BTS Jungkook pens heartfelt letter to fans ahead of military enlistment: One year and six months...

BTS member Jungkook has penned an emotional letter for his fans, known as ARMY, as he prepares to embark on his mandatory military training. The singer expressed gratitude for the unwavering support and love he has received throughout his career.

Jungkook pens note for ARMY

Jungkook addressed the ARMY with a heartfelt letter. The idol is preparing to begin a new chapter with his military service in December.

He took a moment to express gratitude for the precious memories created with ARMY. He reflected on the bright moments shared with fans, acknowledging the smiles, support, and love that have been pivotal in his journey as a musician. He wrote, "Dear ARMY, it’s already the end of November, the wind is quite very cold. You all might already be aware so I’m writing a short letter to you. In December, I will start a new journey, I’m leaving you for a while to serve in the military. As I deliver this news, on one hand, my heart feels heavy but on the other hand, my heart warms up the precious memories with our ARMYs coming to my mind.”

While expressing a desire for ARMY to wait for his return, Jungkook admitted to feeling cautious about the extended period of separation. Recognising that one year and six months is a long duration, he said that he is refraining from making selfish requests and promises to return to the stage with a more developed version of himself.

He added, "The time I spent until now together with you guys were the most bright moments of my life. The smiles, support, and love of ARMYs have led me here and thank you so much for supporting and cheering for my dream and silently walking with me together. I’m somewhat cautious about asking you guys to wait while we do the military service. One year and six months are a long time.”

Concluding his letter, Jungkook reassured ARMY that, despite the physical distance during his military service, he would eagerly wait for the day they could meet again. Expressing love and concern for his fans' well-being, he encourages them to lead healthy and beautiful lives.

The note further read, "So I can’t say selfish words like that but I promise that at the place I’ve always been, I’ll stand on the stage with an even more developed form of myself. Until then, I hope that our ARMYs’ lives are full of smiles and happiness. And I hope that ARMYs’ days are filled up healthily and beautifully. I’ll be waiting until the day we meet again to exchange new stories and I’ll long for you/miss you from deep in my heart. Don’t get sick or hurt and please stay healthy. I love you. (Is it too early to write a letter… heh ahem).”

BTS members' enlistment and future reunion

Jungkook's enlistment follows fellow BTS members Jin and J-Hope, who have already begun their military service. RM, V, and Jimin are in the enlisting process, while Suga, deemed unfit for regular combat duty, has taken on a social service role. The band will regroup in 2025 following the completion of all the members' military service.