In June 2022, BTS announced that they will take a break because their members will start compulsory military service in South Korea. Jin and J-Hope were the first to start their training in the army, but now Min Yoongi, better known as Suga, will join the list. What did the record company BIG HIT mention?
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The rapper and music producer concluded his 'D-DAY' tour in Seoul with the participation of Jungkook, Jimin, and Namjoon, but surprised the members of ARMY after announcing his departure from music while starting military service, which is mandatory for every man born in the Korean country.
Suga will join the military service
"We would like to inform the fans that Suga has begun his enlistment process by requesting the termination of his deferment," BIG HIT record company announced in an official statement on Monday, August 7. Although an official date for his enlistment in the Army has not yet been set, fans are hoping to see him in the coming days near the military facilities.
How old is Suga?
Min Yoongi, better known in the entertainment world as Suga, just turned 30 years old on March 9, 2023. The young rapper has been a member of BTS since 2013 after a brief stint in D-Town.
Who was the first member of BTS?
The first member of BTS was RM, also known as Namjoon. This artist is one of the oldest at 28 years old, had a three-year preparation at BigHit, and is now the leader of the group.