
In the second half of 2024, after a long military service, stars are being discharged one after another. BTS's Jin, who enlisted in December 2022, is approaching discharge on June 12, raising fans' expectations. Jin entered the new recruit training camp in Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi-do, as an active-duty soldier and was the first in the group to enlist. He has since continued his service as an assistant instructor at the 5th Division new recruit training camp. In particular, he announced a hug event with 1,000 fans as part of the "2024 FESTA" the day after his discharge, delighting fans. J-HOPE is also scheduled to be discharged on October 17, 2023, after enlisting in April 2023. Recently, amusing episodes of Jin and J-HOPE, the first members of BTS to enlist, have been reported and gained attention. When Jungkook did a live stream on the global fan platform Weverse before enlisting, Jin commented, "Jungkook, please contact me." Jungkook replied, "Brother, wait a little longer. I have time to contact you, but I often go back and forth overseas, so the timing doesn't match. I might go overseas three times this month? I'm sorry for going back and forth overseas. Let's meet when I'm on vacation." Jin told Jungkook, "J-HOPE and I exchange 300 emails a day," eliciting laughter. Minhyuk of MONSTA X enlisted in April 2023 and is scheduled to be discharged on September 30. Following Shownu, Minhyuk, the second member of the group to enlist, entered the 5th Division new recruit training camp in Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi-do. He performed various stages, including NewJeans' "Super Shy," at the "Ground Forces Festival" in October 2023, attracting attention. After the video spread, fans showed reactions like "He seems to have become tougher even after enlisting" and "I want him to be discharged soon and show a performance." In March 2023, Song Mino began alternative service as a social service worker, and Kang Seungyoon entered the training camp as an active-duty soldier in June 2023. Both are scheduled to be discharged in December, and when Kang Seungyoon is discharged, all members of WINNER will have completed their military service, and it is expected that the group will start full-fledged activities. During his enlistment, Song Mino attended his sister Song Dana's wedding in the United States. He walked Song Dana down the aisle in place of their deceased father. Song Mino's side revealed, "We went through official procedures and headed to the United States." Actor Nam Joo Hyuk, who enlisted in March 2023, is also scheduled to be discharged on September 19. He passed the military police corps and is serving in the army military police unit after receiving five weeks of basic military training. Before enlisting, he was active in many works such as "Dazzling - Our Shining Time," "Start-Up: Door of Dreams," and "Twenty-Five, Twenty-One," and there is interest in his activities after discharge. Actor Ong Seong Wu, also from Wanna One, enlisted as an active-duty soldier in April 2023 and is scheduled to be discharged on October 16. He appeared in the JTBC drama "Strong Woman Do Bong Soon" as his last work before enlisting and gained popularity. Additionally, JAY B and Jinyoung of GOT7, Wonwoo of SF9, Jaeyoon of N.Flying, Cha Hun, Seo Dong Sung, Kogyeol of UP10TION, Y of Golden Child, Kang Seung Sik of VICTON, and Im Se Jun are also scheduled to be discharged in the second half of this year. BTS Jin, BIGHIT apologizes again over hug event...re-announces application conditions "Those who purchased CDs before are also eligible" Nam Joo Hyuk, reveals current situation during enlistment...attention also on his shortened hair Photo=BH Entertainment, Ong Seong Wu Instagram
The Ministry of Culture has requested police investigations into suspected ticket scalping for BTS's comeback concert. They found numerous illegal resale postings and emphasized that tickets bought from unofficial sources may not allow entry. The ministry aims to ensure fair ticketing practices and has warned fans against purchasing from scalpers.
Seoul City is launching major safety measures for BTS's concert at Gwanghwamun Square on the 21st, anticipating up to 260,000 attendees. This includes temporary toilets, traffic restrictions, and the cancellation of nearby events. Authorities will ensure safety and order for all participants, with a focus on preventing crowd accidents.
J.Y. Park has announced his resignation from JYP Entertainment's representative position, effective after the upcoming shareholders' meeting. He will concentrate on his creative activities as an artist, nurturing junior artists, and engaging in new external projects for the K-POP industry. Park has a rich history in music, producing numerous successful groups and contributing to the growth of K-POP.
BTS will host 'BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE | ARIRANG' on March 21, adding seating for 22,000 fans. The event will feature standing areas and large LED screens. Ticket sales begin on March 12, with strict measures against ticket fraud and unauthorized entry. The concert will also be streamed live on Netflix, marking the first solo performance broadcast by the platform. BTS's new album 'ARIRANG' releases on March 20, featuring the title track 'SWIM.'
BTS is launching a pop-up event for their 5th album "ARIRANG" from March 20 to April 12, showcasing merchandise inspired by Korean culture. The event will be held at two locations in Seoul and will include a collaboration with the National Museum of Korea. Pre-sales start on March 12, with full sales available from March 20.
The Seoul police have launched an investigation into ticket fraud linked to BTS's comeback concert, prompted by reports of macro program abuse. They are examining three criminal cases related to ticket sales, warning that using macros could lead to complicity in fraud. Over 110 fraudulent posts have been identified, and security measures for the concert are being heightened with 4,800 personnel deployed to manage crowds and prevent potential threats.
KT has announced it will fully close its office on the day of BTS's concert on the 21st to ensure safety due to anticipated large crowds. Staff access will be controlled, and commercial facilities within the building will halt operations. BTS will release their 5th album 'ARIRANG' on the 20th and hold a comeback live event at Gwanghwamun Square, directed by Hamish Hamilton, with a global audience via Netflix.
BTS V's fans are mobilizing for a significant support event ahead of the group's comeback concert in Seoul. The concert will feature the debut of new songs and will be live-streamed globally on Netflix. V's Chinese fan club, Baidu V Bar, plans to showcase a large digital display to celebrate his return, covering an area of about 3,000 square meters.
BTS's upcoming album 'ARIRANG' has achieved over 4 million pre-saves on Spotify within just two days, showcasing immense global fan interest. The album, set to release on March 20, features 14 tracks, including the title song 'SWIM,' which conveys resilience in life's challenges. A live event will be streamed globally via Netflix.
In a recent Q&A, BTS shared their thoughts on their upcoming comeback and their daily lives. They expressed excitement about group activities, joked about their high-pitched songs, and shared personal wishes like visiting public baths and bustling restaurants. Jin emphasized wanting to be remembered as a good person and artist, while the members noted they are still on their journey and are eager for their comeback after working on new music in LA.
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