Photo Credit: RM and V of BTS for MK (Maeil Business Newspaper)
BTS members RM and V have completed their mandatory military service, leaving Jimin, Jungkook, and Suga, who are due to complete theirs this month.
The members of BTS are completing their mandatory military service after 18 months of enlistment, paving the way for the K-pop group to reunite later this year. RM and V completed their service on Tuesday morning, while Jimin and Jungkook are scheduled to complete theirs on Wednesday. Suga, the final member to complete his service, is scheduled to be discharged on June 21.
RM and V emerged in their military uniforms at a sports park in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province, after completing their mandatory 18 months of enlistment. Donning sunglasses, RM appeared playing the soundtrack from the Japanese anime “Detective Conan” on saxophone. V followed with a large bouquet in hand and a broad smile on his face.
The two stood before the press and saluted, shouting “Chungseong!” (loyalty), and “Pilseung!” (victory), marking the end of their military service.
“Honestly, I think we might’ve served one of the shortest military terms in history,” said RM. “The conditions have improved a lot. There were tough and painful moments, of course, but during our service, I came to deeply appreciate the many people who have protected this country.”
“It was a meaningful time where I could grow closer to fellow soldiers who had already completed their service,” he added. “I want to thank Army [BTS fan name] for waiting for us. Now, I’m ready to hit the ground running again as RM of BTS. Thank you to everyone who waited and looked after us.”
“It was a time for me to reset both physically and mentally,” said V. “I really want to run to Army as soon as I can. Thank you for waiting for us during our military service. If you can wait just a little longer, I promise to return with an amazing performance.”
The discharge ceremony was not open to the public for safety reasons, but around 100 fans from Mexico, Brazil, Indonesia, Japan, and other countries gathered at the park to see the stars emerge. In central Seoul, hundreds of BTS Army gathered in front of Hybe’s headquarters to celebrate the members’ return.
Jin and J-Hope were discharged last year in June and October, respectively. Jimin and Jungkook are due to complete their service tomorrow (June 11), while Suga will be discharged on June 21.
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