BTS singer J-Hope recently completed his mandatory military service in South Korea, becoming the second member of the group to do so. After serving 18 months on duty, J-Hope, 30, was discharged on Thursday, greeted by his bandmate Jin and a crowd of fans and reporters at a military base in Wonju, Gangwon province.
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Jin, who completed his service in June, was captured in videos embracing J-Hope with a large bouquet of flowers. J-Hope, born Jung Ho-seok, expressed his gratitude to fans for their support during his military service, acknowledging the dedication of soldiers in protecting the country.
Reports from the Korea Times revealed that J-Hope also extended his thanks to the citizens of Wonju for their encouragement. He reflected on his duties as an instructor during the 18 months of service and the interactions with the people of Wonju who cheered for the soldiers.
BTS took a hiatus in 2022 to allow members to pursue individual projects and fulfill their military obligations. The group plans to reunite in 2025 once all seven members have completed their service.
ARMY, the dedicated fanbase of BTS, shared heartwarming videos of J-Hope and Jin reuniting, noting the excitement and laughter shared between the two friends during the reunion. Jin also announced details of his upcoming solo album, “Happy,” set to release on Nov. 15.
FAQs
Q: When did J-Hope complete his military service?
A: J-Hope finished his military service on Thursday, Oct. 17, after serving 18 months.
Q: What did Jin announce after the reunion?
A: Jin revealed details of his upcoming debut solo album, “Happy,” which is scheduled for release on Nov. 15.
Q: What are the plans for BTS following their hiatus?
A: BTS intends to regroup in 2025 once all seven members have completed their military service.
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