There is news that members of the world's number one pop group BTS are enlisting in the Military.

On Tuesday, lead singer Jung Kook and his fellow K-pop band members It was reported that he was recruited for military service. It is a must for all South Korean men between the ages of 18-28.

Four weeks ago, Jung Kook held his solo concert in New York. In the past few weeks, he has also released several collaborations with Justin Timberlake and Usher. His debut album 'Golden' Hitting number one on several charts, the dance to his hit song Standing Next to You has also trended on TikTok.

While basking in the glory of concerts in New York, he had to return to Seoul. A few days after his arrival, Kook, 26, and three other BTS members posted a live video to tell fans that it was time for him to pursue military service. With Korea technically at war, most men have to serve 18 months in the military. But there has long been a debate over whether South Korea's most famous BTS should serve in the military.

Olympic medalists and classical musicians were previously exempted from military service. In 2020, South Korea's parliament passed a bill that would have allowed BTS to delay their mandatory military service until age 30.

At the time, the band's defenders, including government ministers, argued that Korea's biggest pop stars were already making $ Since they have earned billions and served their country, they should be allowed to continue in their singing world.

But last October, their agency, BigHit Music, Jung and the other seven members were ordered to military service. confirmed that it will be fulfilled.