Jin, a member of the popular K-pop group BTS, has completed his military service on June 12, as reported by the South Korean news agency Yonhap News Agency. The following day, he even made his first appearance at the annual BTS Festa held at the Seoul Sports Complex in the southern part of Seoul, according to their label Big Hit Music. The BTS Festa 2024 celebrates the 11th anniversary of the beloved boy band, where fans eagerly anticipate catching a glimpse of their idols. This year, Jin is the only member present at the event, as the other six members are still fulfilling their military service.
Due to their success with BTS, the members were able to postpone their mandatory military service until they turned thirty. Normally, South Korean men are required to enlist between the ages of 18 and 28, for a period of 18 to 21 months. Jin, who is now 31, started his service last year, with his bandmates following suit soon after. Typically, they are not allowed to perform during this time, but exceptions can be made for events of national importance within South Korea.
