BTS, the boy-band sensation from Korea, to enlist in military service

Yes, in an official statement, K-Pop band BTS has announced through their agency HYBE that BTS member Jin will be cancelling on his previous request of delaying his compulsory military service towards his country. 

“BTS member Jin will request to cancel the delay of his military enlistment in late October and then follow the enlistment process of the Military Manpower Administration. The other members will then follow with their enlistments according to their individual plans," said BTS' official announcement that was released globally on October 17, 2022. 

For the uninitiated, military service is mandatory for one and all in South Korea, especially all the able-bodied men aged between 18 and 28 with exceptions made only for athletes, traditional musicians and dancers. In 2020, the upper-age limit for enlisting in the army was extended for BTS but it has now been announced that all members of the group will serve in the military, reports have confirmed.

The band, who enjoys a strong global fan base, frequently interacts with their fans virtually. BTS comprises V, Jimin, Jungkook, J-Hope, Suga, Jin, and RM. 

Recently, during one a virtual get-together on Weverse, Jimin got talking about food and his favourites. When fans started firing him question sabout different kinds of food from around the world, with some even recommending to try out new dishes, Jimin was quick to respond to one Indian fan's biryani suggestion.