Lucas Wong (Huang Xuxi / Wong Yuk‑hei), the Hong Kong‑born K‑pop idol formerly active in NCT, WayV, and SuperM, stepped away from public activities in 2021 after multiple women accused him of cheating, emotional manipulation, and financial exploitation , sparking a major scandal across Chinese and Korean fan communities.

What happened in 2021

  • In August 2021, a Korean netizen claimed Lucas had gaslighted her and made her pay for expensive gifts , followed by other women sharing similar stories online.
  • Amid mounting backlash and a mass resignation of his Chinese fansite, Lucas posted an apology on Instagram, admitting his “wrong behaviour” and announcing a hiatus from all entertainment activities to reflect and “deeply self‑reflect.”
  • His agency, SM Entertainment, effectively removed him from group promotions; he has not participated in major NCT or WayV comebacks since.

Where he is now (2025–2026)

  • Lucas has not fully returned to group activities , but he has slowly re‑entered the public eye through solo‑oriented content , including a documentary‑style apology project and discussions about wanting a “second chance.”
  • Fans and media speculate he is being positioned for a solo comeback rather than a straightforward return to NCT/SM’s main units, given the sensitivity of his situation in China and Korea.
  • As of early 2026, he still has an active fanbase presence (birthday projects, fan‑run accounts), but his official activities remain limited and carefully managed.

How fans and the industry view it

  • Many Chinese and Korean fans remain divided: some condemn his past behaviour and doubt he should be reinstated, while others support his attempts at accountability and growth.
  • Industry commentators note that his path back depends heavily on how Chinese regulators and audiences respond , since WayV and NCT’s Chinese promotions were a key part of his original role.

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