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you can MARK me in your heart ♡

[✰ .ᐟ @mleeaces]

orang-orang dari dulu sering bgt mocking mark pas masih jd member nct, skrg udah keluar jg masih dijadiin bahan candaan. mulai dari agensinya, lagunya, vokalnya, outfitnya, semua dikomentarin. kalo ditegur pasti alesannya 'itu cuma jOkE'. pls leave him alone 🫩

[MARK LEE BASE @Marklee_base]

260607 📰 #MarkLee #마크리

Mark, formerly of the group NCT, has unveiled the blueprint for his solo career. About two months after announcing his departure from NCT and his separation from SM Entertainment last April, he has officially launched his own creative company, Upper Room, signaling the start of a new chapter.

However, as this marks his first major move since leaving the group, there is a sense of both anticipation and concern. In particular, with various interpretations circulating regarding the name of his agency and the teaser content, all eyes are on how Mark will prove his decision through his future work.

On the 3rd, Mark opened an official social media account under the name “uprmlable” and released a related video. He also shared the account on his personal social media, signaling a fresh start. The newly created account is Upper Room’s official social media, and the establishment of his new agency has been official as it was recently announced that Mark has completed business registration as “Upper Room Co., Ltd.” with himself listed as co-CEO.

This drew even more attention as it was the first concrete plan revealed since his departure from NCT in April. At the time, Mark shocked the fans as he ended his exclusive contract with SM Entertainment and wrapped up all group activities under NCT. He explained the reason for his new choice, saying, “I naturally began to think about what the best dream I could have, and what the best work and purpose could be for me while living as Mark.” At the time, some speculated that Mark, who holds Canadian citizenship, might shift his activities to focus on the North American market. However, with his own establishing company and preparing new activities based in Korea, it appears his next steps will be quite different from expectations. In particular, as Upper Room presents itself as a creative company rather than basic independent label, curiosity about the creative results he will showcase is growing.

However, unexpected controversy followed immediately upon the launch. After the agency’s name was revealed, some pointed out that “Upper Room” refers in the Bible to the upper room in Jerusalem where Jesus shared the Last Supper with his disciples and where the Holy Spirit descended after the Resurrection. Fans' opinions are also mixed as interpretations emerged that Mark is known to be a devout Christian, may have embedded religious meaning in the agency’s name and announcement film.

In response, the Upper Room side explained, "It goes beyond a simple physical space, it embodies a place where like-minded people gather to share thoughts and ideas and discover new possibilities." They also stated that the announcement film, inspired by the era of metal movable type, was meant to express the value of creation and respect for creators, thereby putting an end to various speculations.

Nevertheless, opinions on Mark’s independent path remain divided. As he embarks on his solo career after leaving the global brand NCT, there are high expectations but also concerns. In the end, what matters is the work he delivers. As he made the difficult decision to leave a group he spent a long time through thick and thin with, the music and content he will present in the future will likely determine how persuasive that choice will be in future evaluations. The attention is focused on what story Mark will tell as he writes his own chapter as he steps out of the familiar confines and stand a new starting line.

🔗https://t.co/3XUS4wsaGv

[ris @soloistmrk]

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⠻⢿⣿⣿⣿ mark lee, you are my star
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[ً @LOOKSMKL]

a million different stars but you’re the one

[UN Environment Programme @UNEP]

#WorldEnvironmentDay might be wrapping up, but the climate challenge isn’t. Neither is the growing movement of people, cities and countries taking action.

This is just a glimpse of the action, ideas and momentum driving climate action around the 🌎.

Let’s keep it going #NowForClimate: https://t.co/SKg07kn0En

[ris @soloistmrk]

“i got a message from mark hyung too, wishing me a happy birthday” �

[ris @soloistmrk]

haechan said mark wished him happy birthday 🥹😭

[ٰ @joyfularchives]

haechan said mark wished him happy birthday 😭😭😭😭 my mahae 😭😭😭

[Mukhtar Babayev @Mukhtar_Babayev]

Pleased to welcome Mark Lee, globally recognized K-pop artist, rapper and singer, to Baku as part of the cultural programme of #WorldEnvironmentDay2026.

World Environment Day brings together people, ideas and cultures from across the world, demonstrating that environmental action is not only about policies and technologies, but also about awareness, creativity and human connection.

We discussed the growing role that artists and cultural figures can play in raising awareness of climate and environmental challenges and inspiring younger generations to engage in sustainability efforts.

We also discussed the potential for future cooperation with him to help strengthen public engagement on climate action and environmental awareness.

#WED2026 #ClimateAction #CultureForClimate

[moi. @wtrmooileen]

“cause my heart knows more than my eyes can see, doesn't matter if i'm ready or not." — mark lee, 2026.

[✰ .ᐟ @mleeaces]

what a bad excuse lol

[leesbian riku @femmaeri]

@xiaojuntwilight i wasnt aware of that so thanks for letting me know

[ris @soloistmrk]

mark is so pretty

[nada🫑 @formakkuu]

oh esquire korea uploaded mark's performance and the audio quality is so good here 🥹

[ris @soloistmrk]

markiepoo

[✰ .ᐟ @mleeaces]

mark be like:

[leesbian riku @femmaeri]

im ngl i did not care for mark leaving nct 😂

[yuppi @markyuppi]

“mama, look i'm here.. up in the sky, the world is just so big, but my world is bigger than that”

MARK LEE 😭 I'M CRYING 😭

[yuppi @markyuppi]

mark lee's hands were literally shaking 😭😭😭 he must've been so nervous... markie, you did amazing. you're so goat 🤍

[ESQUIRE Korea @esquirekr]

this special performance was done at World Environment Day 2026 hosted by UNEP and Azerbaijan. ‘Ready Or Not?’(2026) - Written, Composed & Performed by Mark Lee.
🔗 https://t.co/QLBm7Mfwlr

#NowForClimate #marklee #readyornot #마크