Find out which other idols, like J-Hope, from BTS, should also be exempt from military service in 2024
This Wednesday, the 16th, Thursday morning, the 17th, in South Korea, BTS fans will celebrate the return of J-Hopewho becomes the second member of the group to be officially relieved of his military duties. So far, there is no information about the exact time at which the idol will be released from the Armed Forces.
It is worth remembering that, at the beginning of the week, BigHit Music, the company responsible for managing the boy group’s career, issued a statement announcing that the dismissal of J-Hope will not feature any special events, in addition to strongly asking fans not to attend the venue, to ensure the safety of the artist and ARMYs.
“Discharge day is a day shared by many service members. No special events are planned for J-hope’s discharge day. To avoid problems arising from overcrowding, fans are strongly advised to refrain from visiting the venue. Please convey your warm greetings and encouragement in your hearts,” the agency said in the statement.
Although we are already heading towards the end of the year, in addition to J-Hope2024 will also mark the military discharge of other great K-pop idols. Check which ones!
1. Jay B (GOT7)
The GOT7 leader, who is serving in the army as a civil servant, will be the next idol to be dismissed after J-Hope. Jay B It is scheduled to be released on November 1st.
2. Jinyoung (GOT7)
Actor and also a member of GOT7, Jinyoung enlisted as an active duty soldier on May 8, 2023, and will be discharged three days later Jay Bon November 4th.
3. Dongsung (N.Flying)
Maknae and bassist for the band N.Flying, Dongsung reported to the Armed Forces on May 8, 2023, and will be relieved of his duties on November 7.
4. Kai (EXO)
KaiEXO’s main dancer, enlisted in the army to fulfill his obligations as a civil servant on May 11, 2023, and will also be released on November 7.
5. Jaehyun (N.Flying)
The drummer of N.Flying, Jaehyunbegan his mandatory military service as a public servant on May 23, 2023, and will be the last member of the band to complete his obligations in the army, being released on November 24.
6. Sejun (VICTON)
Member of VICTON, Sejun enlisted in the South Korean army as an active soldier on June 13, 2023, and will complete his 18 months of mandatory service on December 12.
7. Yoon (WINNER)
The last idol to be dismissed in the year 2024 will be Yoonby WINNER. The artist, who was trained by Jinfrom BTS, at the recruit training center, enlisted as an active soldier on June 20, 2023, and will be released on December 20.
Source: Recreio
