BTS' J-Hope has been discharged from the military after completing 18 months of service. His fellow BTS member, RM, expressed excitement on Instagram, congratulating J-Hope and hinting at his own return.

In December 2023, RM and V initiated their military service, followed by Jimin and Jungkook at later dates. The seven members of BTS are expected to reunite in 2025 after completing their mandatory duties.

Hope becomes the second band member to complete his mandatory military service on October 17. He served in the military as a training instructor at the 36th Infantry Division in Gangwon Province. Following his discharge,