NCT Heads to Coachella, But What's Former Member Mark Up To?

Former NCT member Mark Lee has released a new performance video as NCT 127 and NCT DREAM, the two groups he previously belonged to, prepare for their first appearance at Coachella.

On Nov. 13, Mark released a performance video for his new song "Happiest" through the official social media accounts of his label, Upper Room.

Dancer and choreographer Vata, who is set to marry actress Ji Ye-eun on Dec. 12, served as the performance director. The video also features WeDemBoyz, the dance crew led by Vata.

The video opens with a CD labeled "Happiest" beginning to play. Mark appears alone in an all-white room, dancing to the music before other dancers gradually join him. His movements range from relaxed grooves to more powerful choreography.

Vata also appears alongside Mark for a dance sequence. The two perform together before being joined by the rest of the crew for a group routine. The video features Mark dancing in front of a mirror, along with shots of the dancers moving through the space from different camera angles.

Toward the end, a snow globe containing figures of Mark and the dancers appears on screen. The name of his upcoming studio album, "WINDMILL," is displayed beneath it. The album is scheduled for release on Dec. 4.

Released on Nov. 6, "Happiest" is an alternative pop-R&B track that explores whether the happiness people commonly seek is truly what makes them happy. Mark participated in writing and composing the song, expressing his own thoughts on the meaning of happiness.

Mark ended his exclusive contract with SM Entertainment on April 8, concluding all his activities with NCT, including NCT 127 and NCT DREAM. He has since continued his solo career under Upper Room.

Meanwhile, NCT 127 and NCT DREAM will make their Coachella debuts at the 2027 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California. Both groups are scheduled to perform on April 10 and 17, delivering separate sets before joining together for a performance under the NCT name.