BTS V's Enlistment in the Military and Fans' Reactions

When will BTS V enlist and be discharged?

BTS member V (real name Kim Taehyung) enlisted in the army as an active-duty soldier on December 11, 2023. Before enlisting, V expressed his anticipation and nervousness about joining the military through communication with fans, saying he was looking forward to new experiences in army life.

He also made headlines by appearing in the music video for IU's "Love Wins All," his last project before enlistment.

V is scheduled to receive basic military training at the Nonsan Army Training Center in South Chungcheong Province, after which he will serve in the Capital Defense Command's Special Mission Unit. His expected discharge date is June 10, 2025, after which all BTS members will have completed their service and the group plans to resume full activities in 2025.

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V's enlistment has become a major topic of interest for fans, with many sending messages wishing him well and praying for his safety. BTS's agency has requested fans to refrain from visiting the enlistment site, asking them to offer their warm farewells and encouragement in their hearts.

After BTS's V enlisted in the military, fans have shown a wide range of reactions. Many fans expressed their wishes for his safety and well-being, sending messages of support for him during his service.

BTS fans' reactions

Encouragement and support: After the news of V's enlistment was announced, fans left messages of encouragement on social media and various platforms. Some fans sent messages of support like, "Taehyung, stay healthy and come back safely," wishing for his safe return.

Birthday events: Fans prepared special events to celebrate V's birthday. This is an example of how he continues to receive love and support from fans despite being in the military.

Online reactions: After V's military enlistment, photos of him wearing his military uniform became a hot topic online, with some fans praising his new look and expressing pride in him for showing a new side of himself.

However, some viewed this as military propaganda and expressed critical reactions.

Social media activity: Despite V being in the military, fans are expecting him to share updates through social media occasionally. This reflects fans' continued expectation of communication with him.

In this way, fans are showing support for V after his military enlistment by wishing him well and praying for his safety, doing so in a variety of ways. These reactions from fans well illustrate the strong bond between BTS and their fandom.