A rumored plan regarding NCT and SM Entertainment is circulating on social media platform X, sparking speculation among K-pop fans worldwide. According to the leaked schedule:
- January 10, 2027: SM Entertainment merges with A20, with Lee Soo Man making his official return to SM.
- January 15, 2027: SM allegedly cancels NCT’s “infinite system” hiatus, planning two new units: NCT A20 and NCT X.
- January 25, 2027: Visual teasers for both new NCT units are set to be revealed.
- February 1–25, 2027: Promotional preparations for NCT A20’s debut, including member introductions and debut tracks.
- March 1, 2027: NCT A20’s official debut, with the final scene of the music video hinting at NCT X.
- April 1, 2027: Promotions for NCT X begin, potentially featuring members from NCT A20 and NCT Wish.
The original post sharing this plan has since been deleted, leaving fans eager but cautious about the validity of the rumors.
Lee Soo-man previously sold his SM shares to HYBE in 2023, stepping away from day-to-day operations amid economic tensions involving Kakao, SM, and HYBE. Following the sale, Lee Soo-man and HYBE publicly supported each other and signed a non-compete agreement.
Since his departure from the Korean entertainment industry, Lee Soo-man has been primarily active in China, founding the company A20. The new rumors suggest a potential return to Korea and SM, with ambitious plans for NCT’s next chapter.
Fans are now speculating about how NCT A20 and NCT X might fit into the group’s existing structure, and whether Lee Soo-man’s return could signal major changes for SM Entertainment’s future.
Sources: Netizenbuzz
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