Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Mark Lee left NCT and SM Entertainment after 10 years, and his solo debut has fans more divided than ever. From launching his own label Upper Room to his controversial first solo stage and the mixed reaction to his new track "Ready or Not," Mark's new chapter has sparked debate across the fandom. In this video we break down everything that happened after Mark Lee's NCT departure, why the Upper Room launch split fans, the backlash NCT members faced for supporting him, the Azerbaijan World Environment Day controversy, and why the reaction to his new music has been so mixed. Is this the bold reinvention fans hoped for, or a risky move that's losing his audience?
What do you think about Mark's solo direction? Let us know in the comments.
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Mark Lee left NCT and SM Entertainment after 10 years, and his solo debut has fans more divided than ever. From launching his own label Upper Room to his controversial first solo stage and the mixed reaction to his new track "Ready or Not," Mark's new chapter has sparked debate across the fandom. In this video we break down everything that happened after Mark Lee's NCT departure, why the Upper Room launch split fans, the backlash NCT members faced for supporting him, the Azerbaijan World Environment Day controversy, and why the reaction to his new music has been so mixed. Is this the bold reinvention fans hoped for, or a risky move that's losing his audience?
What do you think about Mark's solo direction? Let us know in the comments.
Subscribe to Kookielit for the latest K-pop news, controversies, and industry deep dives.
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