NCT's Mark surprises fans at 'lookalike contest' in NYC, causing a frenzy
On December 13, NCT’s Mark made an unexpected appearance at a lookalike contest held in his honor at Washington Square Park in New York City. The event, which had already drawn significant interest, was scheduled for 1:27 PM.
Just a day before, Mark discovered a poster for the contest and shared it on his Instagram story, piquing fans' excitement and sparking high expectations for the event.
In late 2024, several media outlets reported a significant rise in the popularity of look-alike contests across countries like the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, and Australia. This surge in look-alike events was largely attributed to the success of a Timothée Chalamet look-alike contest held in October this year.
Mark’s surprise arrival instantly turned the gathering into a frenzy. As soon as he stepped onto the scene, fans flocked to him, creating a massive crowd that quickly surrounded the idol. The overwhelming number of fans left no room for breathing, and Mark was forced to leave the event shortly after his arrival. Fans immediately took to social media to share videos and photos of the star being mobbed at Washington Square Park.
NOT THE PARK POLICE ALREADY CAME TO SHUT DOWN THE MARK LOOK ALIKE CONTEST 🙄🙄🙄 pic.twitter.com/5FPEK3xjDC
— laika stickah (@neosolos) December 13, 2024
can you all stop mobbing mark in wsp there are literally hundreds of ppl still following him 💀 nctzens are insane pic.twitter.com/UiATSXjLkO
Despite his brief appearance, Mark’s surprise participation in the lookalike contest created a memorable moment for his fans, leaving a lasting impression on those who were lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the idol in person.