- Safety or Special Treatment? Army Responds to J-Hope Enlistment Controversy" 목차
Following J-Hope's recent enlistment in the military, suspicions have been raised concerning the possibility of preferential treatment received by the BTS member. The Army addressed these concerns on April 21, explaining that the measures taken were for safety reasons and not indicative of any special treatment.
J-Hope, a member of the world-renowned K-pop group BTS, enlisted in the military on April 18 at the Baekho Recruit Training Center of the 36th Infantry Division (Baekho Unit) in Socho-myeon, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do. His enlistment took place without any special event or announcement.
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New photos of BTS member J-Hope (Jeong Ho-seok) were released today, showcasing his impressive transition into military life at the 36th Army Recruit Training Center in Gangwon-do. The images show J-Hope wearing his military cap, confidently holding a gun,
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However, local media reported on the 21st that a total of six vehicles belonging to Hive, including those carrying J-Hope and his fellow BTS members Jin, RM, Suga, Jimin, V, and Jungkook, entered the military base. This raised concerns as the Baekho Unit had informed through their electronic display board at the guardhouse that only one enlisted vehicle was allowed to enter the unit.
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On April 25th, fans were delighted to catch a glimpse of BTS member J-Hope (Jeong Ho-seok) as photos from his military training camp were released. These images were posted in the 36th division cafe of 'The Camp', where J-Hope is currently undergoing his b
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Moreover, it was noted that while other service members had to present their enlistment notices in front of the guardhouse to receive access tickets, J-Hope received his ticket in advance through his agency and was able to pass through the guardhouse without delay.
In response to these concerns, the Army clarified on the 21st that the decision to allow multiple vehicles and provide J-Hope with an access ticket in advance was made to prevent potential safety accidents and traffic congestion during the enlistment process. They emphasized that it was a recommendation, not an obligation, and was done after discussing with the agency to ensure the safety of everyone involved.
BTS's J-Hope and Jin Enlist in Military, Fans Anticipate Future Activities
Big Hit Music, the agency representing the global K-pop sensation BTS, announced on the 1st that J-Hope (Jeong Ho-seok, 29) will be enlisting in the military to fulfill his mandatory service obligations. The exact enlistment date has not been revealed, and
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Despite the Army's explanation, the incident has sparked a debate among fans and the general public alike, with some defending the measures taken to ensure the safety of J-Hope and others, while some argue that it is indicative of preferential treatment for the K-pop star.
