K-pop Idol Departures & Agency Abuse Claims
Key Questions
What is Heeseung's departure from ENHYPEN?
Heeseung left ENHYPEN in March to pursue a solo career under BELIFT Lab with the project 'Evan'. This marks a significant shift for the group.
Why is Mark Lee leaving NCT and SM Entertainment?
Mark Lee, a 26-year-old founding member of NCT 127 and NCT Dream, is departing SM Entertainment in a surprise move. Details on his future plans remain unspecified.
What mistreatment allegations have surfaced from a K-pop girl group?
An unnamed girl group revealed severe mistreatment and abuse by their agency via Threads. This echoes recent boy group protest trucks and highlights ongoing industry issues.
Heeseung departed ENHYPEN in March for BELIFT solo 'Evan'; Mark Lee exits NCT/SM. Unnamed girl group alleges severe mistreatment/abuse by agency via Threads, echoing recent boy group protest trucks.
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Updated Apr 10, 2026