BTS Members Jimin and Jungkook Complete Military Service, Reunite with Fans

BTS members Jimin and Jungkook have officially completed their military service and reunited with fans.

On the morning of the 11th, Jimin and Jungkook completed their discharge procedures at the 5th Division Artillery Brigade in the South Korean Army. They greeted the press and fans at the Yeoncheon Sports Complex in Gyeonggi Province. The duo enlisted together in December of last year, with Jungkook serving as a cook during his time in the military.

Dressed in military uniforms and holding bouquets, the two saluted and shouted "Unity!" Upon arriving at the venue filled with fans, Jungkook, handed a microphone, laughed and said, "I don't know what to say."

Jimin expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you to the fans who came from afar. It was a long time from COVID to the military, and I appreciate your patience. Now that we're discharged, we can continue painting the picture we've been working on. We'll prepare well and show you."

Jungkook added, "To our seniors who were ahead of us, the juniors still in the military, our peers who were discharged a bit earlier, and the officers who worked hard with us, thank you for taking care of us."

Reflecting on his military service, Jimin said, "It was my first time in the military, and it wasn't an easy place. I never underestimated it, but it was challenging. We bonded a lot while working, eating, and even sleeping outside together." Jungkook chimed in, "There were so many events. I'll organize them and share them in a fun way during a live broadcast."

Jimin concluded, "I'll cherish these grateful memories. To the public, I dare say the military isn't an easy place. Many people work hard there. If you see soldiers on the street, a warm gesture would be appreciated."

The day before, on the 10th, fellow BTS members RM and V also completed their military duties and greeted fans. Last year, Jin and J-Hope were discharged first. Suga, who is serving as a social service agent, is set to be released on the 21st, marking the completion of military service for all BTS members this month.

In celebration of BTS's 12th anniversary, HYBE will host a large-scale offline event, '2025 BTS FESTA,' on the 13th and 14th at KINTEX in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province. The exterior of HYBE's headquarters in Yongsan, Seoul, is wrapped with the fandom logo and the phrase "WE ARE BACK."