Big Names in K-Pop: Upcoming Military Discharges Everyone's Talking About

A Milestone for Many Cherished Stars

In South Korea, military service is not just a duty but a rite of passage for male citizens. Recent times see our favorite K-Pop idols among those fulfilling this national duty, with 2025 marking the year when several of them will return. For fans, this is nothing short of a festival!

Mandatory Service: A Shared Experience

Unlike many countries, South Korea enforces mandatory military service for men aged 18 to 28 due to its unique geopolitical situation. The commitment, spanning 18 to 21 months, has seen celebrities like BTS’s RM and Jungkook putting their rising careers on hold, fully committing to their country’s call.

BTS Members Leading the Way

This year, the discharges of RM, Jungkook, Jimin, and Suga are eagerly awaited. With their return, BTS will be closer to reuniting, exciting fans across the globe. RM is slated to finish his service on June 10, followed by Jungkook and Jimin the very next day. Meanwhile, Suga will touch civilian grounds once more on June 21.

Other Familiar Faces Set to Return

EXO’s Oh Se-hun is set to rejoin civilian life on September 20, along with Kim Min Kyu of EXO who will follow on September 30. October and December promise returns as well, with Song Kang on October 1, and Bobby of iKon on December 3. Adding to the excitement are Taeyong of NCT and Hwang Min Hyun, marking the year’s close with their discharges on December 14 and 20, respectively.

Paving Pathways Post-Service

The return of these celebrities will inevitably invite speculation on their future projects. Given their immense popularity, the entertainment industry brims with anticipation for fresh content and dynamic reintegration into an ever-evolving scene.

As stated in ET Now, the awaited reunion of these talents is expected to reinvigorate K-Pop and bring fans worldwide a renewed sense of joy and excitement. With this wave of homecomings, the face of the industry is bound to shift, setting the stage for an enthralling year ahead.