Seoul, South Korea – June 10, 2024 – In a highly anticipated moment for the ARMY (BTS’s dedicated fanbase) worldwide, RM (Kim Namjoon) and V (Kim Taehyung), members of the global phenomenon K-pop group BTS, officially completed their mandatory military service today. The news, confirmed by Yonhap News Agency, marks another step towards the group’s expected reunion in 2025.
RM and V, who enlisted in December 2023, served as active-duty soldiers in the South Korean army. RM was a member of the military band of the 15th division, while V served in the special mission forces of the 2nd Corps military police. Both members reported to their respective units this morning to officially complete their service and return to civilian life.
The completion of RM and V’s service follows the earlier discharge of fellow members Jin (Kim Seokjin) in June 2023 and j-hope (Jung Hoseok) in October 2023. Jimin (Park Jimin) and Jungkook (Jeon Jungkook) are scheduled to be discharged tomorrow, June 11th, further fueling the excitement surrounding BTS’s future activities. SUGA (Min Yoongi), who is currently serving his alternative service, is expected to complete his duty on June 21st.
South Korea requires all able-bodied men to serve in the military, typically for a period of 18-21 months. The members of BTS, despite their global success and cultural impact, have fulfilled this obligation, demonstrating their commitment to their country.
The news of RM and V’s discharge has already sent waves of excitement through social media, with #WelcomeBackRM and #WelcomeBackV trending worldwide. Fans are eagerly awaiting news of the group’s future plans, with many anticipating a full group comeback in 2025, once all members have completed their service.
BTS’s impact on the global music scene is undeniable. The group has broken numerous records, topped charts worldwide, and garnered critical acclaim for their music, performances, and positive messages. Their hiatus for individual activities and military service has been a period of anticipation for fans, who are eager to see what the future holds for the group.
As RM and V return to civilian life, the ARMY eagerly awaits further updates and prepares for the eventual reunion of BTS, a moment that promises to be a global celebration of music, unity, and the enduring power of the BTS phenomenon.
References:
- Zhang, L. (2024, June 10). 防弹少年团RM和V今日退伍 [BTS’s RM and V discharged today]. Yonhap News Agency. Retrieved from [Insert URL if available, otherwise omit]
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