Jaehyun, Wooseok, and Heseong enlist today for military service, with Jaehyun sharing his thoughts and a new look on Instagram.
November/4/2024 12:24
NCT's Jaehyun, Kim Wooseok, and VANNER's Heseong enlist today. The three entered the training center today (4th), and after completing basic military training, they will begin their service. Jaehyun and Kim Wooseok will serve in the Army Military Band, while Heseong will fulfill his duty in active Army service. Before enlistment, Jaehyun posted on his Instagram, 'Recalling the memories we made together, I look forward to the journey we will share,' along with a photo of his shaved head, which caught attention. He will be the second member of the group to enlist after Taeyong, who is currently serving in the Navy. Jaehyun debuted as a member of NCT in 2016 and has been active in various units such as NCT 127, NCT U, and DoJaeJung. Before enlistment, he released the single 'Unconditional' and held a fan concert 'Mute' at the Seoul Olympic Park Handball Stadium on October 26 and 27 to communicate with fans. Photo = Kim Wooseok Instagram. Kim Wooseok, on the 3rd, conveyed through his Instagram story, 'Long hair until today.' He debuted as a member of the group UP10TION in 2015 and was selected as a member of the project group X1 through Mnet's 'PRODUCE X 101.' He has since expanded his activities as a solo singer and actor. Recently, he held a fan meeting in Korea and is set to release the web drama '0th Period is Insatime.' Additionally, he confirmed his romantic relationship with actress Kang Na-eon, drawing attention. Heseong's group VANNER gained attention after winning JTBC's 'PEAK TIME.' Following Gon and Songguk, he is the third member from the group to enlist.
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