BTS Suga Enlists in South Korean Military - Find Out What Fans Can Expect during His Service
BTS' Suga commences mandatory military service in South Korea, marking an important milestone for the K-pop sensation
Suga, a member of the renowned K-pop band BTS, commenced his compulsory military service in South Korea on Friday.
"I am now embarking on this journey. I shall come back upon fulfilling my duties diligently," expressed Suga on the Weverse online fan community platform.
Thanking fans for their support so far, the 30-year-old singer told them to take care of themselves.
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"Stay healthy and see you all in 2025! Army!!!! I am always grateful and love you," he signed off.
Big Hit Music, the record label for the band, announced that there will be no official events on the day SUGA enlists or when he enters the training camp. In a posting on Weverse on Sunday, the label kindly requested fans to avoid visiting SUGA at his workplace during his service period and instead express their warm regards and encouragement in their hearts only.
"We kindly request your unwavering love and support for SUGA as he fulfills his duty and awaits his return. Our company is committed to ensuring he receives comprehensive assistance throughout this period."
BTS member Jin shares a photo of himself in military uniform.
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K-pop idol Jin from BTS successfully completes basic military training in South Korea.
In August, Big Hit made an announcement on the fan platform confirming that Suga had commenced his military enlistment by applying to end his postponement of service.
All able-bodied men in South Korea are required to serve in the army for 18 months by the age of 28 as part of mandatory military service. However, in 2020, a bill was passed by the country's parliament allowing pop stars, specifically those who demonstrate excellence in popular culture and art, to postpone their service until they reach the age of 30.
Suga is the third of the seven-member group to join the military, with Jin and J-Hope already serving.
CNNs Yoonjung Seo contributed to this reporting.
