Hello army Jin's new song called astronaut is coming out on October 28th at 1pm kst. Please treat it like a group comeback and show it lots of love. Please spread this message everywhere please.

@@sekarpriyadhaarshini753 it’s not a group comeback Jin is enlisting after

@@OutrageousOpulence they are saying to treat jin's new song as a group comback

Exactly what I thought - Jin especially was creeping up on the deadline, and taking the opportunity to take a small breather, explore himself a bit artistically and leave his mark before going in makes perfect sense. Also, I'm interpreting their comments on reuniting in 2025 as a hint that they may do what I personally believe would be the only sensible thing - enlist as quickly as possible to get their collective service over and done with. Otherwise it will be seven years before they've all done their service, if every member up to Jungkook waits until the last minute to go in. If they volunteer to enlist now, they might all be able to go in during 2023, and then they will all be done in 2025. They've always shown that they hate being one member short, and going on for years and years with one, two, three or four members missing (when the 94 and 95 line go in) would probably be more painful and depressing to them than to just be apart for two years.

BTS Army IS READY TO SUPPORT THEM thought thick or thin. 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

💯💯💯💯they took a decent step

220 countries ? 🙈

@@vieillardsenile9104 229

@@lovemyself174 I thought there were only 195 countries 🙈

@@vieillardsenile9104 we can count island nations as well..

ApoBangpo 💜😭

BTS are looking forward to reconvening as a group again around 2025 following their service commitment."but BTS is not over they haven'twanna say to all the bts army's that please keep remembering what junkook said in vlive that bts will never disband and bts is not stopping any activities as a group it just that we want some different experiences and more focused on our solo projects so that after break we can come with fresh new ideas and we bts and army can grow more and more. He also said that we have so many things to do so please don't misunderstand us and he said 3-4 tims just to reassure army's that they are not going anywhere they are not going on hiatus or disbandement at all this is what he clearly said. but BTS is not over they haven'tBoth the company and the members of BTS are looking forward to reconvening as a group again around 2025.

Hello army Jin's new song called astronaut is coming out on October 28th at 1pm kst. Please treat it like a group comeback and show it lots of love. Please spread this message everywhere please.

This right here!

BTS chose to go. This man, or any non-Korean, has no right to have any opinion on this matter. The history of our country, the countless sacrifices of those who have gone before us for us to be here today as a nation and people does not run through his veins nor does he have any inkling to the magnitude of our resilience and survival to the evils of foreign forces. How belittling of all of you to say something so thoughtless so that you can get views and go viral on such a serious topic that affects our daily lives. Not just North Korea of today, but for thousands of years, we have had japan, china, russia, america, constantly meddling in our affairs and bringing carnage to our people. The Korean military exists to protect this nation and its great history of goodness and survival, this includes BTS. No amount of singing and dancing is going to stop the brutality of a potential invasion brought on by the evils of man. BTS understands this all too well. The government had not made any decision. BTS chose to go because they are 7 individuals amongst the countless who call themselves Korean who love and cherish this nation and its people. Sacrifice is a duty and not a whim. BTS did not make this nation what it is today. Blood, Sweat, and Tears of countless who went before us did. Shame on you people for being so frivolous with your words in speaking out about something you have zero idea about. If you have any care about this matter, I encourage you to study our history and open your eyes to something that has been smothered into being silent for much too long.

I'm beginning to think that the only way non-ARMY Korea is going to genuinely appreciate what BTS have done for the country is to let them take the fall. Let BTS enlist: let the Hallyu wave evaporate, let the EXPO bid be lost because EXPO ambassadors got sidelined in the critical year. (EXPO committee will choose the host city in 2023- Nov 2023.) Let them crash, let the tourism dry up and the sales vanish and the interest just die away. I think only that will be sufficient to drive in the fact that this is not just another one of those many K-pop groups that everyone's so jaded about. And that other groups, no matter how hard-working and dedicated, simply cannot fill the gap. BTS have nothing to worry about, we ARMYs are about the most loyal fanbase out there, and we'll wait. But we've never once suggested that loyalty to BTS = loyalty to South Korea or its obstinate, ungrateful, greedy, backwards government. People keep telling us Internationals to keep our opinions out of it because it's an internal matter; it's not, but if that's what their attitude is, we can just hang on to our cash, turn off our votes and streams and support, find other places to visit and cultures to appreciate (I'm going to Italy next summer, not Korea...) and wait for BTS's comeback.

BTS chose to go. This man, or any non-Korean, has no right to have any opinion on this matter. The history of our country, the countless sacrifices of those who have gone before us for us to be here today as a nation and people does not run through his veins nor does he have any inkling to the magnitude of our resilience and survival to the evils of foreign forces. How belittling of all of you to say something so thoughtless so that you can get views and go viral on such a serious topic that affects our daily lives. Not just North Korea of today, but for thousands of years, we have had japan, china, russia, america, constantly meddling in our affairs and bringing carnage to our people. The Korean military exists to protect this nation and its great history of goodness and survival, this includes BTS. No amount of singing and dancing is going to stop the brutality of a potential invasion brought on by the evils of man. BTS understands this all too well. The government had not made any decision. BTS chose to go because they are 7 individuals amongst the countless who call themselves Korean who love and cherish this nation and its people. Sacrifice is a duty and not a whim. BTS did not make this nation what it is today. Blood, Sweat, and Tears of countless who went before us did. Shame on you people for being so frivolous with your words in speaking out about something you have zero idea about. If you have any care about this matter, I encourage you to study our history and open your eyes to something that has been smothered into being silent for much too long.

@@haeleelee6885 Try looking into your own history, you can not deny the impact BTS has had on their country. History is made silent first by it's own people. If you want people to know about your country, then let them know EVERYTHING, not just the bits and pieces you feel are relevant. You don't have to like them or their music, you don't have to support them, but in the future when people are looking back at this moment as "history", BTS will be a part of that. They had every intention to serve because it is what all good (male) citizens should do. They chose to serve normal enlistment time because the government was kicking their feet and they were tired of waiting. From the outside looking in, it seems like the government was trying to squeeze everything they can out of BTS before sending them in to serve and assumed that BTS would be accommodating because they held the "possibility" of an exemption or alternative service over their heads. I agree that people outside of Korea shouldn't really have a say in the military. But they have every right to speak on BTS because they belong to the world. Edit: Just realized I responded to someone who is desperately copy and pasting their comment on as many other comments as possible. Oh well, I stand by it.

@@haeleelee6885 Oh, you think we I-ARMYs have no say on this matter? And just where do you think your country would be if not for us? Shall we find out? Shall we shut down your hallyu wave for a few years and see how you like it? You know, the whole point of which is the enormous degree of international influence that BTS have brought you- you do understand that, don't you? Seventh most influential nation in the world in 2021...because of K-pop. Soft power enough to try for an EXPO hosting, and oh, look who your EXPO ambassadors are. BTS. Best-selling albums, most-streamed videos, most awarded group in history... Now who was it that made BTS so successful? I'll give you a hint: it wasn't Korean radio, Korean TV, or Korean music shows. It wasn't the citizens all bored with K-pop groups, and definitely not the other K-pop fandoms, was it? Now. Just who do you think you are to try and declare who knows what about your country? What an arrogant little sot you are. You have no clue at all what people have learned about your country, your government, your society and the traditions that you hold more important than the present and future. I know all about your military, I've studied it in depth these past two years. I know who gets exemptions at the government's whim, guidelines be damned. I know your laws state there's supposed to be a specific number of active soldiers at all time, and I know your population is dropping- in part thanks to all the suicides among young people- to the point where it will soon require more than 100% of the male population to fulfil that required number. I know how men in the military treat each other; I know soldiers get paid a pittance and the government pockets all the profits the men might have earned during their enlistment. Incidentally, I do know a great deal about the brutal domination of Korea by Japan, and Japan's constant efforts to cast themselves as victims. I also know of China's efforts to claim everything of significance that Korea's ever done. I wonder how much you could tell me about England vs Ireland, or US vs Mexico? So, why did I learn all of this? Why, because BTS caught my interest. What you and others like you seem to refuse to understand is that being interested in your country is one thing, and being loyal ARMY to BTS is a different thing altogether. Our loyalty to, and affection for, BTS does not extend to you, your country, and your government. Just as someone's love of Coldplay does not extend to loving England and Boris Johnson, or love of Silk Sonic does not mean you love America and Donald Trump. We have tolerated the fact that Korea and BTS go together, and we have been curious, but we are NOT loyal to South Korea or its government. (Especially not after watching them for the past three years. The US military is particularly displeased with you at this time, you know, because your government simply will not give any sort of answer to where they stand on China.) And we do NOT feel any obligation to support you when you insult us, offend us, call us ignorant, and tell us to keep quiet. If you don't want internationals having opinions and making criticisms, then go curl yourself up in your K-cocoon- just like your horrible northern neighbors- and go on trying to pretend the rest of the world has no significance. And be ready to pay the price: obscurity, indifference to your welfare, a return to 'struggling emergent' and 'third world nation'. One of these days, I am going to pin a Korean into a corner and make them explain why in the world they keep claiming that, 'You will serve or you will be severely punished' is in any way honorable. There never has been, and never will be, anything 'honorable' about Forced Servitude. The honor in service comes from choosing- CHOOSING- to put country ahead of self, not in being made to do it or else. BTS have chosen honorably, but if they had not chosen, their service would not be any more honorable than any other man's.

@@haeleelee6885 I won't pretend to know much about the history of Korea or it's people. I only know enough to know Korea didn't fight for independence alone.

If performing is offered to them I hope they decline. They have been used enough,

I didn't know that governors and their "sons" have been exempted .. WTH they should be called out for this .. I'll pray for BTS to get out of there as soon as possible and safely 💜💜 Seriously what a corrupted government

@@proudnana5822 fr

Wtf

@@proudnana5822 bts has enlisted themselves already so thats basically already declining their offer. the government/ministry of defense has actually already offered this deal to bts months ago but no news of their reply was shown to the public (its safe to assume that bts never planned to accept their offer), it just has been recently brought up after the unexpected announcement that theyre going to serve. its supposedly a 3-year term and its basically a slave contract as its straight up mean to exploit bts. now that bts has enlisted themselves and has stated they will follow the procedure, they cant just immediately change it on the spot. if u ask me, this is the best decision bts couldve done. they embarrassed their own politicians by deciding their future with their own hands and ignoring their demands. the government will also lose billions of money that bts brings to the economy, you could say south korea is currently a walking L. and ironically enough, bts' decision aligns with their message in their early careers; fight against the government's corruption and fight for their rights.

Well said.

Jin is enlisting end of October

BTS chose to go. This man, or any non-Korean, has no right to have any opinion on this matter. The history of our country, the countless sacrifices of those who have gone before us for us to be here today as a nation and people does not run through his veins nor does he have any inkling to the magnitude of our resilience and survival to the evils of foreign forces. How belittling of all of you to say something so thoughtless so that you can get views and go viral on such a serious topic that affects our daily lives. Not just North Korea of today, but for thousands of years, we have had japan, china, russia, america, constantly meddling in our affairs and bringing carnage to our people. The Korean military exists to protect this nation and its great history of goodness and survival, this includes BTS. No amount of singing and dancing is going to stop the brutality of a potential invasion brought on by the evils of man. BTS understands this all too well. The government had not made any decision. BTS chose to go because they are 7 individuals amongst the countless who call themselves Korean who love and cherish this nation and its people. Sacrifice is a duty and not a whim. BTS did not make this nation what it is today. Blood, Sweat, and Tears of countless who went before us did. Shame on you people for being so frivolous with your words in speaking out about something you have zero idea about. If you have any care about this matter, I encourage you to study our history and open your eyes to something that has been smothered into being silent for much too long.

Great commentary. They spoke at the U.N 3 times...💜

You said it better in one paragraph, than the essay I just wrote. Way to go ARMY💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

Well said. ❤

True 💜

It’s wild how so-called anchors/media hosts/writers are so massively uninformed on something they could simply look up themselves. It takes less than five minutes to understand the impact of BTS, the records they’re holding/broke, and the status of their hiatus (not actual split). Devo knows his stuff so of course he went viral because accurately acknowledging their impact and talent in the news is rare. Also these people are so smarmy. Yikes. Ignorant as hell. What was all that commentary at the end about democracy and whatnot and emphasizing him “saying an opinion”. Sorry to break it to them, but the Beatles and Elvis had nothing on BTS’ global records and achievements and White America can’t stand that fact.

Good point

Like how much their government sucks?

i agree. bts deserves the exemption but imo, the exemption could result as to limiting bts' freedom of speech as the gov could use their exemption to blackmail them. im sure bts, especially the rapline, is going to create a political song regarding this.

There is nothing positive for me.. they are and will be in an environment of violence, abuse and weapons. no privacy. they will stop their careers in their prime to go and have a bad time and put their physical and mental health at risk

Jin is actually enlisting after his solo comes out at the end of October.

Yeah. I was just explaining that the government only allowed Jin to defer military until end of this year, meaning that he will have to do his military service next year unless the government allows exemption. Government and politicians have been unclear on this matter making it difficult for BTS to plan their upcoming activities. After the Busan concert, Hybe did announce that Jin will file for cancellation of the deferral in October, and he will get enlisted according to the government protocols.

@@sjsjsj123sjsj BTS did not split. They made a decision to focus on solo albums for the moment (the band spoke about this during their busan concert). Fans were a bit confused about why they suddenly made this decision, but now it is clear the decision was because of their military duty. Because the oldest member Jin has to do his military service next year, BTS could not plan any concerts, albums, tours as a group. After all members complete their military duty, the band will perform as a whole in 2025 (according to HYBE, their company).BTS are looking forward to reconvening as a group again around 2025 following their service commitment."but BTS is not over they haven'twanna say to all the bts army's that please keep remembering what junkook said in vlive that bts will never disband and bts is not stopping any activities as a group it just that we want some different experiences and more focused on our solo projects so that after break we can come with fresh new ideas and we bts and army can grow more and more. He also said that we have so many things to do so please don't misunderstand us and he said 3-4 tims just to reassure army's that they are not going anywhere they are not going There is public debate about the hypocrisy of the law that exempts only gold medalist athletes and classical musicians who achieved a certain award, but the exemption does not have secured content in advance, which will enable BTS to continue their engagement with fans for the foreseeable future.

Hello army Jin's new song called astronaut is coming out on October 28th at 1pm kst. Please treat it like a group comeback and show it lots of love. Please spread this message everywhere please.

thank you for the data, well done! 💜

Omg finally you are so damn right 🤨😐

But the main problem Chaebols influence the political issues in Korea. If BTS not given the service these people could have blacklisted them in many ways. I am proud of my boys such a bold decision & tight slap to government..

@@positivevibes8986 BTS are looking forward to reconvening as a group again around 2025 following their service commitment."but BTS is not over they haven'twanna say to all the bts army's that please keep remembering what junkook said in vlive that bts will never disband and bts is not stopping any activities as a group it just that we want some different experiences and more focused on our solo projects so that after break we can come with fresh new ideas and we bts and army can grow more and more. He also said that we have so many things to do so please don't misunderstand us and he said 3-4 tims just to reassure army's that they are not going anywhere they are not going on hiatus or disbandement at all this is what he clearly said. but BTS is not over they haven'tBoth the company and the members of BTS are looking forward to reconvening as a group again around 2025.

Two wrongs don't make a right. If conscription is mandatory, everyone (including women) should serve unless medical issues or other circumstances prevent them from doing so. Money and global reach should not be factors if everyone is to be treated equally.

BTS chose to go. This man, or any non-Korean, has no right to have any opinion on this matter. The history of our country, the countless sacrifices of those who have gone before us for us to be here today as a nation and people does not run through his veins nor does he have any inkling to the magnitude of our resilience and survival to the evils of foreign forces. How belittling of all of you to say something so thoughtless so that you can get views and go viral on such a serious topic that affects our daily lives. Not just North Korea of today, but for thousands of years, we have had japan, china, russia, america, constantly meddling in our affairs and bringing carnage to our people. The Korean military exists to protect this nation and its great history of goodness and survival, this includes BTS. No amount of singing and dancing is going to stop the brutality of a potential invasion brought on by the evils of man. BTS understands this all too well. The government had not made any decision. BTS chose to go because they are 7 individuals amongst the countless who call themselves Korean who love and cherish this nation and its people. Sacrifice is a duty and not a whim. BTS did not make this nation what it is today. Blood, Sweat, and Tears of countless who went before us did. Shame on you people for being so frivolous with your words in speaking out about something you have zero idea about. If you have any care about this matter, I encourage you to study our history and open your eyes to something that has been smothered into being silent for much too long.

@@haeleelee6885 so why were people exempted in the past and why didn’t the actual president of South Korea serve in the military? All we are saying is, the laws and the lawmakers are hypocrites

@@Queensljme That's a valid question, so I will answer. Things change over time. It was done in the past because we as a nation was very broken from the criminal japanese occupation for 40 years and then geo-political war, followed by political unrest. After decades of nothing but hard work to rebuild, we started to see individuals who were excelling not just in our country but worldwide, although it was few and far inbetween. In the past, when this occurred, it was a huge boost to our morale as a people and the whole celebrated. It gave us to stop working at our tireless jobs and smile, cry and laugh from happiness and joy. During the japanese occupation (1910-1945- started with their slaying our last Empress Myeongseong 1895), they made us feel like worthless people who needed to be trained like dogs. That can have a lot of affect not only on the individual but the entire nation in trying to maintain our identity. So after the war and the start of our rebuilding, the exemptions were more than fair, because it gave us pride and hope. We all wanted them to get exemptions because it felt like we were all being recognized as a member of the human race. (It's hard to explain this feeling). However since the past recent decades, a lot of koreans have risen to the top and helped us to regain our country (this includes all the little and simple people who worked and still work countless hours and contribute every single day). However, with all good things, there is the bad. There was and is a period where the powerful and rich started to abuse this exemption for their children and friends. It became a huge problem. So people became very skeptical and naturally didn't want to serve because once again, the rich were taking advantage of the poor and powerless. In the process of fixing this problem, BTS is playing a huge role. By volunteering to go, they also remind everyone the importance of serving for one's country, that serving means thanking those who went before us for their sacrifices. For without them, BTS and every single Korean would not have a culture, nation to call our own. BTS will be loved even further for this role. They know how important this move is not only for their career but for their nation and people as well. They have always said that they would serve. BTS love their people and nation more than anything else in this world. To love one's nation and culture in this way is a right for every single human that walks this earth. There are several different exemptions, one- excellence, two-health, three-only son for several generations (they get light training for defense purposes). Unlike the previous president who paraded BTS as a show piece to improve his international image, the current president Yoon has not done this and stays away from using them as any personal purposes. President Yoon received a legit medical exemption. You know about this because the previous moon's party continues to spread hate info on Yoon.(corrupt moon and his wife are now being investigated for misspending a large amount of tax money and illegally sending North Korean fishermen back to North Korea who were then executed)

@@haeleelee6885 they’ll serve but that won’t make Koreans like them at all lol. I don’t think Koreans know the extent of the influence of BTS nor do they respect those guys. Still if the law is still there then there’s no reason at all for not exempting them. All they’ve done for the economy tourism alone is a huge service in itself. Because of them people know Korea, want to learn the language and visit the country. Plus they exposed Korean music to the world. Not exempting them is hypocritical I stand by that. Also I hope the government or whoever is in charge let them serve as they planned, and doesn’t try to offer an alternate service where they’ll get money from BTS. They’ll be done by 2025 and won’t owe anything to « k netz » But we’ll remember the hypocrisy of South Korea towards the biggest act that ever came out there. But it ain’t that deep anyway… I’ll still be standing by them in 2025 and forever

@@Queensljme you are imagining things. too much army mumble jumble. who says Koreans don't like BTS? Why do you think BTS still live in Korea when they can live wherever? Because they love Korea, love the people? Are you nuts? ok, this little army girl nonsense needs to stop. This is getting way too out of control. Their haters are from other countries who call them gay, chinese, so on and so on. That's who they are talking about. BTS Loves their country and people. Stop fantasizing. This is why some people hate BTS, cause of their little girl delusional army. Stop it. You are embarrassing us!

@@cupcakenfetti I'm with you.

@@cupcakenfetti I agree with you. I just want them to go so people can shut up. They definitely deserve the exemption.. but people are stupid I don't know..

Hello army Jin's new song called astronaut is coming out on October 28th at 1pm kst. Please treat it like a group comeback and show it lots of love. Please spread this message everywhere please.

@@cupcakenfetti their not getting one they have to serve it’s the law and the rules Jin is leaving end of this month to go

@@se7nn1120 I suggest you to shut up if you don't know the situation in SK and their history between NK.

This!!!!!

Also, ARMY isn't going anywhere, as she seemed to apply. We'll be just as supportive now, during and after. 💜

@@lisab.6164 Yup!

Well said!!! 🙌👏👏👏

And boycott all products coming from South Korea!

@@ILmylife108 no need for that. They sealed their own fate being so indecisive.You can’t hold the entire country responsible for a few foolish old men. Now that they are enlisting they won’t have to deal with all the negative comments about their not fulfilling their duty. That’s why the Busan Concert was so significant . From the start there was an intensity you couldn’t ignore. Jin had such a faraway look in his eyes and looked like he was holding back tears. I felt they were saying We’ve had enough and now we’ll do it our way. No one is going to control their future except them. They always speak the truth.So as JK said It’s not over..It will Never be over.💜

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Period!

If only they didn’t visit Biden of all people… he’s a POS POTUS…I love BTS, can’t stand Biden the pedo!!

Samsung contributes 20.3% in South Korean gdp yet the CEO, chairman etc did military service. Exo helped in improving korea- china relationship yet they did military service. It's not place for armys to decide whether they should do military service or not. Maybe bts want to serve for their country.

@@gia42472 did the CEO personally sell that many shares??? Nope!! But BTS has, and the person that’s saying only 7%?… more like 27%

BTS are looking forward to reconvening as a group again around 2025 following their service commitment."but BTS is not over they haven'twanna say to all the bts army's that please keep remembering what junkook said in vlive that bts will never disband and bts is not stopping any activities as a group it just that we want some different experiences and more focused on our solo projects so that after break we can come with fresh new ideas and we bts and army can grow more and more. He also said that we have so many things to do so please don't misunderstand us and he said 3-4 tims just to reassure army's that they are not going anywhere they are not going on hiatus or disbandement at all this is what he clearly said. but BTS is not over they haven'tBoth the company and the members of BTS are looking forward to reconvening as a group again around 2025.

IT;S THE MEDIA THAT USING THE TERM "HIATUS" .. GOSSIPING ABOUT BTS "BREAKING UP" .. WHEN THEY CLEARLY SAID THAT THEY'RE TAKING A BREAK TO PURSUE SOLO CAREER (WHICH IS NOW IS CLEAR BECAUSE OF MILITARY ENLISTMENT)

BTS are looking forward to reconvening as a group again around 2025 following their service commitment."but BTS is not over they haven'twanna say to all the bts army's that please keep remembering what junkook said in vlive that bts will never disband and bts is not stopping any activities as a group it just that we want some different experiences and more focused on our solo projects so that after break we can come with fresh new ideas and we bts and army can grow more and more. He also said that we have so many things to do so please don't misunderstand us and he said 3-4 tims just to reassure army's that they are not going anywhere they are not going on hiatus or disbandement at all this is what he clearly said. but BTS is not over they haven'tBoth the company and the members of BTS are looking forward to reconvening as a group again around 2025.

well said💜

I ASKED MY HUBBY TO BUY ME NEW SAMSUNG FLIP MOBILE BECAUSE OF BTS

@@rebeccaavoca9143 I think a lot of people bought products because of them. I don’t think the South Korean Government realizes the worldwide influence they have.

Korea was okay before bts and will be okay after lmao, korea is not a third World country or something and dont believe yourself as important as if we wanted our country full of foreigners 😒

Only ARMYS will boycott, likely...and they are a small percentage of the world's population...

the issue is that hibe is the one who does all that! yes, they are being shamelessly used by politicians over and over again and for absolutely nothing in return! it's horrible to watch. But it's HIBE who coordinates everything and who agrees to be part of this abuse towards their artists! bts only abides by what the company tells them to do. He practically has no opinion on these things

Yes, exactly! It's sad how the Korea government treats them. Also why did it take so long to decide? Like how come Olympic medallists and classical musicians who have won big awards can get exemption, but not bts, who have brought more attention and money to Korea than any athlete or classical musician has.

@@playtimewithrachelabigail its bcz, not only government but opposite party need to agree too..when these issue go to parliament or military defense committee, the opposite party reject its..this is all about how dirty politics thing,really..and yea, the media too..

Facts facts facts I mean they are not appreciated in their own country like what the hell thank God there is ARMY or what would have happened

@@rhym_d yes, you're right. It's sad that, that's the reality.........

boycott korea dont support korea . bts doesnt deserve this bts should be exempted

I read it all and I agree with you.

@@diananyaboke6811 Thank you for reading this. 💜💜💜

I did read it 😂. A great post. I am sure many people feel the same. Thank you!

Si mientras no se les respeta como se debe, dejasemos de comprar todo el merchandising que les da beneficio a las empresas. Veriais como hacen caso a 49millones de ARMY

@@inouk6699 nah we shouldn't do it like that either we should just trust in BANGTAN like they asked us to. The boys are wise beyond their years!!!!

I loved what you wrote! super detailed and is absolutely what I think! I am so angry with Korea for being so corrupt and talking about "equal military service" when they exempt people who did not contribute even 5% of what BTS has done to the economy, tourism and international prestige. I feel like it's a nightmare for bts to leave their careers in their prime! and it is so absurd to ppner these 7 artists in a military service! no one can or will be able to do what they do! they are ruining their lives and careers in their prime! ppdrian continue and would make even more history! and the Koreans who say that we do not have an opinion are wrong! because there are more bts fandoms outside of korea and they are the ones who eat bts products and therefore apply to the korean economy, they visit that country as tourists, and they are interested in korea if it wasn't for bts I wasn't even interested!

And they are not splitting ... they are doing solos more...

and what does that golden medal contribute to the country itself? nothing. no hate to son i like him but these so-called "laws" and "rules" dont make any sense. i dont understand how bts is not worthy of exemption or even just decreasing their time of service, when they're literally contributing to the country's economy.

Even the SK's current president Yoon didn't serve the military 🗿

In terms of soccer the Asian Games aren't even in the top 10 of major soccer tournaments. Personally I think Son deserved it, he is extremely talented and because he got the exemption he was able to continue to play and now one the gold bootie (not sure the correct name). The thing the whole soccer team got exempt and not anyone can name another player outside of Son

@@a.a.stanyoongles308 being an athlete is hard enough... i would say more harder than being an idol... so please stop comparing and just accept that they are going to the military... i can bet u a lot of Korean citizens disagree with their exemption cause if they is a rule for exemption of idols, then all idols after them would also get exempted and it won't be fair... and also this athletes exemption has been introduced since the 80's so it wasn't an issue... its always going to be hard for the government to implement a new exemption rule just because of an idol doing well for their country...

@@ilhamsahin3295 u don't get it but it's ok

Korean people and the government are so ungrateful

I agree that it's the best to do it. They can only gain respect from it and shut up haters. I just hope nothing really stupid like with Gdragon or Taemin happens. But what does KATUSA mean?

Hello army Jin's new song called astronaut is coming out on October 28th at 1pm kst. Please treat it like a group comeback and show it lots of love. Please spread this message everywhere please.

@@skarbuskreska Don’t get me started on Taemin. it hurts they are keeping him in there until March according to what I’ve heard

It's called mandatory, no men are exemptional. They really need to go and serve it since it's their duty as well.

@@OutrageousOpulence you bot? Or are you just d-u-m-b that you can't comprehend a simple comment?! 🗿

BTS chose to go. This man, or any non-Korean, has no right to have any opinion on this matter. The history of our country, the countless sacrifices of those who have gone before us for us to be here today as a nation and people does not run through his veins nor does he have any inkling to the magnitude of our resilience and survival to the evils of foreign forces. How belittling of all of you to say something so thoughtless so that you can get views and go viral on such a serious topic that affects our daily lives. Not just North Korea of today, but for thousands of years, we have had japan, china, russia, america, constantly meddling in our affairs and bringing carnage to our people. The Korean military exists to protect this nation and its great history of goodness and survival, this includes BTS. No amount of singing and dancing is going to stop the brutality of a potential invasion brought on by the evils of man. BTS understands this all too well. The government had not made any decision. BTS chose to go because they are 7 individuals amongst the countless who call themselves Korean who love and cherish this nation and its people. Sacrifice is a duty and not a whim. BTS did not make this nation what it is today. Blood, Sweat, and Tears of countless who went before us did. Shame on you people for being so frivolous with your words in speaking out about something you have zero idea about. If you have any care about this matter, I encourage you to study our history and open your eyes to something that has been smothered into being silent for much too long.

@@haeleelee6885 because at first it being question by Korean Citizen they avoid to admit BTS bring something to their countries and some others Fandom dont agree with it ! Ofcourse at first if they already made decision that BTS will get exemption for Military without discussion they will be happy and didnt have to choose to go to

@@haeleelee6885 since a lot of people doesnt please with it ! They will choose to go because they are not ignorant people so yah ! If at first some Korean Citizen and other fandoms didnt being salty BTS will happy to not go to Military too !

@@haeleelee6885 First, everyone has a right to speak their opinion, no matter who or what subject it maybe. The reporter is talking about the absurdity of the Korean military exemption system. All Korean men have to do the military service however, an average 20 thousand men are exempt from the service every year because Korean government recognize these men’s special talent or abilities. Korean government allows these men’s talents to be continued and thus benefited for the good of country rather than them serving military term. I have been living overseas for the last 40 years. I have never experienced what I am experiencing now as a Korean due to positive influence made by BTS. These boys have lifted up the image of South Korea so high beyond any Koreans has ever done. Not even Korean foreign affairs diplomatises, which spend hundreds of millions could do what the boys have done for their country. If any Korean has to be exempted from the military service, it has to be BTS. Have you thought about why HEUNG MIN SON is exempted? I am not in any way trying to undermine Son’s contribution for the country. What about all these years of Olympic gold, silver and bronze medalists? What about all the classical pianists and singers?... You are right. BTS did not make what it is Korea today. Neither Son heung min nor accolated pianists nor anyone. It is as Koreans, we all contributed to make what it is Korea now. And will continue to be so. I understand that these people totally dedicated their life to get to where they are. Indeed, they deserved to be admired and respected. I do not think BTS boys' dedication for their entire life for their music any less than the people who are exempted from the military service. Literally the boys are the best ambassadors ever existed in Korean history. Shouldn’t they be more encouraged and promoted to do what they are doing best? These boys are contributing country’s positive image, economic growth, tourism, Korean culture, Korean language etc. Can you think of anyone who has ever done the mentioned above in Korean history? It’s BTS. I am living in a small city. I often hear BTS songs sung in Korean in a supermarket. The other day, at the outdoor restaurant, I overheard a group of excited teenagers talking about BTS concert at the next table. This is what soft power all about. To me, it is utter stupidity of the Koran government. BTS is a huge resource for South Korea in terms of its value and influence on the world. It is A total mismanagement of its resource. It is a great shame!

But even if they were, BTS has made it clear that they WANT to serve their country

I absolutely agree on this point the government just wants to utilize at every possible 🙄 but bts choosing to fulfilling thier mandatory military service shows thier character

Well said!!! 👏👏👏👏

Ever heard of Samsung, LG, Hyundai, etc. Every employee should then be exempt.. They brought in soo much money for their country. I am not anti BTS.. I am just anti bullshit

Well said!!!! 👏👏👏👏

Korea doesnt care about western opinions in matters like this one

there is absolutely nothing good about them going to the service! If you listen to testimonies from those who have gone, they tell you that it is a traumatic and horrible experience. It cuts their careers in their prime! when they have the world at their feet and they in all their capacities to continue doing shows. military service is serious business! they are beings who always transmit and live in love, peace and values. and the service is the exact opposite! It is a harsh, hostile environment, with weapons, violence, abuse of power from high ranks, they do not have any privacy, and it is a significant physical wear and tear! Many are left with consequences on their knees, for example, from everything they make them do! And we're not even talking about the bullying they can suffer for being famous!!

BTS chose to go. This man, or any non-Korean, has no right to have any opinion on this matter. The history of our country, the countless sacrifices of those who have gone before us for us to be here today as a nation and people does not run through his veins nor does he have any inkling to the magnitude of our resilience and survival to the evils of foreign forces. How belittling of all of you to say something so thoughtless so that you can get views and go viral on such a serious topic that affects our daily lives. Not just North Korea of today, but for thousands of years, we have had japan, china, russia, america, constantly meddling in our affairs and bringing carnage to our people. The Korean military exists to protect this nation and its great history of goodness and survival, this includes BTS. No amount of singing and dancing is going to stop the brutality of a potential invasion brought on by the evils of man. BTS understands this all too well. The government had not made any decision. BTS chose to go because they are 7 individuals amongst the countless who call themselves Korean who love and cherish this nation and its people. Sacrifice is a duty and not a whim. BTS did not make this nation what it is today. Blood, Sweat, and Tears of countless who went before us did. Shame on you people for being so frivolous with your words in speaking out about something you have zero idea about. If you have any care about this matter, I encourage you to study our history and open your eyes to something that has been smothered into being silent for much too long.

@@haeleelee6885 Excuse me? I have no problem with BTS going to the military and supporting their country, in fact I'm proud of their stance. However my question is aren't they worth considering for exemption? You go on about young Korean men being proud of being able to stand up for the Nation, and your history, great (apparently some are not so happy about it). What about those others that have already been exempted??? What do you say about them? Never heard of any of them (Olympians and classical musicians etc), never wanted to learn about SK or Hangugeo from any of them. It was BTS that brought your Nation to the world and made millions fall in love with your nation and culture. So we can certainly ask why they, with all their achievements done for your country including a massive input into your economy which NO ONE ELSE HAS DONE EVER BEFORE, why they couldn't also be exempted. Apparently only the elites get exempted in your nation and that's okay but not a group with world wide importance to 90 million people? How are 7 men who yes, sing and dance (and literarily saved lives) going to make a difference to the SK Army by not joining? Seems one rule for some and another for others. Do tell me where I've belittled anyone or being thoughtless by daring to ask the question.

@@haeleelee6885 BTS did not make this nation what it is today, but they have certainly contributed more to its prestige and economy in the last few years than any other who has received military exemption for the reason of increasing South Korean prestige worldwide. This is not about whether BTS wanted to be exempt or not. They are patriots and chose to go, that I agree. The issue is the government dragged their feet for too long, publicly going through talks about their exemption without input from BTS and they constantly received undeserved backlash from netizens as a result. No matter what their decision was, exemption or not, they continued to harm BTS' image through this. I'm glad that BTS was able to put an end to it now and take matters into their own hands but they have been saying for years whenever asked that if they were called on they would do their duty, they said this many many times. I think you are also underestimating the fact that BTS is a soft power at this point with the number of supporters they have, they are more than "singing and dancing" and their impact on the country and the world is undoubtedly a positive one. They have changed countless lives around the world and the people who support them continue to strive to make the world a better place together. At this point, they are a diplomatic power and even more importantly a uniting power. The duty of men going to the military is indeed important for all the reasons you mentioned especially because the nation has been occupied, attacked, and used by many countless times for far too long, but none of this is specifically about that duty, it is about BTS' achievements constantly, ever since they started their career, being downplayed and unrecognized for longer than they should be. The question of whether they are worthy compared to others in the eyes of their homeland is an enraging one considering their achievements. The fact that they have been the target of much hate when this question was even raised without their input is even more enraging. I have a feeling BTS would not have wanted to be exempt regardless of the decision because they are patriots like I mentioned. I also do not believe the people in these comments are being frivolous, they are angry at the mistreatment of people they love.

Same 💜💜💜

@@haeleelee6885 the only one who sounds like they don’t know what their talking about is you lmao I think you should look at the statistics of what Bts has done for this country in the past and current and also the statistics of what the international income rate towards Korea will be when Bts leaves for the military (news flash it will go down in fact it already has since the news came out about their enlistment). Bts has already done more for South Korea than any average citizen could dream of. I do however think it shows a lot of humility on their part to chose to do go ahead and do it anyway and commend them for that.

Yes but.. there is nothing good on this situation... I can't believe they expose the best artists in an environment of violence, stress, bad living, no privacy to lock himself in that horrible place for a year and a half

Firstly, Bts accounting for 0.5% of South Korea's income is not true(they have an economic effect of around 5 billion dollars and korea's gdp in 2021 was around 1798 billion so its around 0.28%). Also just because they bring in lots of money, it doesn't mean they should be exempt because with this logic the rich owners of companies like Samsung should also be exempt(Revenue of around 244 billion USD with an overall indirect economic effect even greater). They are also investing 346 billion dollars in the next 5 years which is much more significant than the money bts has brought in. The point is, under the law, everyone should be equal. All Korean men have sacrificed their youth to prorect their country and do you think they will be motivated and willing to protect their country with their lives if the rich and famous get exempt?

I loved what you wrote! super detailed and is absolutely what I think! I am so angry with Korea for being so corrupt and talking about "equal military service" when they exempt people who did not contribute even 5% of what BTS has done to the economy, tourism and international prestige. I feel like it's a nightmare for bts to leave their careers in their prime! and it is so absurd to ppner these 7 artists in a military service! no one can or will be able to do what they do! they are ruining their lives and careers in their prime! ppdrian continue and would make even more history! and the Koreans who say that we do not have an opinion are wrong! because there are more bts fandoms outside of korea and they are the ones who eat bts products and therefore apply to the korean economy, they visit that country as tourists, and they are interested in korea if it wasn't for bts I wasn't even interested!

Agree with you 100%

That's what I was thinking! Well said.💜

there is nothing positive that they leave their careers in their prime to go to be locked up for a year and a half in an environment of violence and stress. And put their physical and mental health at risk

well said!! and I notice your anger!! I am in the same situation!! It is very angry what has happened with bts! How have they been used by the government without money in return! And since they have even acted as diplomats, the government has not recognized them for what they are worth!! always belittling them! and your society the same! always attacking them in the media and minimizing their achievements. they should leave korea!! and thus leave that country without the goose that lays the golden eggs!! Let's see what they do!! In the US or Japan they would surely value them much more!

I totally agree! is what i think! Nobody wants to go to military service in Korea, especially 7 artists who are at the top of world music and what cost them so much to get there!! Locking them up for a year and a half to have a bad time is horrible! I really fear for them, for their physical and mental health after many idols told about the abuse they live in there and the stress and traumas! 💔 bts has been an example of love and joy to the world! and they don't deserve that! They deserve to be free and continue with their passion, which is music.