure from the group.
SM Entertainment announced that, after much discussion, Mark has decided to part ways with the agency and withdraw from NCT. Following the sudden announcement, Mark also personally wrote a handwritten letter to fans, expressing his sincerity and reassuring them.
Other NCT members have also expressed concern for fans and took to various social media platforms to also deliver their perspective. Member Jisung took to the fan communication app Bubble to leave a lengthy message to fans.
He opened up by writing, "It’s a night that makes me worry about NCTzens. Seeing how much you’re hurting has been especially difficult for me, too." He continued, "I was planning to go live today and talk with you all, but I was worried that in a time like this—when emotions are so sensitive, and things feel overwhelming—what I want to say might come across differently than intended. So I decided to write instead."
He continued to comfort fans and share his perspective on the current situation. He wrote, "At first, I felt resentment too. But after understanding that person, and the effort they put in—even though I didn’t express it much—I truly want to support the path of someone I cared about from afar. Nothing lasts forever, but just as love is the wish for something to last forever, I think letting someone go—even when you don’t want to—is also a form of love."
He concluded by saying, "I know all too well that the love NCTzens give is neither ordinary nor something to be taken for granted, which makes me worry even more. I hope you always stay healthy and find happiness often."
Below is Jisung's full Bubble message:
"It’s a night that makes me worry about NCTzens.
Seeing how much you’re hurting has been especially difficult for me, too.
Have you eaten?
I was planning to go live today and talk with you all, but I was worried that in a time like this—when emotions are so sensitive, and things feel overwhelming—what I want to say might come across differently than intended. So I decided to write instead.
These days, I’ve been filming a drama while preparing various things.
I’ve been making sure to eat well in between, so please don’t skip your meals either.
Last week, we held our final concert as seven members.
To be honest, I had already shed some tears quietly while practicing in the rehearsal room. But when I stood in front of NCTzens, I became even more immersed.
When we sang “Our Season,” so many memories came to mind.
I think the reason our lyrics feel so special is that they’re not only messages for NCTzens, but also words we say to Dream and to ourselves. Especially at the concert, the songs felt different than usual.
Even when it wasn’t my part, I found myself singing along. I tried to cherish every single moment—remembering the lights, the stage setups, NCTzens, and our members—everything I could see.
Everyone has their own precious life, and I believe choosing a path and moving forward is ultimately up to each individual. I’m no different. For anyone with a dream, there comes a time when you have to quietly walk the path you believe in.
At first, I felt resentment too. But after understanding that person, and the effort they put in—even though I didn’t express it much—I truly want to support the path of someone I cared about from afar.
Nothing lasts forever, but just as love is the wish for something to last forever, I think letting someone go—even when you don’t want to—is also a form of love.
I think the ones hurting the most right now are NCTzens.
I’m not writing this hoping you’ll feel the same way as I do, but because I kept thinking about what might help you feel even a little better.
I know all too well that the love NCTzens give is neither ordinary nor something to be taken for granted, which makes me worry even more.
I hope you always stay healthy and find happiness often.
I’m letting go of one of the most loved moments of my life.
I’m proud to say I spent ten years that were more special and precious than anything else.
But this isn’t the end—it’s part of a journey. There will be even better things ahead.
It may be hard right now, but when things get better, I hope you’ll slowly look back on those days with fond memories—and look forward to what the members and I have yet to show you.
There will be so much more.
Please wait just a little longer.
I’m sorry for causing such deep hurt.
NCTzens, I hope you have peaceful dreams tonight."
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