Completion of BTS Members' Mandatory Military Service

Members of the South Korean boy band BTS completed their mandatory military service, were welcomed home by fans, and encouraged gratitude towards soldiers. BTS is a successful music act, breaking records and receiving Grammy nominations. The band went on hiatus in 2023 due to exhaustion. The discharged members expressed patriotism and thanked the military. BTS has been involved in various causes and publicly praised the South Korean military and its relationship with the United States.

BTS Members RM and V Complete Mandatory Military Service

Two members of K-pop band BTS, RM and V, have completed their mandatory military service, bringing the band closer to a reunion after years of hiatus. All seven members are expected to finish their enlistment by the end of June. Fans are excited for their return to the stage.

BTS members V and RM discharged from military

BTS members V and RM discharged from South Korean military after mandatory service, greeted by fans. They will soon return to perform for the first time since 2022.

Alleged Kiss Incident Involving Jin of BTS

A Japanese woman is being questioned by South Korean police for allegedly kissing Jin of K-pop boy band BTS without his permission at an event last year. The incident occurred during Jin's military service celebration and the band's 11-year anniversary. The woman, in her 50s, kissed Jin on the cheek, leading to discomfort for the BTS star. The investigation was launched after an online complaint was filed.

Olympic Torch Relay in Paris featuring Dancers from Moulin Rouge and K-pop Superstar Jin from BTS

Dancers from the Moulin Rouge and K-pop superstar Jin from BTS participated in the Olympic torch relay in Paris ahead of the Summer Games opening ceremony on July 26, 2024.

BTS FESTA Event with Jin in Seoul, South Korea

Around 1,000 BTS fans were given the chance to get a hug from Jin during the annual FESTA event in Seoul, South Korea. This was Jin's first public event after completing 18 months of national service in the army.

BTS members completing mandatory military service in South Korea

K-pop megastar Jin of BTS completed his mandatory military service in South Korea, reuniting with his bandmates who are still serving. BTS members have been taking turns enlisting in the military to fulfill the country's requirement for able-bodied men.

Jin's Discharge from South Korea Army

Jin, the oldest member of K-pop band BTS, has been discharged from the South Korea army after completing 18 months of mandatory national service.