from winwin 💌
hello everyone, i am winwin, dong sicheng.
from 2016 to 2026, it’s been ten years. i wanted to write this letter sincerely as a way of looking back on and reflecting on everything these past ten years have meant to me.
over the last decade, i went from being a trainee to debuting as a member of NCT 127, and later becoming a member of WayV. looking back, i am incredibly grateful for every person i have met along the way. i feel so lucky because everyone i encountered showed me warmth and kindness.
the photos i have collected over the past ten years now take up more than half the storage on my phone. every now and then, i come across old pictures from years ago, and each one brings back a different story. looking back, there were definitely times when i felt exhausted, struggled, or stumbled along the way. but what has stayed with me the most are the happy moments, the unforgettable memories, and all the love i received.
when i reflect on those years now, i realize that every small but genuine moment became a light that guided me forward. every step i took mattered, and each one shaped me into the person i am today.
i want to sincerely thank everyone at the company, every teacher, every senior, and every staff member. thank you for believing in me, for guiding me, and for giving a young, inexperienced version of myself a place to begin. because of you, i was able to debut as part of a group, travel all over the world, and meet the people who have loved and supported us. as an sm artist, i was able to stand on stage for the very first time and experience what it felt like to perform under lights that were meant for me.
without those opportunities, perhaps many people would never have known me, and i wouldn’t have had the chance to meet so many wonderful people who chose to support me. these ten years will always remain one of the most precious chapters of my life.
as time passed, i gradually became more certain about the path i want to follow in the future. i want to continue balancing both acting and performing on stage, while taking my time to create work that truly belongs to me.
after many thoughtful conversations and careful consideration, the company and i have mutually agreed to part ways on good terms.
from the bottom of my heart, i wish sm, every team, and all the members nothing but happiness and success. i hope all of you continue to shine brightly.
finally, i want to sincerely thank everyone who has stayed by my side and everyone who has loved and supported me throughout this journey.
no matter how far apart we’ve been or where you’ve come from, you’ve walked this path with me all these years. you witnessed every stage i stood on. i still remember every light that shined for us from the audience, and i will never forget how you embraced my imperfections with so much understanding and love.
i have never been the best at expressing myself with words, but please know that i have treasured every bit of your love and support. i’ve carried it all with me in my heart.
i hope these past ten years have become a warm and beautiful memory for both you and me, one that will never fade.
the road ahead is still long, but i will continue moving forward with everything i‘ve gained and all the love you’ve given me.
i will keep working hard, stay true to who i am, and become an even better winwin.
and to everyone reading this letter, i sincerely wish you peace, happiness, and that all your dreams come true.
SM chased him for years to join the company while he was just a teen only to ended up mistreating and sabotaging his idol career for over a decade. THANK GOD he's free and well off as an actor now
Winwin, congrats on your freedom! I hope your studio team gives you lots of good opportunities, resources, treats you better, your dramas become big hits, and your career keeps growing. Wishing you all the happiness and success you deserve.
Happy WIndependence Day
NCT 127 5TH TOUR 'NEO CITY - THE REDLINE'
SEOUL ➫ 2026.09.18–09.20
JAKARTA ➫ 2026.10.03
HONG KONG ➫ 2026.10.10–10.11
SINGAPORE ➫ 2026.10.18
BANGKOK ➫ 2026.10.31–11.01
TAIPEI ➫ 2027.01.02
STAY TUNED
EVERYTHING, ALL AT ONCE, NEO
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