On September 12, PLEDIS Entertainment released the official notice regarding SEVENTEEN Jeonghan‘s military enlistment. | @u_yjh1004/X They stated that although he will not take part in the 12th mini album and world tour, he will appear in pre-recorded content. | Weverse Below is the English statement provided by the agency. “Hello.This is PLEDIS Entertainment. We […]
Former Male Idol Indicted For Forging Medical Records To Evade Military Enlistment
According to reports on September 9, KST, a former idol has been indicted for falsifying medical records to evade mandatory military enlistment. Image used for illustrative purposes only “A,” a former idol in his 30s, was indicted without detention by the 3rd Criminal Division of the Changwon District Prosecutor Office on charges of violating the […]
Popular Idol’s Surprise Enlistment Notice Exposes Company’s Long-Term Mistreatment
Normally, when male idols prepare for their mandatory military enlistment, special care is taken to give them a proper send-off. For example, in the case of the recently sent-off NCT‘s Taeyong, the idol was able to release an album before beginning his service. NCT’s Taeyong | SM Entertainment Recently, the surprise announcement of a popular […]
BTS Suga’s Behavior During Training After Enlistment Resurfaces Following “Poor Attitude” Allegations
Recently, BTS‘s Suga has been at the center of criticism sparked by his drunk driving incident. BTS’s Suga | @agustd/Instagram As more details about the case are revealed, netizens have reacted strongly, even demanding that the idol leave BTS. On August 13, new allegations about the idol surrounding his ongoing military surface arose. According to […]
SEVENTEEN Jeonghan’s Enlistment Plans Allegedly Exposed By Sasaeng
It is known that Korean men are required to serve in the Korean military at some point in adulthood. This mandatory enlistment applies to most, including K-pop idols, who put their careers on hold to complete service. Though the laws surrounding enlistment have changed, most idols will enter around the time they turn 29. BTS’s […]
BTS Makes Major Milestone Record On Circle Chart Despite Current Enlistment
Even though all of BTS‘s members are currently enlisted in the military, they continue to make records and reach impressive milestones in the K-Pop industry! BTS | BIGHIT MUSIC And not only are all of the members completing their enlistment, but it has been over three years since they released their last full-length studio album — BE […]
10+ BTS Moments That Hit Different After RM and V’s Enlistment
On December 11, BTS members RM and V enlisted in the military for 18 months of mandatory service. Though the two attended the entrance ceremony together, they will serve in different units. All five members came to see the two off, including Jin and J-Hope, who are currently serving as active-duty soldiers. BTS members at […]
Fans React To EXO Sehun’s Handwritten Letter For Military Enlistment
Recently, EXO’s Sehun took to Weverse and posted a handwritten letter to fans. He announced that he would be enlisting in the military at the end of this month. EXO Sehun’s handwritten letter | Weverse Hello this is Sehun. Are you all doing well? I am writing this letter because I have to tell you […]
“Wooga Squad” Bestie Park Seo Joon Updates Regarding BTS’s V Since His Enlistment
BTS’s V enlisted alongside leader RM on December 11. Besides their fellow members, V’s friends, The Wooga Squad, consisting of Choi Woo Sik, Park Seo Joon, Peakboy, and ZE:A‘s Park Hyung Sik, saw him off Wooga is an abbreviation for the phrase “Are we family?” (Woori-ga Gajok-inga?). From left: Jin, Suga, Jungkook, V, RM, Jimin, and J-Hope | […]
Netizens React As BTS’s “Spring Day” Tops The U.S. iTunes Charts In Time For Jungkook And Jimin’s Military Enlistment
American singer-songwriter and producer Mariah Carey has fully embraced the love of her hit holiday song, “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” Each year, the legendary artist officially welcomes in the holiday season as she prepares for her 1994 hit song to top the music charts again, 29 years after its release. Her festive […]
BTS’s Jungkook Holds Back Tears During His Last Weverse Live Before Enlistment
BTS‘s Jungkook is saying his final goodbye to ARMY. BTS’s Jungkook Throughout 2023, Jungkook has held many live broadcasts, many of which lasted hours. We did everything together: karaoke, cooking, laundry, and napping. Now, Jungkook has held his final live broadcast of 2023 ahead of his mandatory military enlistment. thank you jungkook for making my […]
BTS’s Jungkook “Final” Performance Before His Military Enlistment Makes ARMYs Emotional
BTS‘s Jungkook has made ARMYs emotional with his surprise “final” performance ahead of his military enlistment. BTS’s Jungkook | @jungkook.97/Instagram Ahead of his enlistment, Jungkook has been treating ARMYs to so much content, whether it’s music or live broadcasts, with many set to be released after he goes. Your browser does not support video. | […]
BTS’s RM Pens Heartfelt Letter To Fans Right Before His Enlistment
BTS‘s RM will soon be enlisting in the army on December 11, 2023. Right before his enlistment, he left a heartfelt letter for fans on Weverse. He addressed his service to the nation, whereby he will be placing his artist career on hold. Hello, my beloved people. I can’t believe that that day has come. […]
WOODZ Announces Upcoming Military Enlistment Through A Heartfelt Letter
Soloist WOODZ (Cho Seungyoun) will soon be enlisting in the military on January 22, 2024. He announced the news through his fan cafe. As South Korea allows its citizens to apply for service within a set time frame, he had begun pondering would be the optimal time to serve. WOODZ finalized his date for January […]
BTS’s V Reveals His Newly Shaved Head As He Prepares For Enlistment
After the sudden announcement a few days ago, BTS‘s V and his bandmates RM, Jimin, and Jungkook are all gearing up for their military enlistment. V will enlist together with RM on December 11, and as part of his preparation, the idol has undergone a significant transformation by shaving his hair — a common practice for those […]
BTS’s Jin Drops By Jungkook’s Weverse Live With Hilarious Enlistment Advice
Recently, BIGHIT MUSIC made a detailed announcement of BTS’s remaining four members, RM, V, Jimin, and Jungkook enlisting in the military soon. (From L to R) RM, V, Jimin, and Jungkook | Weverse Since then, the members have paid special attention to ARMYs, spending time with them in their own ways before they leave. While […]
10+ Must-See Moments From BTS Jungkook’s (Probably Not) Last Livestream Before Enlistment
BTS‘s Jungkook is known for his sudden and often hours-long live streams. On December 8, the idol held what could (or could not) be his last live before his military enlistment later this month. Here are 16 must-see moments from the livestream! 1. Out In The Wild Jungkook began his livestream as he was walking […]
20 Must-See Moments In BTS’s Final Livestream Before Enlistment
BTS‘s RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook held their final livestream before enlisting in the military next week. ARMYs have to wait until Jin and J-Hope are released in 2024 for the next livestream (Along with the four youngest members, Suga will also be released in 2025). Check out 20 iconic moments from the farewell stream below. […]
BTS’s V Hangs Out With “Wooga Squad” Before His Military Enlistment
BTS‘s V recently greeted fans through a series of Instagram stories, including a mirror selfie… BTS’s V | @thv/Instagram …as well as some photos of himself enjoying his recent trip to London. | @thv/Instagram | @thv/Instagram | @thv/Instagram He also posted a group photo wit some of his “Wooga Squad” friends including Choi Woo Sik, […]
BTS’s Jungkook Letter About His Military Enlistment Makes ARMYs Emotional — Not Because Of His Words
BTS‘s Jungkook has made ARMYs emotional with his letter addressing his military enlistment, but it’s not because of his words. BTS’s Jungkook | @jungkook.97/Instagram To finish his promotions, Jungkook held a free concert for ARMYs worldwide. Your browser does not support video. | BTS/Weverse Your browser does not support video. | BTS/Weverse Your browser does […]
BTS’s RM, Jimin, V, And Jungkook Have Begun The Military Enlistment Process
BTS‘s RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook have all begun the process to enlist in the military. In a statement shared by BIGHIT Music in English, they have confirmed the four members of BTS have begun the military enlistment process. Hello.This is BIGHIT MUSIC. We would like to inform our fans that RM, Jimin, V, and […]
BTS’s Jungkook Keeps His Promise After Arriving Back In Korea Ahead Of J-Hope’s Enlistment
BTS‘s Jungkook recently became a hot topic after arriving back in Korea after his overseas schedule in America. BTS’s Jungkook | @jungkook.97/Instagram During his time in America, Jungkook was definitely making the most of his opportunities, whether it was working with producers and artists for his possible album or attending Coachella. Jungkook in LA with Bang Si […]
BTS’s J-Hope Shares A Never-Before-Seen Video Of Jin From Before His Enlistment
Although 2022 was filled with some iconic BTS moments, one of the hardest times was when BTS’s Jin became the first member of the group to enlist for his military service. Despite looking very handsome, it is still an emotional time. BTS’s Jin | Weverse Of course, as much as ARMYs were emotional, it would’ve […]
RM Shares Jin’s Farewell Message To BTS Before His Enlistment
BTS‘s Jin enlisted in the Korean military on December 13 in an entrance ceremony attended by the recruits’ friends and family. Jin was surrounded by his six younger members, who emotionally saw their precious hyung off to his 18-month military service. Photo of BTS’s Jin at his entrance ceremony, released by BIGHIT MUSIC | BANGTANTV/YouTube Korean […]
BTS’s J-Hope And V Send Heartfelt Messages To Jin Following His Military Enlistment
December 13 was an emotional day for ARMYs worldwide as BTS‘s Jin became the first member to enlist for his mandatory military service. Following his enlistment, members V and J-Hope gained attention for their posts sharing love and support for Jin. BTS’s Jin, J-Hope, and V | @bts_twt/Twitter After showcasing his new haircut on December 11, […]