BTS rapper and producer Suga has officially completed his alternative military service, marking the discharge of all seven members of the K-pop sensation from South Korea’s mandatory conscription, according to an Associated Press report.
BTS stars Kim Namjoon (known as RM) and Kim Taehyung (known as V) have officially completed their mandatory military service in South Korea and were discharged earlier Today. The two artistes made a notable impression during their appearance—RM performed on the saxophone while V held a bouquet, creating a memorable moment for fans. Their subtle hints about returning to the stage soon stirred excitement across social media platforms.
BTS member J-Hope has shared an update on the group’s anticipated reunion following the military discharge of RM, Suga, Jimin, V and Jungkook, who are set to complete their service this June.
K-pop sensation BTS is set to reunite in 2025, with all seven members—RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Taehyung, Jimin, and Jungkook—expected to resume their musical careers after completing their mandatory military service by July this year. While Jin and J-Hope have already returned and begun their solo projects, fans eagerly anticipate the original OT7’s comeback and the announcement of a world tour.
The catastrophic wildfires in South Korea have been a major news focus. According to the Ministry of Interior and Safety, 27 fatalities have been confirmed, with the toll likely to increase.
In a surprising development, Blackpink members have surpassed BTS on the Billboard charts, breaking records with their solo projects.
According to a report by koreabiomed.com, J-Hope donated 200 million won ($138,708) to Asan Medical Center (AMC) in Seoul.
BTS member V recently unveiled a new track, “White Christmas,” featuring the iconic Bing Crosby. Shortly after its release, the song secured a position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The Korean Business Research Institute has released the November brand reputation rankings for idol groups, with Blackpink and BTS emerging as top fan favourites. The rankings were based on data gathered between October 21 and November 21 and factored in consumer engagement, media presence, interaction, and community recognition.
BTS member J-Hope more recently marked a significant milestone as the second BTS member to fulfil his mandatory military service, bringing fans of the renowned seven-member South Korean boy band a step nearer to the group’s anticipated reunion.
BTS member Min Yoongi, known more widely as Suga, has achieved a milestone as the first solo K-pop artiste to surpass 15 million likes on a YouTube music video, joining the ranks of rappers like Eminem, Drake, PSY, and XXXTentacion.
J-hope, the main dancer of the group, emerged from the gates of his army base in South Korea's central Wonju city, and hugged fellow band member Jin -- who finished his service in June -- before saluting waiting reporters and fans.
The K-pop group has added yet another accolade to their impressive list of achievements, being recognised by Billboard magazine as one of the "greatest pop stars of the 21st century."
BTS’s RM has made waves with his latest collaboration with Megan Thee Stallion on their new single “Neva Play”, which is dominating global charts with its upbeat energy.
On August 26, 2024, BTS, the internationally acclaimed boy group, set a remarkable record by becoming the first and only group to have 33 songs reach the No. 1 spot on the Worldwide iTunes Song Chart. As reported by Forbes, their track "We Are Bulletproof: The Eternal" climbed to the top, overtaking "Polar Night", a solo song by BTS member Suga, which had previously held the position.
The South Korean government is reportedly planning to create a 'K Content Cultural Complex' backed by a 5 trillion won (over USD 3 billion) policy finance initiative. This effort aims to uncover the “new BTS” and a “second Parasite.” According to a recent Seoul Newspaper report, the vice minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism faced significant backlash for mentioning the popular K-pop group currently serving in the military. The complex is expected to become a landmark for K Content by 2035.
BTS, the beloved K-pop seven-member group, is about to celebrate its 11th anniversary this month! Fans are eagerly looking forward to the potential reunion of the members next year. To alleviate some of the longing, the oldest member, Jin, is set to return from his military service in just two weeks.
BigHit Music, the management company for BTS, has updated fans regarding legal actions against infringements on the group's rights. Through a statement on Weverse, the agency expressed concern over the increased intensity of efforts to tarnish and slander the artistes in recent weeks. Additionally, it highlighted the excessive nature of malicious attempts to defame, humiliate, spread rumors, and disseminate groundless information about the artistes.
In celebration of J-Hope's birthday on February 18, fans united and raised a substantial sum of approximately Rs 3 lakh for medical aid in Palestine.
