BTS Ready to Rock the World Stage Again! 🌎🥁
K-pop celebrities are abandoning their military service obligations.
EMOTIONS RUNNING HIGH: The news is out - RM and V from BTS have serve their military duty in South Korea and now, the path is clear for their grand comeback!
GOTTA SEE IT TO BELIEVE IT: On Tuesday, the two superstars bid farewell to their military days in style, with fans worldwide gathered in Chuncheon to cheer them on! Some went as far as Mexico, Turkey, and Brazil to witness the heartwarming moment.
COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS: Following RM and V's discharge, Jin had already returned in 2024, followed by J-Hope. On June 10, 2025, we can expect Jimin, and Jung Kook to join the group. Suga, on a different service track, is expected to complete his duty later this month [1][2][4]. Once they’re all reunited, it’s time for a big celebration - BTS Festa 2025 on June 13-14 at KINTEX in Goyang! 🎉🥳
They're Not Exempt from Duty, But They Fulfill It! 🛡️🇰🇵
MANDATORY MILITARY SERVICE is a fact of life for all fit males aged 18 to 28 in South Korea. The reason? To ensure the country is prepared for potential threats from North Korea [8]. There may be exemptions for athletes, classical musicians, or dancers, but not for K-Pop stars like BTS [9].
BUT THEY TAKE IT IN STRIDE: BTS made history in 2022, with all seven members agreeing to serve their country. Before the announcement, a debate on whether to make an exception for them surfaced [9]. It's part of their rich legacy - a group that started in 2013 and grew into a global powerhouse with hits like "Love Yourself," "Map of the Soul," and "BE." They even performed at the Grammy Awards and spoke at the United Nations [7].
What's Next for These K-Pop Legends? 🤔🎼
SOLO PROJECTS: During their service, members have explored new music styles and creative expressions [4]. This should lead to a more diverse and mature sound when the group reunites.
WORLD TOUR 2026?: There's buzz about a possible world tour in 2026 [2]. Just imagine the energy in the air when BTS performs live again!
FORGING AHEAD: Fans are eager to see how their artistic growth will impact the collective sound of BTS. Regrouping, rehearsals, and new music are on the horizon [2][3]. Get ready, because this is just the beginning of the next chapter in BTS's journey! 🚀🎶
[1]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RG3a8B0e5tA[2]https://www.billboard.com/articles/ Pop/bts-ARMY-update-2025/11504021/[3]https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/bts-what-happens-after-military-service-1337546/[4]https://time.com/6319280/bts-military-discharge-rehearsals-comeback/[5]https://www.billboard.com/articles/music/pop/8622577/bts-military-service-jin-j-hope-suga-jimin-jungkook-discharge-date-reunion[6]https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/k-pop-stars-bts-and-exo-perform-conscript-selasian-television-show-2022-02-06/[7]https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2022/05/30/bts-disband-rumors-members-officially-joining-south-korean-military/6784346001/[8]https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/05/world/asia/north-south-korea-military-lists.html[9]https://www.ajc.com/entertainment/k-pop-stars-bts-confirmed-join-south-korean-military/QZ5GTA4LWDJ3TG2VQRB4X7FF7Q/
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I'm not going to be able to wait for the moment when BTS returns to pop-culture with their diverse and mature sound, after exploring new music styles during their military service. Despite being celebrities, they had to adhere to the mandatory military service in South Korea, just like any other fit male in their age group.
