BTS singer Jin's discharge from military was celebrated with emotional reunion. Jin was welcomed back by fellow members RM, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook at his ceremony. However, fans were disappointed to note that Suga was missing from the group's OT7 reunion. Suga will later join the members at the BTS' agency, BigHit Music, to spend time with Jin.
Jin's Military Discharge and BTS Reunion
On October 28, 2022, Jin, the eldest member of the K-pop group BTS, was discharged from his mandatory military service. His discharge marked a significant milestone for the group, as it was the first time a member had completed their military duty.
Jin had enlisted in the South Korean military in December 2020, just days after the group had concluded their "PERMISSION TO DANCE ON STAGE" concert tour. Despite the members' initial reluctance to part ways, they understood the importance of Jin's service and celebrated his departure with a dinner at his home.
Jin served for 18 months as a member of the Yeoncheon County's 5th Infantry Division. During his time in the military, he received basic training, underwent advanced combat exercises, and was assigned to the unit's front-line guard post.
Emotional Reunion with BTS Members
Upon his discharge, Jin was greeted by an emotional reunion with his fellow BTS members RM, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. The members had gathered at the Yeoncheon military base to support Jin and celebrate his return.
The moment was captured on video and shared on social media, where it quickly went viral. Fans praised the members for their genuine love and support for Jin, and for creating such a heartwarming reunion.
Suga's Absence
However, fans were disappointed to note that Suga was missing from the group's OT7 reunion. The rapper had been exempted from mandatory military service due to a shoulder injury sustained in 2020.
According to a statement from BigHit Music, Suga would join the members later at the agency to spend time with Jin and celebrate his discharge. The statement reassured fans that Suga was in good health and had been fulfilling his military obligations through alternative service.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. When did Jin enlist in the military? Jin enlisted in the military on December 13, 2020.
2. When was Jin discharged from the military? Jin was discharged from the military on October 28, 2022.
3. Why was Suga absent from the BTS reunion? Suga was absent from the reunion due to his exemption from mandatory military service because of a shoulder injury.
4. Will all BTS members eventually serve in the military? Yes, all able-bodied male members of BTS are expected to serve in the military. The youngest member, Jungkook, is the only member who has yet to enlist.
5. What is the future of BTS after Jin's discharge? BTS has not yet announced any specific plans for the future, but it is likely that they will resume their group activities, including music releases and concerts.
As BTS' military hiatus comes to an end, fans can look forward to seeing the members return from their service and reunite for the group's annual Festa celebration. J-Hope has already confirmed his performance at the event, while the other members will be discharged in June 2025, coinciding with BTS' debut anniversary. Despite earlier rumors of a disbandment, Jin reassures fans that he will always remain a part of BTS while also exploring solo projects.
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