Jin, one of the members of BTS, just celebrated his birthday, but he admitted that he was sad as he was not able to celebrate it with his fans because he's currently serving in the South Korean Military under their mandatory enlistment.
Taking to Weverse, a popular social media platform in his home country of South Korea, the musician expressed his gratitude to his loyal fans for greeting him on his special day.
"Thank you very much to everyone who wished me a happy birthday. I always enjoyed [livestreams] with ARMY on my birthday," he wrote. (translated from Korean to English)
Celebrating BTS' Jin on his special day! The singer-songwriter has garnered widespread praise for his debut solo single, 'The Astronaut,' setting a groundbreaking record for the highest first-day sales among soloists on Hanteo at the time. 🚀🎶 #MIXBirthdays #BTSJIN pic.twitter.com/zNXFiXTrif
— MIX (@mixdotmy) December 4, 2023
However, he noted that there is a tinge of sadness during his celebration, as he added: "unfortunately I couldn't enjoy it this year, which breaks my heart."
Jin, who recently turned 31, also noted that he wanted to let his fans know that he's with them in spirit.
"Even though I can't be with you physically, please know that I am having a good time with you in my heart," he wrote. (via Billboard)
Jin Excited to be With Fans Again Soon
Later in the post, Jin acknowledged that there is still a lot of time under his military enlistment, but he's excited to be with his supporters soon.
He added that other members will also be going to the army anytime soon and he's hoping for time to pass quickly so he could spend more time with his bandmates and members of the ARMY.
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"Thank you again for wishing me a happy birthday... I'll be back soon," he added.
BTS Members Military Enlistment
Per the outlet, South Korean law requires all men, who are able-bodied, between the ages of 18 to 28 to serve several months in the military.
Jin's anniversary in the military is coming up as he enlisted on December 13, 2022, just days after his birthday.
Aside from him, other members of BTS like J-Hope and Suga began their mandatory enlistment in early 2023, while remaining members like RM, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook, are expected to enter any day now.
In November, Jung Kook addressed his fans, saying that he would enter the military and he promised his supporters that he would come back with a "more maturte side."
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