Overview
- SM Entertainment said the singer's exclusive contract has ended and he will depart the company.
- The agency thanked fans and said it would support his next chapter, asking for encouragement for his future work.
- His departure follows recent contract conclusions for NCT's Mark and WayV's Ten this month.
- Lucas debuted with NCT U in 2018 and later joined SuperM and the China‑based NCT unit WayV.
- Reports cite a 2023 personal controversy that preceded his move to solo work, and neither side outlined his next affiliation.