BTS allowed singing in the military to increase its popularity in the military

The Korean band in the military will be able to perform.  BTS in the military will be able to perform. Previously, there were no such precedents. However, this does not seem to be prohibited by the rules, said South Korean Defense Minister Lee Jong Sop.

Generally, South Korean men are required to serve in the military between the ages of 18 and 28. But for members of the BTS group, exceptions were made. First, for them, the draft was postponed until the age of 30. Secondly, they were allowed to leave for their concerts. Army service in the country lasts about 20 months.

BTS in the military: the group can increase the popularity of the military.

With eldest member Jin of the K-pop group turning 30 next year, the issue is now in the spotlight in South Korea. And just in the country, there are parliamentary debates about reducing the term of service in the army to three weeks (they are not connected with the group). Speaking about BTS, the Minister of Defense said, “We will give them the opportunity to perform together.”

According to him, this will increase the authority of service in the army. It is extremely important given the record low birth rate in the country.

“Because many people have a high regard for artists who serve in the military. This can help increase [the military’s] popularity,” he said.

Controversial Military service in South Korea:

Military service in South Korea has been controversial for many years. More and more South Koreans do not see the point in it. In this regard, the Ministry of Defense of the country often provides men with various benefits, sometimes considering each case separately. Conscripts are allowed to postpone the service or reduce its term. As a rule, only celebrities: Olympic medalists, musicians, dancers, and actors.

For example, Tottenham footballer Son Heung-min was in the army for only three weeks. His service life was reduced after he helped South Korea win the 2018 Asian Games. In addition, then he was granted a delay of 2 years.

BTS PhenomenonIn June, BTS announced its hiatus. Members of the boy band decided to do solo projects. But they promised to return as part of the group.BTS is one of the most popular boy groups in the world. Thanks to them, the Oxford Dictionary added 26 Korean words to its annual edition. They became the world’s best-selling artists in 2021 according to the IFPI counter. At the same time, they became the first Asian group to receive the Artist of the Year award at the American Music Awards. In May, members of the boy band met with US President Joe Biden at the White House.

BTS will be able to postpone their mandatory military duty until they turn 30:

The biggest K-pop singers, explicitly like BTS, will be able to postpone their mandatory military duty until they turn 30. Thanks to a law passed by the South Korean government.

Every Korean male between the ages of 18 and 28 who is physically fit is obligated to serve a minimum of 20 months in the military.

However, the updated rule allows some music singers to postpone their duty on the condition that the culture minister approves.

The action will consequently be given to Jin, who is the oldest member of BTS and will turn 28 in just a few days.

Famous athletes and classical musicians have been exempted from or put off from military service in the past.

Military Duty Act for BTS:

According to the changed Military Duty Act, “a pop culture artist who was approved by the Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism to have significantly improved the image of Korea both in Korea and around the world” can put off service until they are 30.

As the boyband’s popularity has grown around the world, BTS-mania has spread around the globe.

They were however, the first K-pop group to be nominated for a Grammy. This happened last week. Their most popular song, “Dynamite,” was up for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, along with songs by Lady Gaga and Taylor Swift.

Moreover, they just made history by being the first all-Korean pop group to win the top spot on the Billboard 100 singles chart and the first group to have a non-English song debut at the top of the list.

The BTS Army, a group of fans, praised the new law on social media.

“Congratulations, Jin!” wrote one user on Twitter. “I’m so happy I can’t even put it into words.”

“What a time to be alive,” said someone else.

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