- By Srishti Pandey
- Wed, 04 Sep 2024 04:08 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
BTS Jungkook, Jimin and V have officially been promoted to Corporal in the South Korean military, marking a significant achievement in their military service. This promotion, from Private First Class to Corporal, was confirmed through the Goondori app, a popular platform among soldiers for tracking rank advancements. The three idols, who enlisted together in December 2023, have continued to fulfil their national duties while receiving overwhelming support from their fans, known as ARMYs. The promotion news quickly spread across social media, sparking a wave of pride and excitement within the fandom.
Fans shared their joy on various platforms, including X (formerly Twitter). One fan expressed their pride by saying, "Vminkook making us proud!!! :')" Another commented, "Oh, we’re so proud of our boys." The promotions even led to emotional tributes, with one fan highlighting, "Maknae line got promoted to Corporal in the military! Congratulations Vminkook."
OMGG 🔥👑 🤯
— ꜱʟʏᴛʜᴇʀɪɴ ᴊɪᴍɪɴ (@jimin_lil_devil) September 1, 2024
Jimin was officially promoted to corporal today.
CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN
SO PROUD OF OUR JIMIN
JIMIN JIMIN pic.twitter.com/rsanrintu0
Vminkook got promoted to Corporal
— sh@d●w ⁷ ●♤JACK AND JOKER 🃏● (@AnOT7forlyf) September 1, 2024
We are so proud of you
Corporal Park Jimin 🫡💜
Corporal Kim Taehyung 🫡💜
Corporal Jeon Jungkook 🫡💜 pic.twitter.com/tCKDDkn0jy
Jungkook's promotion, in particular, drew special attention as it coincided with his birthday on September 1. A fan remarked, "What a coincidence and the news that makes us most proud... Jungkook was promoted and became a corporal on his birthday." This timing added an extra layer of significance to the celebration.
What a coincidence and the news that makes us most proud.. Jungkook was promoted and became a corporal on his birthday pic.twitter.com/E4gPs5S0QR
— Jinkook (@kookjin187) August 31, 2024
The promotion to Corporal is a step closer to the highest rank of Sergeant, which the trio may achieve before completing their service. Meanwhile, the other BTS members are also progressing in their military duties. RM recently shared his own promotion to Corporal, and Jin was discharged in June 2024, marking the beginning of the group's gradual return to civilian life.
Fans eagerly await the group's reunion, which is expected to happen in 2025 once all members have completed their military service.