K-pop's BTS may still be able to perform while doing military service

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SEOUL – K-pop boy band BTS might still be able to perform overseas while serving in the military, South Korea's defence minister said on Monday (Aug 1), as the country debates shortening mandatory military service for K-pop stars to three weeks from about two years. The issue is coming sharply into focus with the oldest member of band, Jin, turning...

BTS poses at the carpet during arrivals ahead of iHeartRadio Jingle Ball concert at The Forum, in Inglewood, California, US, on Dec 3, 2021.SEOUL – K-pop boy band BTS might still be able to perform overseas while serving in the military, South Korea's defence minister said on Monday , as the country debates shortening mandatory military service for K-pop stars to three weeks from about two years.

Military service is hugely controversial in South Korea where all able-bodied men aged between 18 and 28 must fulfil their duties as part of efforts to defend against nuclear-armed North Korea. The seven-member band announced a break in June from group musical activities to pursue solo projects, pleading exhaustion.

Since their 2013 debut, BTS have became a worldwide sensation with their upbeat hits and social campaigns aimed at empowering youth.

 

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