- By Aanchal Sharma
- Thu, 04 May 2023 11:55 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Popular K-pop artist Park Jinyoung, famously known as Jinyoung from the boy band GOT7, has decided to enrol for his mandatory military service. The news was confirmed by his talent management agency BH Entertainment on Thursday morning.
Taking to their official Instagram account, BH Entertainment confirmed Jinyoung’s military enlistment date as May 8, 2023. The agency added that no official send-off event will be held for the Korean artist.
“Actor Park Jinyoung will fulfill his duty to his country and enlist into basic military training on May 8th (Mon). There will be no separate official event and we ask for your understanding as he will be arriving in private for the safety and in consideration of the other families and their loved ones. We kindly ask that fans of Jinyoung refrain from visiting the site as this is a private occasion for many families. As always, thank you very much for your support as Jinyoung fulfills his duties in the military and returns happy and in good health,” the official statement by BH Entertainment read.
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Several social media users took to the comments section of the post to react to Park Jinyoung’s military enlistment date. One user wrote, “We will waiting for you Jinyoung ah! Stay safe and healthy! Comeback safely love you.”
Another comment read, “As Jinyoung begins his military training, we want him to know how much he means to us. His talent, kindness, and passion have touched our hearts and inspired us in so many ways. We are proud of him for dedicating himself to serving his country and we will always stand by his side. Though we will miss his smile, his voice, and his presence, we know that his spirit will remain with us. We will eagerly await his safe return in 1 and a half years, ready to embrace him and continue supporting him in all his endeavours. Jinyoung, you are not alone. We are here for you, always. Our love for you will only grow stronger during this time.”
On Wednesday, it was announced that another K-pop star KAI from EXO will also be enrolling for his military enlistment in May. His agency SM Entertainment shared the official statement, “Hello. This is SM Entertainment. We have come to relay sudden news to fans regarding Kai’s military service. Kai was preparing for EXO’s comeback scheduled for this year, but due to a recent change in regulations of the Military Manpower Administration, he is set to enter the army recruit training centre on May 11, where he will receive basic military training, and he will then serve as a public service worker.”