BTS Jin and Jungkook‘s friendship could be described as very demure… [Video could not be displayed] ….very cutesy… [Video could not be displayed] …and very mindful, if by “demure,” “cutesy,” and “mindful” you mean “chaotic,” “competitive,” and “always entertaining.” Your browser does not support video. Although Jin and Jungkook aren’t together–the latter is currently serving in […]
3 Idols Who Went Through Needless Privacy Invasion During Their Military Service
In South Korea, all men are required to enlist by age 28 (in Korean age), with few exceptions. Although not required, women can also choose to serve in the military. YouTube channel Seoulite TV made a video discussing the privacy concerns male idols might face while enlisted in the military. The YouTuber focused on three specific idols’ […]
BTS’s Jungkook Hit With Harsh Reality By Jimin After “Romantic” Speech About Military Service
BTS Jungkook‘s “romantic” thoughts of the military were quickly stopped by Jimin. BTS’s Jimin and Jungkook | @bts_twt/X In December, Jimin and Jungkook enlisted together. | @bts_twt/X J-Hope, Jimin, Jungkook, and Suga | @bts_twt/X Jungkook and Jimin are recently starring in their series Are You Sure?! which was filmed ahead of their military enlistment. The poster for […]
Dear U. Bubble Terminates Service For Former NCT’s Taeil After Sex Crime Scandal
This article is part of our coverage of Former NCT Taeil’s Sex Crime Scandal. You can read more and view the entire timeline here. It was recently stated by SM Entertainment on August 28, 2024 (KST) that their artist Taeil had been charged with a sex-related crime. It was decided that he would leave his […]
10 K-Pop Idols And Celebrities That Did Not Have To Do Their Mandatory Military Service
Mandatory military service is something that fans usually fear, as it means that their favorite celebrities will be away for quite some time. EXO’s Xiumin There are a few celebrities who got exempted from military service, here are 10 of them. 1. Seo In Guk Seo In Guk originally enlisted into the military in March […]
BTS’s Jin On The Insane Weather Conditions He Faced During His Mandatory Military Service
BTS‘s Jin made worldwide news when he began his mandatory military service on December 13, 2022. All Korean adult men, with just a few exceptions, are expected to fulfill this duty. BTS’s Jin | Weverse He completed a five-week boot camp in Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi province, before being assigned an assistant drill instructor at the 5th […]
Korean Rapper Jailed For Military Service Evasion Met With Thousands Of Comments Upon His Release
In South Korea, men are required to enlist in the military, regardless of status. While there are some ways of getting exemptions, most men, including Korean celebrities and idols, will serve out their duty before the age of 30. 2PM Taecyeon during his service. With a mandatory service, it goes unsaid that some will attempt […]
The King of “Fan Service” Gets Outdone By His Own Concert Staff
Soloist Lim Young Woong is now best known for his immaculate “fan service,” putting the comfort and satisfaction of his fanbase first when he performs. Soloist Lim Young Woong | @im_hero____/Instagram The set-up and amenities provided at his past concerts have been paradigm-changing for K-Pop fans… Singer Lim Young Woong Shows Love For Elderly Fanbase With Unique […]
3rd Generation Idol Goes Viral For “Adult” Fan Service
NCT member Doyoung is taking the internet by storm with his “adult” fan service at a recent fansign. Doyoung | Star Today In April 2024, Doyoung released his first solo album, YOUTH, and since then, he has been busy conducting promotional activities to connect with fans as a soloist and celebrate this new journey. On May […]
Street Man Fighter’s Young J Accused Of Evading Military Service
Street Man Fighter dancer Young J is once again at the center of a controversy, this time over alleged draft dodging. Young J | @justjerk_youngj/Instagram On April 26. KST media outlet Tenasia reported that Young J, who was born in 1992, has not fulfilled his mandatory military service yet. He received his first military service examination […]
Popular Idol-Turned-Actor Gets Criticized For Alleged Rude Behavior Towards Service Staff
Former KNK‘s Park Seoham recently starred on an episode of I Live Alone. He received criticism for his allegedly disrespectful behavior to a service staff. As his water purifier was spoilt, he had called a service staff over to fix it. Forgetting that it was the day of his appointment, he did not clean up […]
SEVENTEEN S.Coups’s Exemption From Military Service Triggers A Heated Debate Among Netizens
In August 2023, SEVENTEEN‘s S.Coups suffered a torn ACL, resulting in the suspension of his activities with the group for several months as he underwent surgery to repair the injury. SEVENTEEN’s S.Coups The idol made sparse appearances following his surgery and was finally reported to be returning to activities alongside Jeonghan in late February, much […]
SEVENTEEN’s S.Coups Confirmed To Be Exempt From Military Service
SEVENTEEN‘s S.Coups will be exempted from mandatory military service. S.Coups Reportedly, S.Coups has been officially classified as Grade 5. On March 1, his agency, PLEDIS Entertainment, confirmed with a statement that he would be exempt due to his ACL injury. S.Coups suffered the injury while playing ball during a content shoot in August 2023. A […]
14 K-Drama Actors Who Were Exempted From Military Service
Due to unfortunate accidents or failing to meet requirements, some Korean actors aren’t required to complete the country’s mandatory military service. Here are fourteen actors who were the exception and why they were barred from serving. 1. Kim Woo Bin Black Knight actor Kim Woo Bin was diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer in 2017 and completed […]
Actor Lee Dong Wook Goes Viral For His “Nonchalant” Fan Service
Actor Lee Dong Wook is going viral for his fan service. Lee Dong Wook | @leedongwook_official/Instagram At a recent event for his new film Single in Seoul, Lee Dong Wook greeted his fans. As he passed by each one, he received their gifts. Your browser does not support video. One fan had brought a Polaroid […]
3 K-Pop Idols Who Have Suffered Invasions Of Privacy During Their Military Service
In South Korea, all men are required to enlist by age 28 (in Korean age), with few exceptions. Although not required, women can also choose to serve in the military. Recently YouTube channel Seoulite TV made a video discussing the privacy concerns male idols might face while enlisted in the military. The YouTuber focused on three specific […]
BTS’s Military Service, Current Public Opinion, And What Will Happen This Month
BTS‘s military service has been a hot topic for years, but a final decision on the matter will be made in the near future. BTS | @bts_bighit/Twitter In South Korea, all men are required to enlist in the military by their 28th birthday, with few exceptions. For instance, athletes who have won medals in the Olympics or Asian Games are […]
BTS’s Jimin Shuts Down Fan Service At “PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE – SEOUL”
The BTS members are well-known for their sincere and loving relationships. From left: J-Hope, RM, V, Jungkook, Suga, Jimin, and Jin. | @BTS_twt/Twitter Everyone who knows them has testified that they legitimately like each other and are great friends despite working together for so many years now. I see idols in groups not liking each […]