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V is getting ready to join the South Korean military, and he went on Weverse on Sunday (Dec. 10) to share a heartfelt message with BTS’ fans, known as the ARMY.
“I will miss you so much,” the note, written in Korean, says. “I’m really sad that I can’t create happy memories with my ARMY right now it’s the hardest not to see the ARMY. I’II be back after 18 months of being healthy, so take care of your ARMY and if you’re looking for something to be happy about every day, cheers! I’m here! I’ll be back!”
“Within 18 months, I’ve prepared a lot of things. Please look forward do it,” the 27-year-old singer added, before concluding, “I’ll really miss you. I admire you so much.”
V recently released a music video for “Blue,” the fourth single from his debut album, Layover. The collection — which includes “Like Me Again,” “Slow Dancing” (plus its piano version), “For Us” and “Rainy Days” — was released on Sept. 8.
The K-pop supergroup’s label, Big Hit, announced earlier this month that the final four band members — RM, Jimin, V and Jung Kook — are starting their military enlistment process, following Jin, J-Hope and Suga, who are already enlisted.
“We ask that you only give a warm send-off and encouragement to RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook with your heart,” the statement read.
South Korea requires an 18-month military service stint for all able-bodied men by the time they turn 28. BTS announced a pause in their group work in October 2022 to allow all the singers to enlist. BTS is expected to reconvene in 2025 when all have completed their duty to country.
