K-POP STARS TAKE THE MILITARY ROUTE
Hindustan Times|July 14, 2023
In South Korea, able-bodied men aged between 18 and 35 are required to serve in the military for a period of 18 to 21 months. From J-Hope to Kai, a host of K-pop stars have enrolled this year. A look
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K-POP STARS TAKE THE MILITARY ROUTE

Minhyuk

A member of the K-pop band Monsta X, the 29-year-old singer enlisted in the military on April 4 and entered the 5th Infantry Division recruit training centre in Yeoncheon (Gyeonggi Province). Prior to his departure, MONSTA X treated fans to a series of clicks that also included Shownu, who is currently serving in the military.

J-Hope 

Following in the footsteps of fellow BTS member Jin, JHope entered boot camp on April 18.

The 29-year-old South Korean singer posted a picture of his new hairstyle on Instagram before being driven to the city of Wonju to take part in the military enlistment ceremony. The caption said: "I'll have a good trip!"

Nam Joo-hyuk 

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